Help Keep Database Management Both Accessible and Secure
DeVry University’s online and hybrid Database Management Degree Specialization is designed to help you master the principles, tools and techniques of all things database management. The Database Management Degree Specialization program is founded in real-world applications and techniques. Students can uncover all aspects of database creation and management - from planning to troubleshooting errors – as well as the real-world application in any number of fields. This program is built with our Tech Core curriculum, a specially designed set of hands-on learning experiences that prepare you for today’s IoT economy.
Get to Know Our Bachelor's Degree with a Specialization in Database Management
Our Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Database Management will help you master the protocols and techniques necessary to develop and maintain a database management system. Databases act as the storage repositories for some of our most important information, such as financial transactions, health records and legal information. Database administrators help to design, create, test and manage these data storages. Since security is often a primary concern in relation to databases, our staff of knowledgeable faculty will teach you how to balance access and protection. You’ll also learn about how different databases work from the perspective of performance, availability and cost, and how a variety of databases can be managed together.
Choose to specialize in Database Management when you earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems.
Classes Start Every 8 Weeks
Earn your Bachelor's Degree in Computer Information Systems with Database Management 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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Why DeVry?
Complimentary Laptop
As a new student, you’ll get a complimentary laptop as part of your technology program1. It’s our way of investing in your education—and you.
You can take it anywhere, it’s powerful enough to run robust applications, and best of all, you can use it for all of your classes to optimize your DeVry experience.
IoT Kit
Simulate the Internet of Things (IoT) wherever you are with your IoT Kit*, designed to give you hands-on experience and confidence working with real IoT technologies.
With the full complement of microprocessors and sensors in your kit, you’ll build elementary IoT devices, integrate them into cloud-based server systems and develop skills needed for today’s IoT economy.
*The IoT Kit is a required expense and is not complimentary.
Certification Exam Reimbursement
Our Tech programs are designed with industry-recognized certifications in mind. Qualified students may receive up to a $300 reimbursement for the cost of one exam attempt across a wide range of certifications:
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Linux+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Cloud+
- Microsoft Technology Associate - Python
Others may be applicable as well. Speak with your professor for more info.
What You'll Learn
The Database Management Degree Specialization covers the following:
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Communicate Methods and FindingsLearn to communicate the rationale behind research methods and recommendations while presenting performance objectives, issues and solutions. -
Develop Standards, Policies and ProceduresExamine various levels of threats to an organization’s data and develop standards, policies, procedures and plans to combat them. -
SQL and Advanced PracticesExplore database topics such as dynamic structured query language (SQL), complex queries, data warehousing, reporting capability creation, performance tuning, and data security practices and technologies. -
Complex Problem SolvingApply critical and analytical thinking to identify complex problems, evaluate options and implement solutions. -
Database ManagementLearn a variety of database management concepts, including internal and cloud-based information retrieval and storage, capacity planning, database management system (DBMS) architecture, performance tuning, backup, recovery and disaster planning, archiving, reorganization and defragmentation.
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Data AnalysisLearn to draw conclusions by finding patterns and relationships in numerical data with tools used for statistical analysis. -
Data MiningExplore traditional methods to interface with data. Learn to mine and analyze data sets to interpret results and communicate predictions utilizing cloud-based computing, machine learning tools, and more. -
Collaborate in Dynamic Work EnvironmentsLearn to collaborate with colleagues in varying locations and environments to coordinate and share information. -
Digital LiteracyLearn to apply and utilize appropriate digital technologies for data and information acquisition, storage, retrieval, analysis, interpretation and communication.
Embedded Programs - Demonstrate Skills at Every Step
Earn two additional credentials with our unique 3-in-1 design. All courses in our Programming Essentials certificate program and Information Technology and Networking associate degree are embedded within our Computer Information Systems - Database Management degree program. So you can earn a certificate and an associate degree on the way to your bachelor's degree.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of our Database Management Degree Specialization may consider, careers such as:
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Computer Programmer
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Computer Systems Analyst
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Database Administrator
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Database Analyst
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Data Security Administrator
Learn more about careers in Database Management
Essentials Courses
Communication Skills
| ENGL1122 | Composition |
| ENGL135 | Advanced Composition |
| ENGL216 | Technical Writing |
| SPCH275 | Public Speaking |
Humanities3, 4
| ETHC232 | Ethical and Legal Issues in the Professions |
| LAS432 | Technology, Society, and Culture |
Social Sciences
| ECON312 | Principles of Economics |
| SOCS185 | Culture and Society |
| SOCS3255 | Environmental Sociology |
Mathematics and Natural Sciences
| MATH114 | Algebra for College Students |
| MATH221 | Statistics for Decision-Making |
| PHYS204 | Applied Physics with Lab |
Personal and Professional Development
| CARD405 | Career Development |
| COLL148 | Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving |
Tech Core Courses
Tech Core
| CEIS101 | Introduction to Technology and Information Systems |
| CEIS106 | Introduction to Operating Systems |
| CEIS110 | Introduction to Programming |
| CEIS114 | Introduction to Digital Devices |
| NETW191 | Fundamentals of Information Technology and Networking |
| NETW211 | Fundamentals of Cloud Computing |
| SEC285 | Fundamentals of Information Security |
Program Courses
Information Systems and Programming
| CEIS236 | Database Systems and Programming Fundamentals |
| CEIS312 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
| CIS170C | Programming with Lab |
| CIS247C | Object-Oriented Programming with Lab |
| CIS355A | Business Application Programming with Lab |
Application Development
| CIS363B | Web Interface Design with Lab |
| CIS407A | Web Application Development with Lab |
| WBG310 | Interactive Web Page Scripting with Lab |
Career Preparation
| CEIS299 | Careers and Technology |
| CEIS499 | Preparation for the Profession |
| MGMT404 | Project Management |
| TECH460 | Senior Project |
Specialized Courses
Database Management
| DBM405A | Advanced Database with Lab |
| DBM438 | Database Administration with Lab |
| DBM449 | Advanced Topics in Database with Lab |
| SEC360 | Data Privacy and Security |
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1As part of this program, one complimentary laptop is provided to students enrolled in the Associate of Information Technology and Networking, Bachelor’s in Information Technology and Networking, Bachelor’s in Software Development, Bachelor’s in Engineering Technology–Electronics and Bachelor’s in Computer Information Systems. The laptop is issued during the student’s second session. Certain restrictions apply.
2Students enrolled at a New Jersey location take ENGL108 in lieu of this course.
3Students enrolled at a Pennsylvania location must take HUMN451 as part of this requirement.
4Students enrolled at a New Jersey location must take an additional six semester-credit hours of general education coursework from among the following course areas: communication skills, humanities, social sciences, mathematics and natural sciences. Courses selected in humanities or social sciences should be upper-division coursework (DeVry courses numbered 300-499).
5Students enrolled at a Nevada location must take POLI332 in lieu of 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.
