BS in IT: Project Management

Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

Kaplan University's online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program with an a career focus area in Project Management tries to prepare students with critical thinking, communication, technical, and creative skills for today's work environment. As part of the major curriculum, you will take coursework in technology infrastructure, databases, systems analysis, and programming. The project management career focus area provides additional specialized coursework in business process management, outcomes assessment, and quality management. You must also complete all core requirements, in areas like communications, mathematics, and the arts and humanities, in order to complete your bachelor's degree program.

What Are the Prerequisites?

If you're interested in this program, experience with computers or technology will likely be helpful. Previous coursework in information technology, while not required, may also be helpful. Applicants to Kaplan University's programs should have a high school diploma or GED and be a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. Since the program is offered online, applicants should have access to a computer.

What Are the Course Requirements?

In order to graduate, you must complete a total of 180 credits. Of the 180 credit requirement, 24 must come from the project management emphasis area.

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a Career Focus Area in Project Management Requirements

• Academic Strategies for the IT Professional
• Introduction to Website Development
• Choose one of the following:
  • Database Concepts Using Microsoft Access
  • Data Modeling for Health Informatics
• Foundations in Information Technology
• Choose one of the following:
  • Foundations of Programming Using Visual Basic
  • Foundations of Programming Using Java
• Networking Concepts
• 200 Level Mathematics Course
• Choose one of the following:
  • Project Management I
  • Managing Technological Innovation
• Human Computer Interaction
• Technology Infrastructure
• Choose one of the following:
  • Internet Business Fundamentals
  • Management of Information Systems
• Choose one of the following:
  • Structured Query Language
  • Database Design
• Choose one of the following:
  • IT Consulting Skills
  • Information Technology Externship
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Bachelor's Capstone in Information Technology
• Project Management I
• Project Management II
• Business Process Management
• Outcomes Assessment and Quality Management
• 100/200 Level Core Requirements
• 300/400 Level Core Requirements
• Open Electives
• Choose one of the following:
  • Introduction to Management
  • Small Business Management
  • Global Business

What Are My Post-Graduation Opportunities?

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a career focus area in Project Management gives you the chance to develop skills in programming, hardware and software troubleshooting and quality management. These skills may prepare you for a variety of positions in the information technology field. You could pursue these types of entry-level positions:

• Network analyst
• IT project manager
• Quality manager

Advanced Degrees

This program may prepare you for entry-level employment in the field or to continue your education at the graduate level. Students holding master's degrees in information technology or a related area may be qualified for a wider range of positions or prepared to take on more job duties. Here are a few graduate degrees that you could consider:

• Master of Science in Information Technology
• Master of Business Management