Certificate in Information Technology

(Available online or at our Northern Virginia Center)

Our Certificate in Information Technology provides essential training for liberal arts graduates, career changers, and other professionals looking to enter and succeed in the field of information systems. Developed by an advisory board of industry leaders, this 7-course, 19-credit program teaches the language of IT to those new to the field. Undergraduate coursework introduces the concepts, terminology, business processes, and computer applications that staff at all organizational levels must understand to effectively interact in a high tech environment.

The certificate provides the credential to enter both entry-level and mid-level positions in the areas of systems analysis, information architecture, Web design and development, technical sales and marketing, quality assurance, client liaison and customer service, technical writing, and administration.

Courses are offered online or at our Northern Virginia Center. The certificate can be completed totally online.

Required Courses (6)

IT 3200

Introduction to Information Technology

IT 3220

Information Technology for Business Operations

IT 3230

Basics of Web Design

IT 3240

Systems Analysis and Design

IT 3250

User Requirements & Quality Assurance

IT 3260		Project Management
Elective Courses (1)
IT 3210		Fundamentals of Java Programming
IT 3270		Introduction to Programming Concepts
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