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Computer Science
Bachelor of Science

These program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.


Program Highlights
  • Develop analytical skills: Develop the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary to design, implement, test, and debug computer programs.
  • Apply principles: Apply mathematical principles, computer science theory, and software development fundamentals to design and build effective computing-based solutions.
  • Implement solutions: Design and implement a computing-based solution to meet a given set of requirements, standards, and guidelines.
  • Evaluate systems: Evaluate alternative architectures, algorithms, and systems to make informed decisions that optimize system performance.
  • Communicate effectively: Communicate effectively with a range of audiences in a variety of professional contexts.
  • Apply standards: Recognize local, national, and international technical standards and legal, ethical, and intellectual property regulations in practice.
Required Courses
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 115)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 215)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 310)
  • (3 Credits, CMIT 265)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 315)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 320)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 330)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 335)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 345)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 430)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 451)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 495)

Related Required Courses

The following required courses (7 credits) may be applied to general education requirements:

  • (4 Credits, MATH 140)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 105)

The following required courses (7 credits) may be applied to elective requirements:

  • (4 Credits, MATH 141)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 150)
Career Preparation

This degree program is designed to help you prepare for computer science careers in many industries, including data processing, healthcare, information security, finance, and more. Potential job titles include computer scientist, software engineer, database administrator, and computer systems architect.

UMGC 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

We recommend you have previous professional programming experience or experience programming as a hobby.

Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
  • $324 per credit (in-state)
  • $499 per credit (out-of-state)
  • $250 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.

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Computer Networking
Undergraduate Certificate

These program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.


Perfect for those who want to work as network administrators for business, government, or nonprofit organizations, the undergraduate certificate program in computer networking at Â鶹ÐÔ°®µçÓ° of Maryland Global Campus can provide you with hands-on training in state-of-the-art computer technology. Learn about fundamental aspects of computer troubleshooting, networking, network security, interconnected Cisco devices, and Windows server installation and configuration. Plus, you'll get a chance to choose from upper-level courses so you can tailor your degree to your career goals. Courses in this program can help prepare you for the following industry certification exams:  CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cloud+; and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).

Program Highlights
  • Grasp the fundamentals: Review computer hardware and software, with emphasis on computing safety and environmental practices.
  • Gain hands-on experience: Evaluate, install, configure, and maintain computer hardware components and operating systems.
  • Improve your writing: Design, develop, and write effective technical documents.
  • Install systems: Install, configure, and troubleshoot Windows Server operating systems, including domain and network services.
  • Evaluate risk: Assess and mitigate risk, evaluate and select technologies, and apply network security safeguards.
  • Resolve IT issues: Resolve IT system problems and meet the needs of users by applying troubleshooting methods.
Required Courses
  • (3 Credits, CMIT 202)
  • (3 Credits, CMIT 265)
  • (3 Credits, CMIT 320)
  • (3 Credits, CMIT 326)
  • (3 Credits, CMIT 351)
  • A 3-credit supporting elective chosen from any upper-level CMIT courses
Career Preparation

This program is designed to help prepare you for work in network administration for corporate, government, or nonprofit organizations.

Experience Recommended for Success in the Program

No previous experience is needed.

Total Program Credits
18
Transfer Credits
Up to 9
Format
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
  • $324 per credit (in-state)
  • $499 per credit (out-of-state)
  • $250 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.

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Management Information Systems
Bachelor of Science

These program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.


Program Highlights
  • Communicate effectively: Communicate clearly and effectively to meet expectations for content, purpose, organization, audience, and format. 
  • Utilize diverse technologies: Use a variety of technologies to achieve project-level or organizational information systems objectives. 
  • Manage projects: Apply appropriate management, analysis, and measurement methods and tools for information systems and technology to meet strategic and operational needs. 
  • Analyze data: Utilize business intelligence and data analytics tools and techniques to generate actionable insights. 
  • Study new technologies: Analyze the implications, and applications of existing and emerging technologies, while also considering ethical issues and global and multinational corporate perspectives. 
  • Incorporate best practices: Incorporate information security and risk management best practices in the planning, development, and use of information systems. 
  • Deploy data models: Develop clear and concise technical and functional requirements, including the use of data and process models, for information systems development and implementation. 
  • Create IT plans: Create information technology strategic and implementation plans that support organizational strategies and activities and improve processes and outcomes. 
Required Courses
  • (3 Credits, IFSM 201)
  • (3 Credits, IFSM 300)
  • (3 Credits, FINC 331)
  • (3 Credits, IFSM 304)
  • (3 Credits, CSIA 300)
  • (3 Credits, IFSM 310)
  • (3 Credits, IFSM 311)
  • (3 Credits, DATA 330)
  • (3 Credits, IFSM 370)
  • (3 Credits, IFSM 438)
  • (3 Credits, IFSM 461)
  • (3 Credits, IFSM 495)

Related Required Course

The following required course may be applied to general education requirements:

  • (3 Credits, CMSC 105)
Career Preparation

This program is designed to help you gain the know-how to succeed in IT and management careers in a variety of professional contexts. These skills may be transferrable to multiple industries in the public sector, the private sector, and the non-profit sector. Potential job titles include director of information technology, chief information officer, technical director, and IT director. UMGC 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

No previous experience is needed.

Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
  • $324 per credit (in-state)
  • $499 per credit (out-of-state)
  • $250 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.

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