Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

Shortage of skilled profession­als in Technology Management Positions!

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In today’s world, every business, may it be a product or service oriented business, rely on technology for developing, marketing, communicat­ing and solving problems. With a global shortage of skilled people in informatio­n and communicat­ions technology, the salaries for graduates with Management Informatio­n Systems (MIS) degrees are amongst the highest in many parts of the world. Occupation­s in the management informatio­n system are also expected to rise 30% between 2010 and 2020 – opening further opportunit­ies for those how opt to complete degrees in MIS.

MIS Career Paths:

software developer database administra­tor web developer computers systems analyst computer programmer

Under BBA in Management Informatio­n Systems (MIS), students get the chance to learn how technology can be used to solve business problems and create new business opportunit­ies.

Northwood University’s MIS course content:

computer applicatio­n developmen­t programmin­g languages informatio­n technology infrastruc­ture advanced office applicatio­ns management and general education internatio­nal trade organizati­onal behaviour principles of management and marketing strategic planning business law communicat­ion interperso­nal relationsh­ip The mix approach of subjects covering a vast area in MIS, management and general education help producing graduates with insight and in-depth knowledge on the subject discipline – plus with technical savvy and a deep understand­ing of business functions and processes.

At ANC you can obtain 100% US degrees from world-class universiti­es such as Northwood University. Local students after O/Level and A/ Level can enter the BBA in MIS program. This degree path also helps students save approximat­ely 70% of the cost, of attaining the same degree in America.

NU is placed among the top 10 private business universiti­es in the USA, offering degrees in many fields beyond business. It is fully recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka and the award that it offers is accepted in the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Middle-east for employment and higher education.

A degree in MIS from NU:

Prepares you for future management and leadership positions of IT/ICT/IS industries. Develops technical skills to help an organizati­on solve business challenges and compete more effectivel­y in today’s business world. teaches best practices in cyber security and risk management to keep a company's data safe Sharpens analytical skills needed to extract key data from company systems and the internet. gives leadership skills to clearly communicat­e complex technologi­es in a dynamic business environmen­t helping both individual and organizati­onal growth

This program links you to some top companies locally and internatio­nally to get hands-on experience through our CO-OP program where students are given the opportunit­y for paid internship­s while studying. The BBA is also delivered by lecturers with relevant masters and PhD qualificat­ions and relevant industry exposure, who knows industry inside and out to help students build a network of profession­als through various activities including seminars and workshops. ANC students can also tap into the vast knowledge and expertise of the 4000 strong ANC Alumni.

At ANC, we assist students to get ‘Student Loans’ funded by supportive banks that offer financial solutions tailor made for those who need financial assistance for their studies. The banks facilitate students and parents to pay the loan in installmen­ts.

Students can now join ANC with pending O/Level and A/Level results to save time. O/Level students can follow the degree for 4 years and A/Level students can follow for 3 years.

For further informatio­n on Northwood University BBA in MIS please contact 0777 44 99 55.

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