Information Systems Management Graduate Certificate

Why Earn a Graduate Certificate in Information Systems Management?

The graduate certificate in information systems management covers the study, design, development, implementation and support of computer-based information systems. The certificate is valuable preparation for students seeking career advancement in the high-tech work environment or preparing to enter the high-tech workforce. This program is intended for students who have a bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, computer information systems or a related field, who will enter the program for advanced studies. However, the program may also interest you if:

• You do not have a bachelor's degree in information technology but currently work in the IT field and seek additional academic background for professional growth.
• You have a bachelor's degree in a discipline other than IT and want to prepare yourself for careers in this field.

The certificate course of study can be completed as a stand-alone graduate certificate. Credits also may be applied toward the M.S. degree program in applied information technology. 

Certificate Requirements

• AIT 600: Information Technology Infrastructure
• AIT 610: Systems Development Process
• AIT 628: Information Technology and Business Strategy
• AIT 630: Information Technology Project Management
• AIT 730: Case Studies in Information Systems

View more information about certificate requirements and course descriptions in the Graduate Catalog. 

Online Options

This program may be completed 100% online or in a hybrid format. 

Admission Requirements and Deadlines

Application deadlines and admission requirements for the certificate are the same as those for the applied information technology master's program. 

Questions? 

If you have questions about the program, contact Michelle Bowman,
Program Coordinator, by phone 410-704-4309 or email mbowman AT_TOWSON.