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More About The Department

The Department of Information Systems was established in 1432/1433H (2011/2012) as one of the academic departments within the Faculty of Computing and Information Technology. The department is committed to offering distinguished academic programs that meet labor market needs and keep pace with rapid developments in computing and data analytics.

Currently, the department offers three academic programs:

  • Bachelor of Science in Information Systems
  • Bachelor of Science in Data Science
  • Master of Science in Data Science

The department aims to prepare male and female students for technical and administrative careers through a distinguished learning environment supervised by highly qualified faculty members. Students benefit from the University’s advanced infrastructure and diverse academic resources, which support both teaching and research activities.

Students begin their academic journey by building a strong foundation in core computing areas such as programming, computer networks, systems analysis and design, and software engineering. This foundation enables them to develop their technical and analytical skills and strengthens their ability to contribute effectively to organizational decision-making processes.

The philosophy of the Department of Information Systems is based on integrating theoretical foundations in information systems with managerial and applied business concepts. This integration is achieved through practical applications that focus on analyzing real-world business problems and proposing appropriate technological solutions. The department emphasizes linking computing knowledge with organizational and technical needs, thereby preparing graduates who are well-equipped to meet the demands of the local and regional job market.

The department has also contributed to the advancement of education, scientific research, and community service through the effective implementation of the vision and mission of its academic programs. All programs are designed in accordance with recognized international standards and quality benchmarks. The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems program is committed to maintaining high academic quality and continuous improvement in alignment with the standards of the National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment (NCAAA), reflecting the program’s dedication to excellence in educational outcomes and institutional performance.

Dr. Rakan Nazal Alanazi
Head of Information Systems Department

Vision and Mission

Vision 

We aim to be a leading provider of education and research in Information Systems that meet the needs of the regional and international business communities.

Mission 

To produce specialists in integrating information systems solutions with administrative operations, who can serve business organizations with their requirements of information technologies, who are characterized by the sense of community service, and have knowledge of recent research directions.

Objectives

Within a few years of graduation, the students of the information system program are expected to:

  • Make a substantial technical contribution to the economic growth and welfare of the organizations they are part of, through their knowledge of Information Systems,
  • Be capable of identifying and analyzing a problem requiring an Information Systems based solution, in various application environments and of designing, implementing and evaluating a solution using state of the art tools and techniques,
  • Be consensually recognized as ethical, professional, and responsible Information Systems practitioners by their peers and superiors,
  • Demonstrate adequate communication and problem-solving skills, in their professional practice of Information Systems, and an ability to effectively work in a team to achieve a common goal.

Programs of the Information Systems Department

Bachelor's Programs

The Information Systems Department offers leading academic programs designed to prepare specialized professionals equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to meet the evolving demands of the job market. These programs include:

Bachelor's Program in Information Systems:
Focused on enabling students to design and develop information systems to support administrative processes and decision-making within organizations... Read more.

Bachelor's Program in Data Science:
Provides a strong foundation in data analysis and extracting valuable insights using modern data science tools and techniques... Read more.

Master Programs

The Information Systems Department offers a Master's Program in Data Science, aiming to equip specialists with the expertise to handle big data and effectively apply advanced analytics. The program focuses on fostering innovation and developing creative solutions for complex challenges across various fields... Read more.

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