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IT: Informatics
Master's ConcentrationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Secure your future with an online Master of Science in IT with an informatics concentration at University of Maryland Global Campus. This online program was designed to give you a strong foundation in major categories of both IT and management, allowing you to stand out in the market as you develop a strong knowledge base. You’ll complete your coursework through UMGC’s streamlined online classroom, networking with your fellow students as you work through your degree. You will also benefit from the tutelage of our world-class faculty members, who bring real-world experience with them to the classroom. Ready for your next success? Apply today!
Program Highlights
- Evaluate strategy: Determine if an acquisition strategy meets an organization’s strategic, fiscal, and technical objectives.
- Learn new techniques: Implement relational databases, applying techniques such as query optimization.
- Know the requirements: Create a software requirement document that is aligned with current industry standards.
- Study information security: Formulate information security measures by performing risk assessments and other approaches.
- Design and build websites: Build dynamic websites that contain a variety of media and interactive components.
- Manage projects: Learn to manage a software project on time and within budget, solving conflicts as they arise.
Required Courses
This program requires a total of 36 credits.
Initial Requirement
- (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
This course must be taken within the first 6 credits of study (if required). The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.
Core Courses
- (3 Credits, ITEC 610)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 625)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 626)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 630)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 640)
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- (3 Credits, SWEN 603)
- (3 Credits, DBST 651)
- (3 Credits, ISAS 640)
- (3 Credits, INFA 610)
- (3 Credits, IMAT 637)
- (3 Credits, ISAS 650)
Capstone Course
- (3 Credits, IMAT 670)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help you prepare for careers in organizations that specialize in IT, computer science, and database management. The skills you learn in this program are universal and can apply to almost any modern organization, including private firms, non-profits, and government agencies. ºÚÁÏÉçÇø courses are taught by experienced faculty members, and address skills and competencies that today’s employers seek.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
Strong writing skills are encouraged in this program.
Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $544 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $336 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
IT: Project Management
Master's ConcentrationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Stand out in the job market by earning an online master’s degree in information technology (IT) with a concentration in project management at University of Maryland Global Campus. In this unique degree program, you’ll develop important skills in several career-relevant areas of study. Plus, with our convenient online coursesÌý²¹²Ô»åÌýno-cost electronic resources in place of most textbooks, you can access the full online learning experience from anywhere and on your own schedule. Why wait? Take the first step and apply today!
Program Highlights
- Assess technology: Appraise the potential and relevance of technology as well as analytical and quantitative methods.
- Gain hands-on experience: Apply project leadership knowledge and skills essential for creating high-performing teams.
- Learn to adapt: Tailor your approach to align with project and organizational characteristics and priorities.
- Apply management skills: Apply skills that amplify a project manager’s effectiveness, efficiency, and influence.
- Study connections: Evaluate how a project or program interfaces with operations and product management.
- Understand the big picture: Create project and program alignment with the broader project context and environment.
Required Courses
This program requires a total of 36 credits.
Initial Requirement
- (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
This course must be taken within the first 6 credits of study (if required). The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.
Core Courses (IT)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 610)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 625)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 626)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 630)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 640)
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- (3 Credits, PMAN 634)
- (3 Credits, PMAN 635)
- (3 Credits, PMAN 637)
- (3 Credits, PMAN 638)
- (3 Credits, PMAN 639)
- (3 Credits, PMAN 641)
- (3 Credits, PMAN 650)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help prepare you for work in project coordination, management, and program management. Potential job titles include technical director, IT manager, IT director, scrum master, transition program manager, cybersecurity project manager, and IT project manager. ºÚÁÏÉçÇø courses are taught by experienced faculty and address skills and competencies that are highly valued by today’s employers.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
Strong writing skills are encouraged in this program.
Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $544 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $336 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
IT: Systems Engineering
Master's ConcentrationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Earn a career-focused online master’s degree in information technology with a concentration in systems engineering at University of Maryland Global Campus. This program is designed to give working professionals the chance to build expertise in a rapidly evolving field. Study in our convenient online classroom with knowledgeable professors who are valued leaders in the field. Learn the newest industry standards with online courses that are constantly being updated. And gain knowledge that you can apply on the job from day one.Â
Program Highlights
Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.
Required Courses
This program requires a total of 36 credits.
Initial RequirementÂ
- (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
This course must be taken within the first 6 credits of study (if required). The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.Â
Core CoursesÂ
- (3 Credits, ITEC 625)Â
- (3 Credits, ITEC 626)Â
- (3 Credits, ITEC 630)Â
- (3 Credits, ITEC 640)Â
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- (3 Credits, SYSE 610)Â
- (3 Credits, SYSE 620)Â
- (3 Credits, SYSE 625)Â
- (3 Credits, SYSE 630)Â
- (3 Credits, SYSE 640)Â
- (3 Credits, SYSE 650)Â
- (3 Credits, SYSE 660)Â
Capstone CourseÂ
- (3 Credits, SYSE 670)Â
Career Preparation
This systems engineering degree concentration is designed to help you prepare for IT careers in systems engineering in several professional contexts. The knowledge you’ll gain in this program are designed to translate to a number of industries, including companies and institutions in the public sector, the private sector, and the non-profit sector. Potential job titles include systems engineering project manager, engineering program manager, systems engineer, and automation engineer.Â
ºÚÁÏÉçÇø courses are taught by experienced faculty and address skills and competencies that are highly valued by today’s employers.Â
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
We recommend you have a professional or educational background in a technical discipline, such as engineering or computer science. Strong writing skills are also encouraged.
Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $544 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $336 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
