Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

The following program educational objectives are approved by information technology faculty and the Advisory Board:

• Our graduates will be able to evaluate and apply current IT best practices when solving real world problems in complex IT environments
• Our graduates will be able to demonstrate their ability to work within diverse teams, and to use effective written and oral communication skills when analyzing and designing IT solutions
• Our graduates will be able to assess the impact of information technology on business processes and apply effective and ethically sound solutions locally and globally. 

Program Outcomes

• Technology Skills: Apply current technical tools and methodologies to solve problems.
• Client Specifications: Analyze users' technical issues.
• System Specifications: Design information systems.
• Technology Analysis: Evaluate IT trends, practices, and products.
• Business Analysis: Evaluate the potential impact of information systems and technology on business processes.
• Project Management: Apply project management practices, tools, and methods.
• Professional Development: Recognize the ethical considerations for IT professionals locally and globally as they develop in their careers.

Each term students are assessed on their mastery of the course outcomes which measure the skills, knowledge, abilities and behaviors employers expect. A summary of these assessments can be found here.

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When you enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, you can choose to pursue a concentration, which is a grouping of courses designed to prepare you with specialized knowledge and skills in a specific field. Concentrations allow you to personalize your education by focusing your elective choices on an area of study that best fits your desired career path.

Choose from:

• Information Security and Assurance
• IT Management
• Network Administration
• Programming and Software Development

Interested in continuing on to pursue a graduate degree? Earning a minimum course grade in select bachelor's degree courses can gain you entry into a shortened version of Purdue Global's master’s degree in information technology or cybersecurity management. Complete both your bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in less time and at a lower cost than completing both programs separately. For details and eligibility requirements, speak to an Education Advisor upon enrollment in this bachelor’s degree program.