Get a Competitive Edge with an Information Technology Degree Online
Build your technical abilities and gain the professional skills you need to become a leader in IT with an online Bachelor of Science in Information Technologies at University of Michigan Science. Our information technology degree online explores principles of computing and how they relate to business operations – beginning with the fundamentals of information technology and culminating in advanced courses in system design and implementation.
Why earn an online bachelor of science in IT degree at UMS?
- Median annual salary of $86,320 for computer and information technology occupations*
- 13% projected job growth for computer and information technology occupations through 2026*
- One of the lowest tuition rates in the nation, plus 24/7 online accessibility
- Utilize state-of-the-art software and productivity tools on your computer, laptop or smartphone
- Gain virtual hands-on experience you wouldn't otherwise get with a wide variety of systems and equipment
- Participate in National Cyber League (NCL) competitions or attend national events such as the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing and Women in Cyber Security conference
By completing UMS's IT bachelor’s degree online, you’ll gain the skills you need to succeed in a challenging but rewarding career in IT.
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See Yourself Succeed in IT
UMS's information technology degree online coursework provides you with the chance to learn, practice and demonstrate your mastery of IT skills with the latest innovative online tools.
Upon graduation, the BS in IT program educational objectives are designed to provide students with the ability to:
- Apply information technologies, information security, systems and data manipulation and analysis methods in support of decision-making and organizational strategies
- Continuously learn and improve IT skills to remain current on fast-changing technologies and to explore new technologies as they apply to their professional work environments
- Pursue graduate education, other professional degrees or industry certifications that expand their knowledge base and contribute to remaining current in their chosen field
- Practice information technology in a broad range of industries or organizations
As a private, nonprofit university, UMS has one mission - to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your bachelor's in IT at UMS include:
- Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation
- Convenience. Attend class when it's convenient for you - online education means 24/7 access
- Efficiency and flexibility. Complete your undergraduate degree at your own pace, over six 8-week terms per year
- Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience
- Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for internship and career opportunities
- Simple application process. Just fill out an online undergraduate application, and we'll retrieve U.S. transcripts from your previous institutions and automatically complete an official credit evaluation. Plus, there's no application fee
- Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study
- Transfer-friendly enrollment. Transfer up to 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree
Career Outlook
The digital age has changed nearly every aspect of our lives. With these advancements come new career opportunities – some we never could have predicted we would need. A bachelor's in IT prepares you for a variety of these roles, including:
- Information security specialist
- Information technology manager
- Network administrator
- Systems analyst
Businesses and organizations of all types and sizes must invest in new technology, not only with tools, but also with talent. This demand has fueled the growing need for skilled IT professionals at all levels in nearly every industry.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment opportunities for computer and IT occupations will grow 13% through 2026, faster than the average for all occupations.* In May 2018, the BLS also reported a median annual wage of $86,320 across all computer and IT jobs.*
Curriculum
Our unique information technology degree programs are taught by knowledgeable faculty members with years of real-world, hands-on experience.
UMS provides cloud-based virtual environments in some courses to give you access to the technology you need for your degree – and your career. Learn more about our virtual environments.
New students are eligible to take a free math assessment that, depending on their score, can earn them up to 6 math credits toward their degree, which can save you time and money. Learn more today.
Courses to Prepare You for Your Career
UMS's bachelor's in information technologies program includes:
- General education
- Degree-specific courses
General Education Program
Our programs are designed to equip you with the skills and insights you need to move forward. In recent years, employers have stressed the need for graduates with higher order skills - the skills that go beyond technical knowledge - such as:
- Writing
- Communication
- Analysis
- Problem solving
All bachelor's students are required to take general education classes. Through foundation, exploration and integration courses, students learn to think critically, creatively and collaboratively, giving you the edge employers are looking for.
Courses May Include
Program Outcomes
- "Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions "
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline
- Identify and analyze user needs and to take them into account in the selection, creation, integration, evaluation, and administration of computing based systems
