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Information Technology Graduate Certificate

Credits

9

Start Terms

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Spring

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Summer

Available

Online

Tuition

$5,397.75

estimated total cost

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Knowing the ins and outs of technology and how it applies in business settings can be game changing. Our graduate certificate in information technology (IT) will help you gain exposure to emerging technologies as they’re adopted into business environments.

Understand systems theory, quality, and decision making of information systems. In this program you willl learn the principles and techniques of programming to create dynamic websites. Upon completition of this graduate certificate, you will be a master in web applications wireless systems, mobile technologies, and more.

Is the IT graduate certificate right for you?

This program could be a great fit if you:

  • Are a non-IT professional starting to take on IT responsibilities

  • Are an IT professional looking to deepen your expertise or advance your career

  • Are an information security officer aiming to expand your knowledge in broader IT disciplines

Designed for working professionals

This graduate certificate can be completed 100% online, allowing you to balance coursework with your career and personal responsibilities.

Next Steps

College of Business and Information Systems

Move your career forward

If you're currently in the workforce, adding this program to your skill set will equip you to lead in many IT-driven business roles. If you are a student looking to expand your knowledge, this graduate certificate can also serve as a valuable stepping stone to our Master of Information Systems (MSIS) program.

  • IT consultant
  • Web developer
  • IT vendor manager
  • Data modeler
  • Mobile app developer

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the graduate certificate in information technology, students will:

  • Be able to understand systems theory, quality, decision-making, and the organizational role of information systems
  • Be able to understand two of the following four IT subjects (depending on which two elective courses are completed):
    • Principles and techniques used in managing information systems and organizational change projects
    • Client and server-side web programming skills to create dynamic web sites
    • Internet, intranet, local and wide area network design, technical requirements, operation, and management
    • Techniques in designing and implementing enterprise models, database design, and implementation technologies

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