Walden University’s new B.S. in Information Technology program helps students develop the technical, managerial and organizational skills they need for long-term growth and career success. Developed in response to industry needs, the program’s curriculum focuses on preparing students as skilled professionals capable of significantly contributing to an organization in today’s global information technology-driven environment.

In this program, students have the opportunity to:

• Study the information systems essential to virtually all organizations.
• Gain a strong understanding of key managerial and organizational concepts.
• Participate in practical hands-on lab activities that encourage collaboration and problem-solving.
• Learn to develop and use resources to satisfy current and anticipated IT needs.

“The B.S. in Information Technology program is taught within a business context, so students not only develop their technical skill, but also their management capabilities and a real understanding of how information technology works within an organization to impact and improve its performance,” said Dr. Colin Wightman, director of Walden’s B.S. in Information Technology program.

Walden’s B.S. in Information Technology offers five practical and applied concentrations in areas of high-demand so that students may choose the one that best matches their professional interests and goals, including:

• Application Development, Testing, and Quality Assurance
• Database Administration and Data Center Operations
• Networking and Operations
• Security and Forensics
• Self-Designed

More Information
Prospective students interested in the program should contact an enrollment advisor at 1-866-492-5336 in the United States or visit www.WaldenU.edu/bsit for more information. For international inquiries, please visit www.WaldenU.edu/contact to see a list of international phone numbers. Walden is currently accepting applications.

Refer Someone
Members of the Walden community can refer colleagues, friends or family members to the university’s Priority Connection team at www.WaldenU.edu/refer.

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