Objectives and Outcomes
Educational Objectives
Program Educational Objectives are statements that describe the expected accomplishments and professional status of graduates 3-5 years beyond the baccalaureate degree. The School of Information Technology at Illinois State University is dedicated to graduating people who will:
- Be successfully employed in an Information Systems related field or accepted into a graduate program
- Engage in professional development through continuing education, certifications, professional organizations, or experience
- Live and work as contributing, well-rounded members of society
Student Outcomes
- Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program's discipline.
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program's discipline.
- Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment.
Progress Tracking
| Year | 2020-2021 | 2021-2022 | 2022-2023 | 2023-2024 | 2024-2025 | 2025-2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enrollment on Fall Census Day | 115 | 93 | 90 | 83 | 86 | 94 |
| Undergraduate Degrees Conferred | 35 | 26 | 18 | 26 | 15 | no data |