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Online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree completion program is designed to train individuals for information technology jobs and also prepares graduates to take many professional certification exams (CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Project+, Microsoft SQL, Microsoft Server 2008, etc.) to enhance student job market value. Specializations in multiple subject areas will provide enhanced, targeted skills and additional certification preparation to complement your online IT degree.
"The online IT program at CSU-Global goes beyond a basic knowledge of Information Technology and beyond the basics of learning a new hardware, software, and innovation. It takes knowledge of these technologies and aligns it with business goals and business objectives. It creates an atmosphere that goes beyond certification and learning, to create a well rounded Information Technology professional that understands both technology and business and how they need to align together."
- Dr. Elliot Lynn, Program Coordinator
Information Technology Specializations:
Students may enhance their information technology online degree with a specialization in a career-relevant field. Specializations consists of five (5) upper division courses (15 credits) as a complement to their program major based on professional and personal interests.
Business Administration
The Business Administration Specialization is ideally suited for students interested in pursuing a career in business operations and management. Professionals in this field include department managers, accountants, consultants, executives, directors, and more.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the Healthcare Administration and Management program.
Criminal Forensics
The Criminal Forensics Specialization is ideal for students interested in crime scene investigation and forensic science. Gain the knowledge and skills to pursue or advance a career as a medical examiner, crime analyst, criminal investigator, or similar position in this exciting field.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Criminal Justice Management
The criminal justice field includes careers in security, the court system, corrections, forensics, as well as local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. The Criminal Justice Management Specialization provides advanced leadership skills to further one’s professional development in these areas.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration program.
Criminology
The Criminology Specialization focuses on the study of crime, criminal behavior, and the legal system. Students pursuing a career in law enforcement, social work, forensics, welfare, pathology, probation, or other public safety positions will gain a competitive advantage through the Criminology Specialization.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration program.
Cyber Security
The Cyber Security Specialization is ideal for IT professionals who understand the importance of data and network security in today’s global businesses. Learn to mitigate online threats and ensure sensitive organizational information is protected.
This specialization is only available to students in the B.S. in Information Technology program.
Data Management and Analysis
The Data Management and Analysis specialization is designed for students interested in careers related to information systems and networking. Professionals interested in the Information Technology field who desire in-depth knowledge of how to manage enterprise data should consider this specialization.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Emergency Management
While emergency situations cannot always be avoided, proper critical response and preparation can drastically improve public safety. The Emergency Management Specialization provides professionals including safety directors, emergency specialists, consultants, analysts, responders, etc. with the skills necessary in a wide array of emergencies.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Finance
Gain insight and professional skills with regards to the bottom line through this specialization in finance. Career opportunities exist for accountants, investment bankers, payroll specialists, analysts, auditors, controllers, and more in this exciting field of study.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Accounting programs. B.S. in Business Management students must be enrolled in the program requirements from the 2012 Fall-B term or later.
Foundations of Accounting
This specialization provides business principles and other applied skills in the area of accounting to assist professionals at all levels. In addition to accountants and CPAs, this specialization provides financial understanding for budget and cost analysts, payroll specialists, auditors, tax consultants, advisors, managers, and more.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Accounting program.
Healthcare Informatics
The Healthcare Informatics Specialization is ideal for healthcare administrators and other professionals who are interested in the effective management of data and information within a global and technology-rich environment.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Healthcare Management
The Healthcare Management Specialization provides professionals in clinics, hospitals, private practices, nursing homes, research facilities, and more with the focused training required to handle the unique management challenges of the Healthcare industry. This specialization gives students a competitive edge in an ever-changing field.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Healthcare Administration and Management program.
Human Resources and Organizational Development
Students interested in pursuing a career in Human Resources should consider adding this specialization to their bachelor’s degree coursework. It provides a background in personnel management, staff training and development, policy and procedures, and more. When completed as part of the B.S. in Business Management degree, this specialization aligns with educational standards from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except for the B.S. in Healthcare Administration and Management program.
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Marketing
Students interested in the global field of marketing will benefit from this specialization, which includes promotion, creative services, public relations, research, consulting, communications, advertisement, strategy, branding, and much more. The Marketing Specialization provides the tools necessary to be successfully employed in many areas within this field.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Marketing program.
Operations Management and Supervision
The Operations Management and Supervision specialization is ideal for students who pursue careers in logistics or manufacturing and production. These courses provide knowledge and skills to improve efficiency, efficacy, and performance in organizational operations.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Organizational Leadership
Students who wish to advance into a management role in their organization or further their management skills as they apply to staff, effective decision making, strategic communication, and more should consider adding the Organizational Leadership Specialization to their bachelor’s degree major area of interest.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Organizational Leadership program.
Professional Sales
The Professional Sales Specialization is ideal for students interested in advancing their knowledge of sales and learning best practices for conducting business in today’s dynamic marketplace.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Project Management
Students interested in project management should consider this specialization to gain conprehensive theories and concepts on how to improve organizational efficiency and performance on a per project basis. Ideal for both Project Management Professionals (PMP) and those interested in entering this growing field.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Project Management program.
