Gonzaga's MIS discipline is launching a redesigned curriculum — a shared two-course foundation, two distinct concentration pathways, and the ability to double-concentrate within your degree.
The MIS minor follows the same structure as the MIS concentration with two additional foundational courses — open to students outside the School of Business Administration.
The MIS minor can't be combined with the MIS or Business Analytics concentration.
BUSN 111 may be waived in some cases. See the Associate Dean.
To earn both concentrations, you must complete at least 9 credits that are unique to one concentration — not shared with the other.
BMIS 301 satisfies the shared core requirement for both concentrations. Take it once; it counts toward both. Only one course, BMIS 301, can count toward both concentrations.
On the MIS side, BMIS 302 is replaced by an additional elective from either MIS elective group. Normal Group 1 and Group 2 rules still apply.
All individual requirements for each concentration must be satisfied. Shared credits count toward both, but each concentration's full credit requirement applies.
One example of how to complete both concentrations. Course order and elective selection may vary.
Pick any three. At least one must be BMIS 489 or BMIS 447. These three are only an example.
Every concentration at Gonzaga SBA intersects with technology. Here's how MIS skills translate in your field.
Who files paperwork: only students graduating by summer 2027. Everyone else has nothing to file. The MIS Course Check tells you which one you are, and completed forms go to Dr. Correia at correia@gonzaga.edu.
Degree Works showing something else? Send a screenshot, your student ID and one sentence describing the problem to Dr. Correia at correia@gonzaga.edu.
Your requirement lines stay as they are. Nothing on this list needs a Course Substitution Form.
| Your requirement | What fills it | What to file |
|---|---|---|
| BMIS 331 line | BMIS 331, or BMIS 301 | Nothing. BMIS 301 should fill it automatically. If Degree Works doesn't show it filled in, it needs a Course Substitution Form, and that can wait until after spring registration. |
| BMIS 441 line | BMIS 441, or BMIS 302 | Nothing. BMIS 302 should fill it automatically. If Degree Works doesn't show it filled in, it needs a Course Substitution Form, and that can wait until after spring registration. |
| BMIS 342 line | BMIS 342, BMIS 489, or BMIS 447 (Tentative Fall 2027) | Nothing. All three fill this line. |
| BMIS 444 line | BMIS 444 | Nothing. It counts on its own line. |
The older numbers are not in the current catalog. If you're graduating by summer 2027, each one needs a Course Substitution Form. If you're graduating later, you don't file anything.
| Course you took | Counts as | What to file |
|---|---|---|
| BMIS 331 — Problem Solving with Programming Techniques | BMIS 301 — Systems Analysis and Design with Programming | Course Substitution Form |
| BMIS 441 — Database Management | BMIS 302 — Database Management and Architecture | Course Substitution Form |
| BMIS 444 — Information Systems Analysis and Design | MIS Group 1 elective | Course Substitution Form |
| BMIS 342 — Business Intelligence and Data Analytics | MIS Group 1 elective | Course Substitution Form |
Pick the courses you have taken and the Course Check tells you what counts, what is still needed, and exactly what to write on a Course Substitution Form.
On the older catalog, BMIS 301 and BMIS 302 should fill the BMIS 331 and BMIS 441 lines automatically. If Degree Works doesn't show one filled in, it needs a Course Substitution Form, and that can wait until after spring registration.
On the older catalog, BMIS 331, 441 and 444 already fill their own lines. Take one more course for the BMIS 342 line (BMIS 342, 489 or 447) and you're done.
BMIS 331, 441 and 444 are retired and no longer offered. BMIS 342, BMIS 445 and ECON 355 are still offered. You may complete under your original catalog year with no graduation delay.
Introduces students to how organizations analyze business needs and develop technology solutions. Covers the phases of systems development, requirements gathering, process modeling, and infrastructure evaluation alongside a foundation in programming — including problem-solving strategies, functions, classes, and object-oriented concepts. Students leave able to bridge the gap between a business problem and a technical solution.
Pre-req for: BMIS 342 & BMIS 447
→ Full course overviewDevelops foundational competency in relational database design, SQL querying, and database administration — then extends into applied business analytics. Students gain hands-on experience with Power BI dashboards, ETL processes, workflow automation, and the governance principles that underpin responsible data use. Prepares students for upper-division analytics and information systems coursework.
Pre-req for: BMIS 447
→ Full course overviewA focused exploration of quantitative methods and analytical tools used to support business decision-making. Students apply data analysis techniques to real business problems, developing the ability to interpret results and communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders. Emphasis on translating data into actionable insight across functional areas including operations, marketing, and finance.
Examines how mobile and web technologies create and disrupt business models. Students develop a working understanding of web and mobile application architecture, user experience principles, and the technical decisions that shape digital products. Includes hands-on exploration of platforms used in modern digital business. Suitable for students interested in product management, digital strategy, or entrepreneurship.
A capstone-style applied experience in which students complete a substantive analytics project from data collection through final recommendation. Working individually or in small teams, students demonstrate competency across the full analytics workflow — scoping, cleaning, modeling, visualizing, and presenting results. Projects may be sourced from industry partners, faculty research, or student-proposed problems.
Rather than treating artificial intelligence as an abstract concept, this course puts students in direct contact with the tools, workflows, and decision frameworks reshaping professional practice. Industry practitioners co-teach modules from their own domains — accounting, finance, marketing, operations, HR, and law, among others. Faculty provide the analytical framework; practitioners bring real-world implementation experience.
→ Full course overviewA rotating special topics course designed to respond to emerging trends, unique opportunities, or industry partnerships that fall outside the standard curriculum. Topics vary by semester and may focus on areas such as cybersecurity, emerging platforms, AI applications, or specialized industry contexts. Check the current semester's topic before enrolling. May be repeated for credit when the topic differs.
Introduction to the construction and use of regression models and data analysis. Topics include estimation and inferential techniques in Simple and Multiple Regression. Emphasis on interpreting and understanding regression results. Other data topics as applicable.
How organizations translate business needs into technology solutions — with a foundation in programming and systems thinking built for business students.
Database development, SQL, and the applied analytics tools that connect data infrastructure to real business insight.
Rather than treating AI as an abstract concept, this course puts students in direct contact with the tools, workflows, and decision frameworks reshaping professional practice. Industry professionals co-teach modules from their own domains.
Faculty provide the analytical framework and synthesis. Practitioners bring real-world implementation experience. Students graduate knowing how AI is actually being used — not just what it is.
Contact the MIS discipline through the School of Business Administration. Send MIS and Business Analytics students to the MIS Course Check. It asks when they graduate, what they're doing in MIS and what else they study, then tells them what to register for. You don't need to work out substitutions yourself. If a student is graduating by summer 2027, or anything doesn't fit, send them to Dr. Correia at correia@gonzaga.edu.