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Management information systems (MIS) is one of the more underrated high-ROI majors — a business-and-technology blend that lands well-paid, stable roles without the full math load of computer science. Its edge is being the translator between tech and business. Here's the honest picture.
Why it often pays off
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The business-tech translator is well paid
Companies constantly need people who understand both the technology and the business goals — and that's exactly what MIS produces. Stack a concrete skill (SQL, analytics, a cloud or PM certification), do internships, and you land stable, well-paid roles that are harder to automate than pure data entry or pure coding.
MIS doesn't get the buzz of CS or data science, but its placement and ROI are strong, and the math load is lighter. If you like technology but don't want to be a hardcore programmer, it's an excellent, practical bet — especially with internships and a hard skill behind it.
Decide well: use the general will-it-pay-off check, compare with a CS degree, and a business degree.