School of Information Systems and Technology 

Imagine having a professional career you are proud of and look forward to each day. Choosing the right academic program is the first step toward achieving that goal. Furthering your education could also increase your earning potential—rewarding you with higher paychecks throughout your future career.*

 

If you have a knack for understanding the complexities of information systems and technology and a desire to enter this exciting career field, a degree or professional certificate from Kaplan University's School of Information Systems and Technology is a convenient way to get started. Whether your specialty is programming, website development, or another field, our online courses allow you to prepare for your future online without interfering with your work schedule or other obligations. Use the program comparison chart below to explore your options and determine which Kaplan University program is right for you.

 

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Master

Credits

Who

Master of Science in Information Technology

Emphasis Areas:

Business Intelligence, Information Security and Assurance, and Project Management

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1.5 to 2 years (full-time)

If you have a bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university with a major in information technology, computer science, information systems, management of information systems, or a similar field of study, this program is for you.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

Corporations
Government
Database management
Networking security
Data warehousing
IT project management

Bachelor

Credits

Who

Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

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90

As little as 2 years (full-time)

If you earned an associate's or bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college and want to advance or change to a technology career with a bachelor's degree, this degree program is ideal. This degree can be further specialized by choosing a career focus area.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

Depending on the career focus area completed
you could prepare for the following positions:

Applications developer
Programmer analyst
Web content developer
Network specialist
Technology consultant
Web designer

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

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4 years or less (full-time)

If you want to advance your career in Web development, programming, networking, database management, or design, this program teaches the critical thinking and technical skills valued by many employers. This degree can be further specialized by choosing a career focus area.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

    Depending on the career focus area completed
    you could prepare for the following positions:

    Applications developer
    Programmer analyst
    Web content developer
    Network specialist
    Technology consultant
    Web designer

Associates

Credits

Who

Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology

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As little as 12 months and up to 2 years (full-time)

If you are interested in entering the information technology field, study to obtain a thorough foundation in software, hardware, and network development. This degree can be further specialized by choosing a career focus area. Your associate's degree could be a stepping stone to a bachelor's degree in the future.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

Depending on the career focus area completed
you could prepare for the following positions:

Applications developer
Programmer analyst
Website developer
Network specialist

Professional

Credits

Who

Cisco Networks Postbaccalaureate Certificate

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Two terms (full-time)‡

If you have a bachelor’s degree and would like to enhance your knowledge of Cisco networks, consider this certificate. The Cisco Networks Postbaccalaureate Certificate could help prepare you to take the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam.§ In addition, qualified credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate may be applied toward the requirements of certain Kaplan University degree programs.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

Entry-level employment working with Cisco networks

Computer Forensics Postbaccalaureate Certificate

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Two terms (full-time)‡

If you have a bachelor’s degree and would like to pursue a career in computer forensics, this certificate may be for you. The Computer Forensics Postbaccalaureate Certificate could help you prepare to take various certification exams.§ In addition, qualified credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate may be applied toward the requirements of certain Kaplan University degree programs.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

    Entry-level employment in the field of computer forensics

Graduate Certificate in Information Security

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Two terms (full-time)‡

If you have a bachelor’s degree in information technology and want to enhance your knowledge of information security, consider this certificate. The Graduate Certificate in Information Security could help you prepare to take the Certified Ethical Hacking certification exam.§ In addition, qualified credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate may be applied toward the requirements of certain Kaplan University degree programs.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

Employment in the field of information security

Information Security Postbaccalaureate Certificate

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Two terms (full-time)‡

If you have a bachelor’s degree and would like to enhance your knowledge of information security, consider this certificate. The Information Security Postbaccalaureate Certificate could help prepare you to take the various certification exams.§ In addition, qualified credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate may be applied toward the requirements of certain Kaplan University degree programs.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

    Entry-level employment in the field of information security

Information Technology Pathway Certificate

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Four quarters or one year

If you want to launch a successful IT career as quickly as possible, with a thorough knowledge of a specific aspect of information technology, this program is for you. Credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate are transferable to Kaplan University degree programs.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

Computer operator
Help desk technician
Customer service representative

Internet and Website Development Certificate

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Four quarters or one year

If you wish to pursue entry-level work in Web development and Internet technology, this program is for you. Credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate are transferable to Kaplan University degree programs.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

    Web master
    Web designer
    Web content developer
    Interactive site developer

Internet Web Design Postbaccalaureate Certificate

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Two terms (full-time)‡

If you have a bachelor’s degree and would like to pursue a career in Internet Web design, this certificate may be for you. The Internet Web Design Postbaccalaureate Certificate could help you prepare to take the CIW Associate Design Specialist certification exam.§ In addition, qualified credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate may be applied toward the requirements of certain Kaplan University degree programs.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

Entry-level employment in the field of Internet Web design

Introduction to Computer Programming Language Certificate

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Four quarters or one year

If you aren't ready to commit to a degree program but still want a solid foundation in information technology, this program is for you. Credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate are transferable to Kaplan University degree programs.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

    Software developer
    Programmer analyst
    Web page programmer

Linux System Administration Postbaccalaureate Certificate

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21

Two terms (full-time)‡

If you have a bachelor’s degree and would like to enhance your knowledge of Linux operating systems, consider this certificate. The Linux System Administration Postbaccalaureate Certificate could help you prepare to take the various certification exams.§ In addition, qualified credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate may be applied toward the requirements of certain Kaplan University degree programs.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

Entry-level employment working with Linux operating systems

Microsoft Operating Systems Postbaccalaureate Certificate

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Two terms (full-time)‡

If you have a bachelor’s degree and want to enhance your knowledge of Microsoft operating systems, consider this certificate. The Microsoft Operating Systems Postbaccalaureate Certificate could help you prepare to take the various Microsoft certification exams.§ In addition, qualified credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate may be applied toward the requirements of certain Kaplan University degree programs.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

    Entry-level employment working with Microsoft operating systems

Oracle Database Administration Postbaccalaureate Certificate

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Two terms (full-time)‡

If you have a bachelor’s degree and want to pursue a career in database administration or development, this certificate may be for you. The Oracle Database Administration Postbaccalaureate Certificate could help you prepare to take the Oracle DBA Assessment Exam.§ In addition, qualified credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate may be applied toward the requirements of certain Kaplan University degree programs.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

Entry-level employment in the field of Oracle database administration
  
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.

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‡Certificate is not eligible for Title IV federal financial aid.


§While the courses in the program may provide students with the knowledge necessary to sit for this examination, Kaplan University cannot guarantee students’ eligibility to either take this examination or become certified. In some cases, field experience may be necessary to be eligible to take or to successfully pass the exam.