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Online Bachelor of Science

Information Systems and Information Technology

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Build a varied skillset to practice and lead in many areas of IT

Gain an interdisciplinary skillset for designing, analyzing, managing and securing information systems and IT-related projects with HU. Our online program merges practical and theoretical concepts from across computer science and IT, with a focus on fast-growing areas including mobile computing, virtualization, cloud services and data analytics.

Program Features and Benefits

Explore principles of project management and people management along with fundamental concepts in data, hardware, software and information systems.

Focus on critical emerging technologies and challenges within information systems and information technology.

Complete hands-on training even at a distance, with applied and research-based projects.

Optional in-person internships or occupational practicum experience.

Transfer up to 87 approved credits from previous college-level study.

What You’ll Learn

As a graduate of this program, you will be able to:

  • Demonstrate detailed understanding and application knowledge of both general computing and information systems specific fields.
  • Apply sound technical knowledge of computers, communications, and software to analyze complex, real-world organizational problems and define computing requirements.​
  • Set up, configure, troubleshoot, and manage information systems and the supporting technologies. ​
  • Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of user needs and organizational requirements.
  • Use essential communication and collaboration skills to execute and manage individual and team projects effectively.
  • Make informed judgments considering the perspectives of others and the ethical/legal principles of the profession.

Career Opportunities

There are many IT-related careers you can pursue with our online ITIS degree, and many of them are projected to experience steady job growth over the 2019-2029 period, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. For example, computer systems analyst jobs are projected to grow by 7% nationally, potentially adding up to 46,600 jobs.1

 

Other job titles this degree may prepare you for include:

  • Computer Network Architect
  • Computer Network Support Specialist
  • Computer Systems Analyst
  • Computer and Information Systems Manager
  • Database Administrator
  • Information Security Analyst
  • Network and Computer Systems Administrator

Core Courses for the Online B.S. in Information Systems and Information Technology

CISC 103

Introduction to Computers and Information Systems

CISC 120

Programming I

CISC 225

Information System Design and Analysis

CISC 300

Web Technologies and Applications

ISIT 140

Introduction to Information Systems

ISIT 220

Data and Information Management

ISIT 240

Networking and Security Essentials

ISIT 335

Applied Operating Systems

MEBA 110

Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship

MEBA 335

Business Law and Ethics

MEBA 470

Business Systems Analysis, Modeling and Design

How to Apply

To apply to

the online B.S. in Information Systems and Information Technology, you will need to have graduated from high school with a minimum GPA of 2.75 or have a GED.

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details, including where to fill out our free application form, on our admissions page.

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