The Information Systems Program (IS) in the college of computer and information sciences is an internationally recognized undergraduate and graduate program for students who want to gain scientific background to work with sophisticated computing environments, applications, and scientific research inside and outside of academia. In business contexts, students design and implement effective solutions to meet organizational and management needs for information and decision support. They can take a prominent role in shaping the future of information inside and outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Information Systems Program is designed uniquely to prepare students for current and emerging information systems technologies, computer applications, decision making, teamwork, and leadership.

 Vision:

 Leadership in education and scientific research and being nationally ranked among the best in information systems programs. 

Mission:

Preparation of qualified scientific cadres in the various fields of information systems through innovative education and scientific research, which develops creative and analytical abilities that can serve the society.

Program Enrollment and Degree Data

Program Learning Objectives:

1. Develop competitive capabilities of graduates to contribute in building effective information technologies.

2. Ensure the continuous development of the performance of faculty members in the fields of information systems.

3. Contribute effectively to scientific research and the discovery of modern knowledge and methods in information systems.

4. Provide community services and consulting in the field of information systems.

5. Successfully engage in life-long learning and demonstrate the capability to adapt to rapidly changing technologies in the Information Systems field.

Educational Objectives:

PEO1- Contribute to the development of growth of the society by applying Information System in various domains.

PEO2- Advance in their careers by starting their own business or as managers in organizations by applying information systems & communication skills in the evolving business and technological issues.

PEO3- Continue their professional development through advanced studies and research. ‎

Student Outcomes:

1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.

2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.

3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.

4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.

5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.

6. Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Knowledge and Understanding

K1 - Demonstrate sound knowledge of the computing requirements to solve computer-based problems and state them in appropriate forms.

K2 - Define the essentials of analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation of computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs.

K3 - Demonstrate sound knowledge of the concepts of applied management and mathematics appropriate to the discipline.

Skills

S1 - Apply the analysis, design principles, concepts of computing and mathematical problems solving appropriate to the information systems.

S2 - Implement and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.

S3 - Use the current techniques and tools necessary for computing practice, delivery, use, and management of information systems.

S4 - Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.

Values

V1 - Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.

V2 - Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.

V3 - Demonstrate an ability of self-learning and continuing professional development.

The program’s graduate has a set of skills and capabilities that can distinguish him/her from other graduates in labor market, represented in:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of Information Systems principles and applications and be able to integrate this knowledge in a variety of business and inter-disciplinary settings, acquiring knowledge continually, and following up progressive advances in science.
2. Capable of analyzing different information Systems problems and identify solutions appropriate to them.
3. Capable of designing, implementing and evaluating an information system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs.
4. Capable of applying the concepts of computing and solving mathematical problems appropriate to the information systems.
5. Build and lead teams of professionals to tackle challenging Computing & Information Systems Projects.
6. Demonstrate the ability to use a variety of modern software tools and applications to process information.
7. Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development.
8. Ability to discuss developments in research fields across a range of knowledge areas.
9. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
10. Serving the community through active involvement in community issues.

The program’s graduate has a set of skills and capabilities that can distinguish him/her from other graduates in labor market, represented in:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of Information Systems principles and applications and be able to integrate this knowledge in a variety of business and inter-disciplinary settings, acquiring knowledge continually, and following up progressive advances in science.
2. Capable of analyzing different information Systems problems and identify solutions appropriate to them.
3. Capable of designing, implementing and evaluating an information system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs.
4. Capable of applying the concepts of computing and solving mathematical problems appropriate to the information systems.
5. Build and lead teams of professionals to tackle challenging Computing & Information Systems Projects.
6. Demonstrate the ability to use a variety of modern software tools and applications to process information.
7. Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development.
8. Ability to discuss developments in research fields across a range of knowledge areas.
9. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.

• Information System Program Specification
• Information System Program Plan
• Information System Courses' Description
• Information System Courses' Syllabi

The annual report of the bachelor degree of Information Systems of 1441/1442H

The annual report of the bachelor degree of Information Systems of 1442/1443H

Actual Benchmarks of Key Performance Indicators to Information System Program

Program Quality Assurance Manual

Students' Complaints Form

Students Rights and Obligations

Complaints and grievances handbook

Student conduct and discipline rules

List of studies and examination

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Policies and procedures guide for admission and registration click Here.

Academic and Student Advising Manual click Here.