HELP BUILD A MORE CONNECTED FUTURE.
Would you like to focus your business education on the ever-evolving technologies of the digital age? Build a foundation of network knowledge and computing skills when you earn your Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Information Technology. As tech continues to drive many modern business operations, managers in fields related to information technology (IT) can make an impact in a wide range of industries.
GET TO KNOW OUR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEGREE SPECIALIZATION.
Our Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Information Technology introduces you to digital foundations that support modern business and the consumer marketplace. From cloud computing and big data storage to mobile applications and computing networks, you can learn about technical solutions used to address organizational problems. You’ll also discover how to plan and manage IT infrastructure, and how to apply cybersecurity measures to protect systems from vulnerabilities
When completing the Information Technology Specialization on campus , you can finish ready to test for industry-recognized certifications such as the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) certification. This is an industry-recognized certification that shows your commitment to future hiring managers. As a student enrolled in our Information Technology Specialization, you can also take advantage of our Certification Prep courses at no tuition charge.
The Information Technology Specialization can be earned as a part of the following degree programs:
Classes Start Every 8 Weeks
Earn your Bachelor's Degree in Business with Information Technology Specialization in as little as 2 years + 8 months*—or even more quickly with qualifying transfer credits.
*Not including breaks. Assumes year-round, full-time enrollment.
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What You'll Learn
The Information Technology Specialization covers the following:
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Information Technology Administration & ManagementUnderstand business and management principles involved in IT infrastructure, information security, cyber-security, strategic planning, and resource allocation. -
Determining Compliance with StandardsUse relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulation or standards. -
Information and Cybersecurity FoundationsIdentify common security threats and vulnerabilities such as malware, phishing, spoofing and social engineering. -
Network FundamentalsGain working and certifiable knowledge of basic networks, routing and switching essentials, scaling networks, connecting and securing networks, and small network configuration, troubleshooting and management. -
Computing SkillsExplore operating systems, basic coding techniques and ways to use software packages to analyze business problems.
ACCREDITATION MATTERS
Accredited* by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) www.acbsp.org.
Career Opportunities
Graduates with an Information Technology Specialization may consider careers such as:
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IT Project Manager
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Entry Level IT Security and Support Specialist
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Junior Systems Administrator
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Junior Network Security Analyst
Option 1: Management
Program-Specific Courses
All of:
| COMP230 | Introduction to Scripting and Database with Lab |
| NETW202 | Introduction to Networking with Lab |
| NETW204 | Introduction to Routing with Lab |
| NETW206 | Introduction to Switching with Lab |
| NETW208 | Introduction to WAN Technologies with Lab |
| NETW230 | Network Operating Systems – Windows, with Lab |
| SEC280 | Principles of Information Systems Security |
| SEC440 | Information Systems Security Planning and Audit |
| CERT401 | Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching Certification Preparation (optional course) |
Core Degree Courses
Business Core
| ACCT212 | Financial Accounting |
| BIS155 | Data Analysis with Spreadsheets with Lab |
| BUSN115 | Introduction to Business and Technology |
| BUSN319 | Marketing |
| COMP100 | Computer Applications for Business with Lab |
| MGMT303 | Principles of Management |
Management and Technology
| BIS245 | Database Essentials for Business with Lab |
| BUSN278 | Budgeting and Forecasting |
| BUSN369 | International Business |
| CIS115 | Logic and Design |
| MGMT404 | Project Management |
| MGMT410 | Human Resource Management |
Senior Project
| BUSN460 | Senior Project |
Analytics
| BIAM300 | Managerial Applications of Business Analytics |
| BIAM400 | Applied Business Analytics |
| BIAM410 | Database Concepts in Business Intelligence |
General Degree Courses
Communication Skills
| ENGL112 | Composition |
| ENGL135 | Advanced Composition |
Humanities1
| ETHC445 | Principles of Ethics |
| LAS432 | Technology, Society and Culture |
Social Sciences
| ECON312 | Principles of Economics |
| SOCS1852 | Culture and Society |
Mathematics and Natural Sciences3
| MATH114 | Algebra for College Students |
| MATH221 | Statistics for Decision-Making |
| SCI228 | Nutrition, Health and Wellness with Lab |
Additional General Education Selection
| SPCH275 | Public Speaking |
Personal and Professional Development
| CARD405 | Career Development |
| COLL148 | Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving |
Option 2: Technical Management
Program-Specific Courses
All of:
| COMP230 | Introduction to Scripting and Database with Lab |
| NETW202 | Introduction to Networking with Lab |
| NETW204 | Introduction to Routing with Lab |
| NETW206 | Introduction to Switching with Lab |
| NETW208 | Introduction to WAN Technologies with Lab |
| NETW230 | Network Operating Systems – Windows, with Lab |
| SEC280 | Principles of Information Systems Security |
| SEC440 | Information Systems Security Planning and Audit |
| CERT401 | Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching Certification Preparation (optional course) |
Core Degree Courses
Business Core
| ACCT212 | Financial Accounting |
| BIS155 | Data Analysis with Spreadsheets with Lab |
| BUSN319 | Marketing |
| BUSN115 | Introduction to Business and Technology |
| COMP100 | Computer Applications for Business with Lab |
| MGMT303 | Principles of Management |
Management and Technology
| BIS245 | Database Essentials for Business with Lab |
| MGMT404 | Project Management |
Senior Project
| BUSN460 | Senior Project |
Electives4
| BUSN369 | International Business |
| BUSN412 | Business Policy |
| MGMT408 | Management of Technology Resources |
| SEC310 | Principles and Theory of Security Management |
| WGD201 | Visual Design Fundamentals |
| WGD210 | Digital Imaging Fundamentals |
| WGD229 | Information Design |
General Degree Courses
Communication Skills
| ENGL1125 | Composition |
| ENGL135 | Advanced Composition |
Humanities1
| ETHC445 | Principles of Ethics |
| LAS432 | Technology, Society and Culture |
Social Sciences
| ECON312 | Principles of Economics |
| SOCS1852 | Culture and Society |
Mathematics and Natural Sciences
| MATH114 | Algebra for College Students |
| MATH221 | Statistics for Decision-Making |
| SCI2286 | Nutrition, Health and Wellness with Lab |
Additional General Education Selection
| SPCH275 | Public Speaking |
Personal and Professional Development
| CARD405 | Career Development |
| COLL148 | Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving |
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*Conferral and Assessment Data - Available for all of DeVry and Keller's ACBSP accredited programs. This accreditation applies to the Bachelor's of Business Administration and the Bachelor's of Technical Management.
1Students enrolled at a Pennsylvania location must take HUMN451 as part of this requirement.
2Students enrolled at a Nevada location must take POLI332 as part of this requirement or the General Education Option.
3Ohio residents enrolled as online students, and students enrolled at an Ohio location, must take an additional natural sciences course from those with prefixes BIOS, PHYS, or SCI as part of this requirement.
4Students enrolled at a New Jersey location must take 55 semester-credit hours of general education coursework. Fifteen semester-credit hours of general education coursework may be applied to the Electives course area.
5Students enrolled at a New Jersey location take ENGL108 in lieu of this course.
6Students enrolled at a New Jersey location may take PHYS204 or SCI200 to fulfill this requirement.
All students enrolled in site-based programs will be required to take some coursework online and, for some programs and locations, a substantial portion of the program may be required to be completed online.
