Master of Science in Information Technology - Network Management Specialization
Networks provide the infrastructure to securely store, retrieve and transmit information throughout an organization, bringing people from remote locations together to securely, effectively and efficiently accomplish the mission of the organization. The Network Management concentration prepares competent and ethical professionals that are skilled in analyzing the needs of an enterprise-wide organization, designing the equipment and technologies required, and planning the implementation of the resulting infrastructure. New changes in technologies, such as cloud computing, virtual servers, wireless protocols, satellites, and the Internet are investigated.
The Master of Science in Information Technology with a specialization in Network Management (MSIT-NM) is a program for students with a desire to develop professional skills in the main functional area of network management.
Outcome: Core
- Analyze the needs and mission of an organization and document the organization’s requirements for a network infrastructure.
- Evaluate the capabilities of various networking technologies, equipment and software and recommend their appropriate use in an enterprise-wide network.
- Design and plan the implementation and management of an enterprise network infrastructure for an organization, assuring its security, integrity and availability, while integrating successful new technologies, like wireless computing, virtual servers, cloud computing, and software as a service.
- Plan and manage the development of applications that access data from multiple locations using different types of devices.
Degree Requirements
Courses: Core
| CS651 | Computer Systems Security Foundations | 4 |
| CS663 | Enterprise Systems Architecture | 4 |
| IT621 | Enterprise Data Management | 4 |
| IT640 | Networking and Telecommunications | 4 |
| MGMT690 | Strategic Management in Dynamic Environments | 4 |
| PM600 | Project Management Processes in Organizations | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 24 |
Courses: Specialization
| CS653 | Network Security | 4 |
| IT642 | Network Administration | 4 |
| IT643 | Enterprise Network Architecture | 4 |
| IT644 | IT Governance and Risk Management | 4 |
| IT645 | Virtual Systems | 4 |
| IT697 | Information Technology Capstone | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 24 |
Total Credit Hours: 48
Preparatory Requirements
The CTU Master of Science in Information Technology degree program is designed to provide technical depth in the issues and concerns for enterprise level solutions. In order to achieve this depth a solid foundation in Computer Science (CS) or Information Technology (IT) is required. Students without a CS or IT undergraduate degree must demonstrate at least two years of work experience in the field. Students who have successfully completed Colorado Technical University’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program meet the requirements necessary to gain entrance into the MSIT program.
Locations
- Colorado Springs
- Aurora (Denver Area)
- Virtual Campus