Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences

Management Information Systems

About the Department

Prof. Mehmet Fatih Taşgetiren

Among the most basic reasons why informatics has become a part of every field is the need for individuals with the perspective to evaluate a person’s social entity within the business phenomenon and the standpoint to view the business not only as an organization but as a fact that includes the dynamics of information. Istinye University Department of Management Information Systems aims to educate individuals who find solutions to the problems of society by using business strategies and tools based on business functions.

    The main question about Management Information Systems is whether it is a software- or business-oriented department. However, when similar departments across the world are examined, it is seen that they focus on educating individuals who are equipped to use technology to improve human life. This requires software and business to be taught in perfect balance and harmony. In this respect, Management Information Systems provides students with an up-to-date and rich content program. Below is an overview of the Management Information Systems Departments of reputable universities outside Turkey.

     

    Management Information Systems

    Computer / Software Engineering

    Focus Point

    Organization

    Software

    Target

    Able to construct a more efficient and effective business environment

    Reliable (error-free) computer program development

    Basic Skills

    Problem solving

    Logic / Method

    Basic Task

    Constructing correct and effective information systems that meet the needs of the business

    Realizing information systems that meet needs

    Theoretical and practical knowledge

    Balanced

    Application-oriented

    Job Title

    Analyst/Designer

    Developer

    Career Goal

    Business Analyst

    System Analyst

    Data Analyst

    Software Developer

    Data Analyst

    Characteristics of an İstinye MIS Graduate:

    • Able to solve complex problems with social and technical aspects
    • Uses technology strategically to solve human problems
    • Able to recognize the general picture and the details/patterns in that picture
    • Manages time and resources well
    • Able to analyze events/problems with an understanding of system design and analysis
    • Can provide the necessary communication between the worlds of technology and business
    • Able to effectively and efficiently manage the processes from data to information, and from information to information

    Job Opportunities for Graduates

    The Management Information Systems Department has an integrated working area. This area has a dynamic structure that requires addressing both technology and business. In this context, the job opportunities for our graduates include but are not limited to the following:

    • Business Analyst
    • Business Application Developer
    • IT Consultant
    • Systems Analyst
    • IT Development Project Leader
    • Database Administrator
    • Business Intelligence Analyst
    • Systems Developer
    • Database Analyst
    • Web Developer
    • Information Systems Manager
    • Human-Computer Interaction Specialist
    • Data Analyst
    • Data Visualization Specialist