ExcelTrack® Online Bachelor's Degree in Cloud Computing and Solutions
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ExcelTrack® Bachelor’s in Cloud Computing and Solutions Overview
Don’t just take classes — take charge. Earn a flexible, competency-based bachelor’s degree and be ready to move your cloud computing career forward in the fast-growing field of IT.
- Earn the same respected Purdue Global bachelor’s degree in cloud computing faster and more affordably.
- Keep up with an evolving field and gain specialized skills as cloud computing continues generating disruptive new business technologies from chatbots and artificial intelligence (AI) to applied machine learning and blockchain.
- Be prepared to help organizations develop, innovate, and complete their cloud transformation.
- Get practical training and apply classroom concepts to real-world cloud computing challenges.
- Take courses 100% online, while meeting the demands of your career.
- Prepare for IT industry certifications.
Come Back With ExcelTrack®
Designed for highly disciplined and self-motivated learners with strong professional knowledge, ExcelTrack® is centered on real-world experiences and builds on your skills and knowledge.
- Take assessments to show what you already know and move quickly past those topics to develop new IT skills you can use right away.
- Control your pace, deadlines, and courseload.
- Speed up or slow down as needed — you’re evaluated by how well you demonstrate competencies, not by how long it takes to learn them.
- Work directly with faculty to ensure you’ve learned all the material.
- Save on tuition — with flat-rate tuition, you can save money each term while you earn the same respected Purdue Global degree.
Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
The HLC (HLCommission.org) is an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Earn Credit for Prior Certifications
Get the credit you deserve. If you’ve already completed certification exams, you may be eligible for credit toward your degree.
What Courses Will I Take?
The ExcelTrack® cloud computing degree consists of 174 single-credit courses as well as a 6-credit capstone course.
All cloud computing courses are updated regularly by our dedicated curriculum department and advisory board to ensure they reflect the most recent developments in the field.
Sample Courses
- Application Development and Scripting in the Cloud
- Advanced Cloud Security
- Cloud Services Management
- Security Testing for Cloud Applications
- Migrating Data and Applications to the Cloud
Program Requirements
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
3-Week Trial
Not sure if Purdue Global is right for you? Try an undergraduate program for an introductory 3-week trial period.
There’s no financial obligation and no cost to apply. That’s the Purdue Global Commitment.
Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial. See Notes and Conditions below.
Admissions Requirements
You must be a high school graduate or possess a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or other equivalency diploma. You must also complete orientation before you start classes.
Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.
Prepare for Industry Certifications
The program provides a foundation for critical industry certifications, which can help you secure a professional role within the evolving cloud computing field:
- CompTIA Cloud Essentials and Cloud+
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect—Associate/Professional
- Microsoft MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure
- (ISC)² Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Network Professional (CCNP) Cloud
See Notes and Conditions below for important information.
Upcoming Start Dates
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.
Is ExcelTrack® Right for You?
- You are a self-motivated, driven student with strong time management skills.
- You have 3 years of experience working in a setting relevant to your program of study.
- You have successfully completed at least 3 courses at an accredited college or university.
If you decide to enroll, you must complete orientation before you start classes.
Ways to Save on Time and Tuition
Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.
Transfer Credits
Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.
Prior Work Experience Reduction
You could earn undergraduate credit for your life and professional career experiences.
Financial Aid
Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.
Grants and Loans
Learn about federal and state grants and loan programs that may be available.
Prior Military Experience
Earn credit for your military training. The average Purdue Global military student is awarded 54% of the credits needed for an associate's and 45% of the credits needed for a bachelor's.
View the total cost of attendance for your program.
Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study
- Describe the most challenging cloud project you've worked on. What were the main challenges, and how did you overcome them?
- Give an example of a time when you had to learn a new platform or tool quickly, ideally within cloud. How did you approach the learning process, and how did you apply your new skills?
- Describe a group project where you had to collaborate with others to design or implement a technical solution. What was your role? How did the team work together, and what was the outcome?
- Tell me about a time when you were required to address multiple problems simultaneously. How did you prioritize your tasks?
- Describe a time when you received constructive feedback on an assignment or project, ideally cloud-related. How did you respond to the feedback, and what did you do to improve your work?
Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field
- Agile Methodology
- Python (Programming Language)
- Java (Programming Language)
- Amazon Web Services
- JavaScript (Programming Language)
- Microsoft Azure
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Debugging
- Application Programming Interface (API)
- C# (Programming Language)
- Java (Programming Language)
- DevOps
- Scripting
- Interpersonal Communications
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