Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Information Technology] From Columbus State University

The curriculum emphasizes quantitative and communication skills as well as providing a basic foundation in understanding the business process and the role of Information Technology in supporting that process.

Computer science and information technology graduates find jobs in a wide array of occupations including software engineering, application, game, and web programming, network administration and security, and database administration. Because computers are becoming more and more pervasive, computer science and information technology jobs are available in almost every field. According to the US Department of Labor, computer science and information technology job opportunities are expected to grow at approximately 20% through 2018 which is much faster than the average for all occupations.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates in the BS in Information Technology (BSIT) program will:

• be able to apply fundamental systems analysis, project management, and end user support concepts to address real?world business problems
• be able to apply analytical and critical thinking skills to develop creative solutions to these problems
• be able apply professional and interpersonal skills to communicate these solutions to both coworkers and management
• understand how the software solution functions as a part of the overall business solution to the problem at hand
• participate in the development and testing of the software designed as a part of this business solution