Overview
The Bachelor of Science Information Technology (BSIT) program is an interdisciplinary program from a holistic perspective, with an emphasis on information technology. The program is distinctly different from computer science, which focuses on abstraction, algorithm development, scientific programming, and compilers.
BSIT is designed to provide pathways for students who want to pursue careers in the growing field of Information Technology. The students pursuing this program will gain the necessary skills to solve challenges through data analysis and the use of Information Technology.
Program Highlights
- Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
- Identify and analyze a problem based on user needs and take them into account in the selection, creation, evaluation and administration of computer-based systems.
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- Apply, configure, and manage IT technologies
- Identify and gather user requirements to design user-friendly interfaces
- Utilize data to help businesses gain insights to make better decisions
- Apply IT strategies to solve real-world problem
- Design, implement, integrate, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired user and system needs.
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
- Evaluate current and emerging technologies
Career Prospects
IT professionals may pursue careers such as Systems Administrators, Network Administrators, Database Administrators, Information Security Specialists, and Health Informatics. Others include:
- Software developer: Creates, designs, and develops software that meets users' needs. Writes, reviews, and tests code to ensure that the software functions as designed.
- Database architect: Designs, builds, and maintains databases for organizations. Ensures database designs are working properly.
- Information security analyst: Ensures network security, develops and implements security standards, educates users about security products and procedures.
- Technology leader: Oversees and leads projects and teams creating software, implementing systems, managing networks, and more.
- Computer and information research scientist: Creates new computing languages, software systems, and other tools to improve how people work with computers.
- Computer and information system manager: Plans and directs the installation of computer systems and software, and leads teams of IT professionals.
TOTAL OF 120 HOURS
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hour |
|---|---|---|
| MIS 101 | Introduction to Information Systems | 3 |
| MIS 102 | Hardware, Software and Network Systems | 3 |
| MIS 103 | Information Technology for Management | 3 |
| MIS 104 | Information Literacy and Computer Applications | 3 |
| MAT 107 | Statistics and Quantitative Reasoning | 3 |
| MAT 109 | Design and Analysis of Algorithms | 3 |
| MIS 112 | Local Area Computer Networking | 3 |
| MIS 117 | Database Design and Applications | 3 |
| MIS 121 | Web and Mobile Applications Development | 3 |
| MAT 215 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MIS 215 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| MIS 219 | Personal Computing | 3 |
| MIS 220 | Computer Science and Engineering | 3 |
| BUS 201 | Business Communication | 3 |
| BUS 210 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MIS 221 | Programming Language | 3 |
| MIS 227 | Impact of IT on Organizations & Society | 3 |
| MIS 234 | Advanced Computer Networking | 3 |
| MIS 237 | Object Oriented Programming | 3 |
| MIS 245 | Database Programming | 3 |
| MIS 312 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
| BUS 301 | Project Management | 3 |
| BUS 307 | E-Business | 3 |
| MAT 314 | Computational Mathematics | 3 |
| ACC 306 | Fundamentals of accounting | 3 |
| MIS 319 | Intranet, Extranet, and Internet | 3 |
| MIS 324 | Computer Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| MIS 325 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
| MIS 334 | Interactive Computer Graphics | 3 |
| MIS 340 | Web Design and Development | 3 |
| MIS 401 | Database Management System | 3 |
| MIS 405 | Cloud Computing | 3 |
| MIS 410 | Advanced Network Security | 3 |
| MIS 411 | Distributed and Parallel Processing | 3 |
| MIS 415 | Resource Planning in ICT | 3 |
| ECO 402 | Business Economics and ICT | 3 |
| MGT 421 | Managing Innovation in ICT | 3 |
| MIS 435 | Systems and Services Automation | 3 |
| MIS 447 | IT Project Management | 3 |
| MIS 448 | Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| MIS 499 | MIS Research Project | 3 |
Who Should Apply
Our flexible, online delivery is ideal for busy adults who are juggling work, family, and other obligations.
With three semester start-dates, and part- and full-time options, this degree program fits into any schedule. Courses are also offered asynchronously, meaning there are no specific log-in times. Just complete your assignments before deadlines.
Transfer Credits
Many adult students already have some college credit completed when they begin their studies with IARSAC International University Online. In fact, more than 90 percent of bachelor’s degree seekers transfer some or all of their previous credits. If you fall under this category, contact us at [email protected] to learn more about transferring your credits to Ball State.
Program format
- Undergraduate: Online