2020 - 2021 Course Catalog

Computers/Information Management (AAS)

60 Credits

The Computers/Information Management degree is designed for students interested in employment after graduation or enhancing current skills. The program provides students with the knowledge of business and technology skills that facilitate the delivery and management of information. Students will use the latest computer technology and software programs in managerial decision making. Graduates from this program can enter careers in administration, management, sales, marketing, or technology departments within a business or organization.

Normandale’s Computers/Information Management Program is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Core Courses – 18 Credits

CIM 1000Keyboarding and Essential Computer Skills

3 cr

CIM 1201/BUSN 1201Information Technology Concepts and Business Software 1

3 cr

CIM 1220/BUSN 1220Business Problem Solving Analyzing - Excel

3 cr

CIM 2000Computer Applications Training Practicum

3 cr

CIM 1000: is not required if speed is at least 30 wpm with accuracy; skill will be measured in CIM 1600

Complete two of the following four courses:

CIM 1230Business Information Management - Access

3 cr

CIM 1240Business Word Processing

3 cr

CIM 1250/BUSN 1250Intro to Project Management Software

3 cr

CIM 1260Presentation Software

3 cr

Additional Required Courses – 42 Credits

ENGC 1101College Writing

4 cr

Complete one of the following three courses:

COMM 1101Fundamentals of Public Speaking

3 cr

COMM 1111Interpersonal Communication

3 cr

COMM 1121Small Group Communication

3 cr

Required

ENGC 2102Business and Technical Writing

3 cr

Complete one of the following two courses:

ECON 2201Principles of Microeconomics

3 cr

ECON 2202Principles of Macroeconomics

3 cr

Complete at least 7 credits from MnTC Goal areas 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 or 10

Complete additional courses in one of the following areas to reach 42 credits for this section:

ACCT

BUSN

COMT

BUSN: Except BUSN 1201, 1220 OR 1250

Other Degree Requirements

If needed, complete additional courses to reach 60-level credits total.

  • Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 for college-level coursework (courses numbered 1000 and above) completed at Normandale.
  • Earn a minimum of 20 college-level credits at Normandale.

Coursework in this degree program satisfies a portion of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC). Please see MnTC Degree Audit Report.