Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
What skills will you gain with a bachelor's in information technology?
- Analytical skills to enable you understand complex problems in information technology
- Decision-making skills in fast-paced business-oriented technical environments
- Problem-solving skills to solve complex problems in a systematic and logical manner
- Communication skills to explain technical details to a wide range of audiences
- Critical-thinking skills to work on projects utilizing a variety of methods with the ability to quickly assess solutions
In the information technology program, you will also:
- Gain a strong foundation in programming languages, problem solving techniques and computer ethics
- Advance your skills in database design, systems analysis and interface design using Flash, ActionScript and Dreamweaver
- Learn to analyze problems, then identify and design solutions
- Take courses in human computer interaction, web design, multimedia applications and systems analysis and design
- Develop teamwork skills in order to establish goals, meet deadlines, manage risk and produce deliverables
Internship Opportunities
Gaining hands-on industry experience is integral to the information technology program at Sacred Heart. Our students have completed internships in software engineering, programming, web development, IT service management, product configuration, network engineering and more with employers such as:
- IBM
- Vineyard Vines
- Lockheed Martin: Sikorsky
- NBCUniversal
- OWL Cyber Defense
- Prudential
- MetLife
- Eversource
- Dell Technologies
- Flagship Networks
- UBS
Career Outcomes
Employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 13 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. With an information technology degree from Sacred Heart, you will be prepared for a career as a:
- IT consultant
- Cloud architect
- Mobile specialist
- Web developer
- Vendor manager
- System administrator
How much can I make with a BS in information technology?
- Software Systems Developers: $110,140
- Information Security Analysts: $103,590
- Computer Systems Analysts: $93,730
- Database Administrators and Architects: $98,860
- Web Developers: $77,200 per year
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