Public Administration
Students interested in pursuing a career in government, public management, foreign services, nonprofit, security, regulatory boards, and others at the global, national, state, or local level will gain a competitive advantage with a specialization in public administration.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Public Management program.
Public and Non-Profit Management
Students interested in careers within the public and non-profit sectors should consider pursuing a specialization in Public and Non-Profit Management. This specialization provides students with management and decision-making abilities necessary within these organizations.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Public Management program.
Small Business and Entrepreneurship
Students who have a desire to work with a startup small business or manage their own entrepreneurial enterprises will gain the variety of skills necessary to be successful through this specialization.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Strategic Communication
Effective communication can increase efficiency and results in a wide array of professional positions. The specialization in Strategic Communication improves both internal and external messaging, delivery, and comprehension for managers, consultants, marketing and public relations specialists, human resources, and more.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Communication program.
The IT degree program consists of ten three-credit online IT courses designed to provide foundational and practical knowledge across the field of information technology. Students may also select a specialization area consisting of five courses (15 credit hours) of upper division coursework in order to enhance their B.S. in Information Technology program.
As a student in the Information Technology degree program, you will:
- Gain technology certification exam preparation
- Acquire technical skills in programming and technology trouble-shooting
- Discover how to recommend, select, and service software/hardware systems that meet the unique information technology needs of an organization
- Learn to work both independently and cooperatively to meet the technology goals of the organization
- Comprehend the theoretical and applied uses of information technology in various business applications for problem-solving
- Apply knowledge and skills in system analysis and design, network design and administration, database design and development, operating systems, software and web application development, and IT security
Earn your 100% online Information Technology degree with Colorado State University-Global Campus and further your career. Coursework in CSU-Global’s online degree programs is flexible to accommodate your schedule. A streamlined admissions process and convenient term start dates allow you to begin class faster than you would with other institutions, while available financial options, affordable tuition rates, and a tuition guarantee for as long as you are enrolled in the IT program, make it more attainable.
Information Technology courses listed in the suggested order of completion:
ORG300 Applying Leadership Principles: This required first course for all majors (undergraduate level) provides an overview of leadership basics. In the context of studying at CSU-Global Campus, students will develop strategies for success in the online learning environment.
ACT300 Principles of Financial Accounting: Introduction to accounting from a business perspective.
ITS310 Introduction to Computer‐Based Systems: In-depth study of personal computer hardware, peripherals, interfaces, and prepares student for the CompTIA A+ certification exam.
ITS315 Introduction to Networks: Overview of computer networks including operating systems, networks, the internet and information system design, and the roles and responsibilities of technology professionals. This course prepares students for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.
ITS320 Basic Programming: An introduction to computer programming, design and testing using Java object-oriented programming language.
ITS350 Information Systems and Security: Education in the need for security, planning, cryptology, and security technologies. This course prepares students for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.
ITS400 Information Technology Project Management: Prepares managers to develop an IT strategy that aligns business strategy with IT infrastructure for a competitive advantage. This course prepares students for the CompTIA Project+ certification exam.
ITS405 Intermediate Networking: Focus on the design and implementation of a network infrastructure using IP‐based protocols. This course prepares students for the Microsoft Configuring Server 2008 Network Infrastructure certification exam.
ITS410 Database Management: Design, implement and use database management systems. Gain an understanding of available software packages, concepts of query languages and security considerations. This course prepares students for the Microsoft SQL certification exam.
ITS430 Network Enterprise Solutions: Addresses practical methods for analyzing business problems and designing large-scale software systems using object-oriented solutions.
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Dr. Elliot Lynn
Program Coordinator for B.S. in Information Technology
Dr. Elliott Lynn has over 15 years of Information Technology Management experience with a long list of industry certifications including Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, Administrator, and Trainer. Recognized in 2010 by the Department of Defense as a Level III Defense Acquisition Information Technology Professional with recent publications that include The Quality Online Learning Experience (Q.O.L.E) 2011, and The Importance of IT Project Measurement and Metrics in State Government 2011.
Aside from academia, Dr. Lynn serves as an SES (Senior Executive Services) for the State of New Jersey in the Office of Information Technology (OIT) which responsibilities include the coordination and program management of 300 million dollars of state Information Technology initiatives for various New Jersey state agencies that require Infrastructure Support Services (ISS).
Dr. Lynn holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in Organization and Management with a specialization in Information Technology Management as well as a M.B.A with a specialization in Information Technology Management.
What Dr. Lynn says about the B.S. in Information Technology degree:
"The Information Technology program at CSU-Global takes a different role than other programs. It doesn't just focus on the technology itself, it focuses on adding that technology to solve business problems or to give businesses that competitive edge. CSU-Global's IT students aren't just learning Information Technology but they're understanding how Information Technology aligns with organizational goals to give them the competetive edge for the 21st century workplace."