An education in the MICS department cultivates deep critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills, preparing students for a wide range of meaningful career opportunities. As MICS graduates, students are equipped for careers and graduate study in mathematics, computer science, and information systems by learning to design software, create mathematical models, build and secure computer networks, analyze data, write code, manage technical projects, and much more.

PLNU engages its faculty, staff, and students in an annual assessment cycle, where student learning is evaluated through appropriate courses, assessment results are analyzed, and necessary adjustments are made to improve the curriculum.

This complete process—encompassing planning, assessment, and improvement—is commonly referred to as “Closing the Loop.” It is illustrated in the Annual Assessment Cycle for each curricular program and culminates in a comprehensive six-year Program Review. This review includes a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Action Plan, through which assessment findings directly inform financial and strategic planning.