Business Information Systems Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Overview

The Business Information Systems programme at  Saskatchewan Polytechnic provides a solid foundation in business basics with a focus on information technology functions and learning how to use them to develop meaningful business solutions. 

This includes training in:

• Software development using a variety of languages and frameworks.

• Business in intelligence and machine learning platforms.

• Information technology infrastructure, including networking principles and cloud computing.

• Database management systems and enterprise data architecture.

• Traditional and agile project management, systems analysis and requirements management, and technical writing, diagrams, and presentations.

• Business skills, including business mathematics, business communications, change management, workplace professionalism, and career development.

If enrolled in the Co-operative Education concentration of the Business Information Systems programme, you can develop on-the-job skills, introduce yourself to different employers, and test-drive different types of jobs over the year in paid Co-operative Education work terms.This training in business and technology provides graduates with in-demand training that will make them an asset to organizations operating in today’s tech-driven economy.

Your career

You’re job-ready at graduation. You could work as a software developer, systems analyst, programmer analyst, web/mobile app developer or help desk support. As you gain experience, explore opportunities in IT management or build specialized skills in database administration, advanced web development, project and network management. You could also build a name for yourself as a private consultant or independent contractor.