Walden University`s College of Business Administration offers two online computer science Bachelor's programs for working professionals 24 years or older - a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with specializations in security and forensics, operations, quality assurance, or customer support designed to develop proficiencies using a variety of servers, systems, and programming languages, including Windows, Linux, SQL, Visual Basic, Java, JavaScript, Perl, AJAX, XML, and HTML and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems, with specializations in healthcare informatics, human computer interaction, information systems management, information systems security, new media communication technologies, and online work and communities. Both degrees can be completed in four years or less and those students who have earned an associate's degree or have accumulated credits from a regionally accredited college or university are eligible to transfer credits.
Highlights
Two degrees offered - BS in Information Technology and BS in Computer Information Systems Delivered fully on-line with degree completion in four years or less Low student/faculty ratio that enables students to consistently have direct access to faculty members Flexible class options, including courses enabled for use on mobile devices An advanced online platform which houses online course lectures, assignments, live communication applications, and online libraries and research tools
Institute Accreditation
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
Credentials Offered
Bachelor Degree
Fields of Study
Computer Science (general)
Program Options
Career Placement Office Mentor Program Academic Advising
Writing Center
Tutoring
Academic Advising/Technical Support
Students have access to customer service and technical support from the moment they decide to enroll at Walden University. Led by Walden's online Concierge Team, this support begins with a software orientation for all admitted students to familiarize them with Walden's distance learning environment before they begin classes. And while in their programs students are able to access faculty and advisors concerning program planning, University procedures, course registration and curriculum and degree completion. Available online or by phone, academic advisors monitor students' progress, offer assistance throughout a student's entire academic career, and serve as a link between students and faculty. Other services include a virtual bookstore, comprehensive research library and databases, the Center for Research Support that provides assistance in all aspects of research, and a writing center that includes a dedicated staff of editors and tutors. Additional technical support at Walden is available 24/7.
Faculty/Department Name: College of Management and Technology Name of Credential Awarded: BS in Information Technology/BS in Computer Information Systems Length of Program: < 4 Years Direct Entry: Yes Cohort Model: No Opportunities for Part-Time Study: Yes Teaching Methods: Lectures Case Studies Field Work/Projects Directed/Independent Study
Student Profile
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Institute Overview
Institute Name: Walden University Institute Type: 4-Yr University Year Founded: 1970 # Faculties: 5