Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Strayer University’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology prepares students to build practical technology skills that support today’s digital organizations and evolving workforce needs. The program provides a foundation in information systems, programming, databases, networking, cybersecurity, systems analysis, and emerging technologies while helping students develop analytical thinking and problem solving abilities for modern technology environments.
Designed for working adults, the curriculum combines technical knowledge with real world application to help students understand how technology supports business operations, innovation, communication, automation, and data driven decision making. Students may further personalize their studies through specialized concentrations aligned to technology pathways, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and related IT disciplines.
Students may have the opportunity to earn micro-credentials on the way to completing their degree.
Core Concepts
• Apply core information technology principles across business and technology environments
• Understand systems analysis, networking, databases, and cybersecurity foundations
• Explore emerging technologies, automation, and intelligent systems concepts
• Use programming and technical problem solving to support organizational needs
• Develop communication and collaboration skills for technology focused environments
Practical Competencies
• Programming and technical troubleshooting fundamentals
• Systems analysis and process improvement
• Database and information management
• Cybersecurity and network awareness
• Data analysis and visualization fundamentals
• Technical communication and documentation
• Cloud and infrastructure awareness
• Problem solving with technology tools
• Technology project collaboration
• Business and technology alignment
Within this curriculum, students have the option of choosing a concentration in:
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Artificial Intelligence*
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Cloud Computing*
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Cybersecurity
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Data Analytics
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Data Management
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IT Project Management
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Networking
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Software Development
Disclaimers
Students enrolled in this program in Arkansas must follow the program requirements in the Arkansas section of the catalog. This program is not available at the New Jersey, North Carolina or Pennsylvania campuses and is available in an online-only format to New Jersey, North Carolina and Pennsylvania students.
*The Artificial Intelligence and Cloud Computing concentrations are available in an online-only format.
Credits earned from Strayer University do not automatically qualify the holder to participate in professional licensing examinations to practice certain information systems professions. General information about information systems licensure options is available from vendor-specific websites such as Microsoft, Cisco, Project Management Institute, CompTIA or EC-Council.
The university recognizes that the IT industry uses IT certifications as a means of vetting potential IT professionals in the fields of computer networks, database management, network security, technical support and more. Therefore, a number of carefully chosen courses have embedded IT certification training along with academic rigor in order to prepare students for certification. Review the undergraduate-level CIS course descriptions in the course descriptions section of this catalog to determine which courses in this program have certification training availability and the requirements associated with each course. General information about information systems certifications is available from vendor-specific websites such as Microsoft, Cisco, Project Management Institute, CompTIA or EC-Council.
Also available are an Associate in Arts in Information Technology, a Master of Science in Information Systems, and a Master of Science in Cybersecurity.
Students are advised to review the Undergraduate Degree Conferral Requirements to ensure they satisfy all of the general requirements for an undergraduate degree, including the minimum grade that must be earned in certain courses.
Requirements
Major
| BUS 100 | Introduction to Business | |
| BUS 375 | Project Management | |
| CIS 106 | Introduction to Information Technology | |
| CIS 109 | Introduction to Management Information Systems | |
| CIS 110 | Computer Programming Design | |
| CIS 111 | Introduction to Relational Database Management Systems | |
| OR | |
| CIS 112 | Introduction to Cloud Computing | |
| CIS 175 | Introduction to Networking | |
| CIS 261 | Object-Oriented Computer Programming I | |
| CIS 312 | Computer Architecture | |
| CIS 333 | Networking Security Fundamentals | |
| CIS 373 | Web Design and Development | |
| CIS 376 | SQL Programming | |
| CIS 498 | Information Technology Capstone | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 58.5 |
Concentration
Students must choose one of the concentrations listed to complete the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology.
