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May 06, 2024
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2015-2016 SGPP Catalog and Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Information Technology, B.S.
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The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (IT) program prepares students with both the business savvy and IT expertise to contribute to the strategic success of an organization. The 45-credit program is designed for individuals who want to be IT managers and move further up in business leadership. Students choose 12 credits from among current IT areas such as mobile technologies, security, forensics, and business.
Program Outcomes
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology are expected to be able to do the following:
- Identify and implement current and emerging information trends and technology.
- Support and participate in business strategic decision-making at all organizational levels.
- Apply knowledge of information technology to design systems for business applications.
- Communicate effectively at all organizational levels.
- Apply the principles of project management.
- Identify the ethical implications of their actions.
- Work effectively with diverse populations from a culturally competent perspective.
- Utilize professional and personal development resources.
- Apply the concepts and principles in chosen areas of specialization.
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills.
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Degree Requirements
A minimum of 122 semester credits is required for graduation with the bachelor of science degree from Saint Mary’s University. All students must meet the general education credit requirements. A minimum of 45 credits is required to complete the B.S. in Information Technology.
| Required Information Technology Courses |
15 cr. |
| Required Management Courses |
9 cr. |
| Required Communication Courses |
6 cr. |
| Required Capstone Course |
3 cr. |
| Electives |
12 cr. |
| Total Credits |
45 cr. |
Required Information Technology Courses: 15 cr.
Required Management Courses: 9 cr.
Required Communication Courses: 6 cr.
Required Capstone Course 3 cr.
Faculty
The faculty members for this program have earned doctorate or master’s degrees. Faculty are selected for their combination of educational and professional experience and expertise. Admission Requirements
Applicants may apply for admission to undergraduate certificate and degree programs at any time during the year and, if accepted, begin the program during any one of the three semesters. Applicants must demonstrate the language proficiency necessary for successful undergraduate coursework. Applicants must provide evidence of at least 30 transferable semester credits upon acceptance including completion of a basic English composition course. Applicants must complete an interview with a program administrator as part of the admission process. Application Process
Applicants must submit:
- Completed application form with the nonrefundable application fee (fee not required for alumni or students seeking readmission or veterans and active military personnel), and
- An official transcript issued to Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota from the institution posting the applicant’s completed bachelor degree and other relevant transcripts documenting program prerequisites and potential transfer credits. (An official transcript is one that is sent to the university by the credit-granting institution. Transcripts from countries other than the U.S. must be evaluated by a university accepted evaluation source, such as World Education Services, Educational Credential Evaluators, Educational Perspectives, or One Earth International Credential Evaluators and be deemed equivalent to accredited U.S. university standards.)
Please Note: Application materials should be sent to the attention of the Office of Admission on the Twin Cities campus.
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
Office of Admission
2500 Park Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404
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