The Certificate in Computer Information Systems program from Strayer University provides students, administrative assistants and other individuals with the knowledge, strong foundation, and skills necessary to understand new technology, refresh their skills and use computers in a business environment.  Students acquire excellent communication skills, knowledge of operating systems and network platform usage, comprehend programming languages, further computer literacy, and develop computer technical expertise.  Some of the many software programs that students use to develop skills, confidence and provide actual active participation include Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.

The computer information systems certificate program deals with methods and strategies for surfing the web, researching, and data retrieval.  Students acquire the knowledge needed to design and manage many different computer systems used for storing, collecting, analyzing and processing necessary information.  The job outlook remains very positive for graduates with a computer information systems certificate.