The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Information Systems at Nova Southeastern University’s College of Computing and Engineering requires a minimum of 67 credits. The format blend of on-campus and online activities provides professionals the opportunity to pursue a graduate degree in information systems while continuing to work in their current positions.
Graduate students gain an understanding of information technology as a management tool in facilitating the flow of information throughout the business enterprise. The master's degree in IT management program is designed for managers and others with similar responsibilities in the information technology field. IT professionals also fine-tune their computer skills in Webster University's graduate program through the study of the latest computer technology applications, business operations, and communication and management strategies used for technology centers.
The upper division BAS Supervision and Management courses provide students with a general, but comprehensive understanding of business enterprises and a command of practical management skills. The curriculum builds from the practitioner viewpoint to a thorough understanding of all facets of enterprise management as the student progresses. Many local businesses and industries were involved in developing curricula for workforce education programs.
The Computer Programming and Analysis - Software Engineering program provides a solid foundation in computer programming. Students develop skills enabling them to code C, C++, Visual Basic and Java. Students will learn to design and develop software applications.
The Internet Services Technology program provides students with the technical credentials needed for Internet-related careers in planning, building, maintaining and managing interactive Web sites. First, this program helps students learn the fundamentals of computers, operating systems, programming and graphic design. Then, this program directs students into the planning, building and managing of Web pages and sites. Finally, this program helps students learn the knowledge that is essential for the management of Web servers.
The Network Administrator program provides students with the technical credentials needed for IT (information technology) careers in computer network management, design, installation, maintenance and support. This program helps students learn the fundamentals of computer hardware, operating systems and network essentials. It shows students how to install, configure, maintain, troubleshoot and repair computers and networks. Currently renamed to Networking Services Technology.
The Computer Programming program provides a solid foundation in programming. Students develop skills enabling them to program C, C++, Visual Basic; as well as to design and develop software. All credits earned in this program are applicable to the AS degree in Computer Programming and Analysis. Selected courses prep for MCP, MCAD, MOS, and Sun Java certifications.
The certificate program in Information Technology Administration provides the student a solid understanding of web based technology. The student develops proficiency with hardware and software installation, networked environment, development and use software tools and web programming language in building, maintaining and optimizing websites for personal and business use. The content prepares students to work in Internet, Intranet, and Extranet environments; installing and configuring Intranet and web based resources.
The certificate program in Information Technology Management prepares the students to plan, install, configure, and monitor computer networks in a LAN/WAN environment. Students will be able to understand, plan, manage and implement security in a networked environment. Students will be prepared to apply conceptual and theoretical knowledge to the workplace utilizing technical skills learned during the program.
The certificate program in Information Technology Support Specialist provides the student with a solid understanding of the computer hardware and software and its interaction in a networked environment. The certificate program also provides soft skills and technical skills for providing customer support in a networked office and business environment. The course content prepares students to install, troubleshoot information technology equipment and support its users.
The certificate program in Information Technology Technician prepares the students to plan, install, configure, and monitor computer networks in a LAN/WAN environment. Students will be prepared to apply conceptual and theoretical knowledge to the workplace utilizing technical skills learned during the program.
The certificate program in Web development Specialist provides the student a solid understanding of the web based technology. The student develops the technical skills to design and build websites using web programming languages for personal and business use, maintain, trouble shoot and implement web based technology on the website for optimization and analysis purposes. The content prepares students to work in Internet, Intranet, and Extranet environments; installing and configuring Intranet and web based resources.