Computer Science & Information Systems Careers & Outcomes
A degree in Computer Science from Minnesota State Moorhead will ensure you’re exceptionally prepared to begin your career following graduation. The computer science and information systems field is projected to grow 12 percent by 2024, adding nearly 488,500 new jobs.
Customize Your Degree With a Minor
Your major builds strong technical skills. Adding a minor can help you broaden your expertise and explore technology career paths that match your interests.
Students in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems (CIS), Computer Information Technology (CIT), and Cybersecurity often choose minors in areas like business, data analysis, communication, or design to complement their technology background.
Explore minors that support different technology career interests:
Startups & Technology Leadership
Students interested in launching startups, developing new technology products, or leading technical teams often benefit from building strong business, strategy, and leadership skills alongside their technical expertise.
Career interests may include:
Startups • Product Development • Tech Leadership • Consulting
Minors that support this path:
Data Science & AI
Careers in data science and artificial intelligence focus on analyzing data, building predictive models, and developing intelligent systems that support decision-making and automation.
Career interests may include:
Data Science • Business Intelligence • Machine Learning • AI • Software Engineering
Minors that support this path:
IT Management & Project Leadership
Technology projects require leaders who understand both technical systems and organizational operations. These roles often involve managing teams, coordinating projects, and improving business processes.
Career interests may include:
IT Management • Operations • Project Leadership
Minors that support this path:
Technology Consulting & Sales
Client-facing technology roles focus on helping organizations understand, implement, and use technology solutions. Strong communication, business knowledge, and technical understanding are key skills in these careers.
Career interests may include:
Client-Facing Roles • Tech Sales • Technology Training
Minors that support this path:
Cyber Policy & Risk Management
Cybersecurity professionals in policy and risk roles focus on protecting organizations by developing security strategies, managing risk, ensuring compliance, and investigating cyber incidents.
Career interests may include:
Cyber Policy • Risk Management • Compliance • Government • Digital Forensics
Minors that support this path:
- Political Science
- *Double major in Cybercrime or Criminal Justice
UX/UI Design & User Experience
User experience roles focus on designing technology that is intuitive, accessible, and user-centered. These careers combine technical development with research, design, and an understanding of human behavior.
Career interests may include:
UX/UI Design • Front-End Development • User Research
Minors that support this path:
Minors are optional and should be selected in consultation with an academic advisor based on your academic and career goals.