Program Overview

The information systems management badge (not a degree or certificate) prepares students to engage with information systems. The badge enables students to

• analyze the business needs that drive the need for IS solutions;
• evaluate and choose appropriate system development lifecycles and methodologies;
• create high-level design specifications;
• articulate ethical, cultural, and legal issues;
• apply the guidelines found in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK);
• use tools for the planning, organization, and management of an information systems project; and
• differentiate between Agile and traditional approaches to IS project management.

Admissions and Application

Completion of a Bachelor's degree, and evidence of object-oriented programming skill is required for admission. To start your application:

• Visit gvsu.edu/admissions/graduate-application-24.htm
• Select the graduate online application. If you are new to the Grand Valley admissions site, please create an account at this time.
• Application type, select "to complete a Graduate Badge."
• Select a badge from the drop-down list.
• Choose your semester start date, and proceed with the rest of the application.
• Contact the School of Computing at [email protected] and inform them of your intent to enroll in the badge program.

Why Earn a Digital Badge at Grand Valley?

• Badges document knowledge, skills, and competencies you've gained through various learning and professional development opportunities.
• Pursuing a badge, either in continuing education or while completing a degree, can enhance your education.
• Digital badges can be displayed on social media, websites, and in emails.
• Completing a badge is an opportunity for you to highlight particularly marketable and desirable skills to potential employers.

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Admissions

Completion of a Bachelor's degree, and evidence of object-oriented programming skill is required for admission. You must submit an official transcript from your baccalaureate degree granting institution. To start your application:

• Visit gvsu.edu/admissions/graduate-application-24.htm
• Select the graduate online application. If you are new to the Grand Valley admissions site, please create an account at this time.
• Application type, select "to complete a Graduate Badge."
• Select a badge from the drop-down list.
• Choose your semester start date, and proceed with the rest of the application.
• Contact the School of Computing and Information Systems at [email protected] and inform them of your intent to enroll in the badge program.

For current GVSU students:

• Declare your badge via myBanner. Login to Banner Self-Service, click on Student, Student Records, Add a Certificate or Badge to your Program, Select the appropriate badge from the drop down list, and click Submit.
• Speak with the appropriate badge coordinator to ensure criteria are being met. You will be able to track your progress toward the badge in myPath as well!
• Once you are done with the requirements, apply to receive the badge via myBanner.
• Once the completion of your badge has been verified, the badge will be posted to your student record and will be viewable on your transcript. In addition, your digital badge will be posted on Credly.com.

Location & Format

Classes for the program are on the Robert C. Pew Grand Rapids Campus.

• Face To Face

Coursework

The information systems management badge is comprised of three courses (nine credits). Classes are offered on Pew Campus in downtown Grand Rapids.

• CIS 641 - Systems Analysis and Design
• CIS 642 - IS Project Management
• CIS 643 - Information Systems Policy and Strategy

Helpful Links

• Scholarships
• Financial Aid
• Tuition & Fees
• The Graduate School
• Computer Science Programs
• Computer Information Systems Programs

For More Information

Dr. Robert Adams, Ph.D.
C-2-100 Mackinac Hall
(616) 331-2060