General Education Core
| CIS 101 | Navigating a Digital World | |
| COM 100 | Communication at Work | |
| COM 200 | Communication: The Key to Working Together | |
| ECO 110 | Taking Charge of Your Economic Future | |
| ENG 116 | Discover the Writer in You | |
| ENG 201 | The Power of Persuasion | |
| HIS 110 | U.S. History: Learn from the Past, Prepare for the Future | |
| HUM 201 | Exploring Cultures: Adapting in a Global World | |
| MAT 110 | Using Math to Inform Your World | |
| MAT 210 | Data-Driven Decisions | |
| PHI 201 | Thinking it Through | |
| PSY 101 | Smarter Decisions through Psychology | |
| SCI 201 | Unlocking the Secrets of Science and Innovation | |
| SOC 101 | The Story of Us: Embracing Society and Collaboration | |
| WRK 100 | Preparing for the Future of Work | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 67.5 |
Electives
These courses are selected in consultation a dean, advisor or coach; within this component it is possible for students to develop a minor in a second area of study (see Minors).
Concentration Requirements
Artificial Intelligence Concentration
Strayer University’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an online concentration in Artificial Intelligence (AI) prepares aspiring tech professionals for careers working with AI systems, data-driven solutions and intelligent automation. If you are searching for a bachelor’s program with AI focus or information technology degree with AI focus, this curriculum blends core IT foundations with specialized AI concepts such as machine learning, data analysis and intelligent systems design. You will build practical skills for real-world IT and AI environments – from programming and data modeling to ethical considerations and AI applications – while studying with flexible scheduling and support tailored to adult students.
| CIS 211 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | |
| CIS 214 | Introduction to Prompt Engineering | |
| CIS 363 | Python Programming for Artificial Intelligence | |
| CIS 439 | Deep Learning and Neural Networks | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18.0 |
Artificial Intelligence (AI): This concentration is only available online.
Cloud Computing Concentration
The Cloud Computing Concentration is designed to teach students the skills needed to design and administer cloud environments, with an emphasis on the services provided by the major cloud providers Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure.
| CIS 332 | Network Server Administration I | |
| CIS 437 | Cloud Architecture and Design | |
| CIS 447 | AWS Cloud Operations I | |
| CIS 448 | AWS Cloud Operations II | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18.0 |
Cloud Computing: This concentration is only available online.
Cybersecurity Concentration
The Cybersecurity Concentration is designed to teach students the skills integral to being able to secure an organization’s data and operations against cybersecurity concerns.
| CIS 332 | Network Server Administration I | |
| SEC 420 | Perimeter Defense Techniques | |
| SEC 435 | Network Penetration Testing | |
| SEC 340 | Computer Forensic Technology | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18.0 |
Data Analytics Concentration
The Data Analytics Concentration is designed to teach students the skills integral to being able to design, develop and deploy systems that support the data analytics needs of an organization.
| CIS 356 | Decision Support and Business Intelligence | |
| CIS 362 | Data Analytics I | |
| CIS 461 | Data Analytics II | |
| CIS 429 | Data Warehouse Planning | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18.0 |
Data Management Concentration
The Data Management Concentration is designed to teach students the skills integral to being able to administer traditional and cloud-based database systems to meet business operational needs.
| CIS 377 | SQL Programming II | |
| CIS 424 | Database Administration I | |
| CIS 428 | Database Administration II | |
| CIS 429 | Data Warehouse Planning | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18.0 |
IT Project Management Concentration
The IT Project Management Concentration is designed to teach students the skills integral to being able to develop project plans to meet business goals.
| CIS 348 | Information Technology Project Management | |
| BUS 377 | Managing Project Risk | |
| BUS 419 | Project Estimating and Budgeting | |
| CIS 443 | Agile Project Management | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18.0 |
Networking Concentration
The Networking Concentration is designed to teach students the skills integral to being able to design and administer computer networks, both LANs and WANs, to meet organizational business and cybersecurity requirements.
| CIS 332 | Network Server Administration I | |
| CIS 337 | Internetworking Basics | |
| CIS 357 | Advanced Internetworking | |
| CIS 401 | Network Server Administration II | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18.0 |
Software Development Concentration
The Software Development Concentration is designed to teach students the skills integral to being able to design, develop and deploy software solutions to meet business needs.
| CIS 361 | Object Oriented Computer Programming II | |
| CIS 375 | Human-Computer Interaction | |
| CIS 406 | JAVA Programming I | |
| CIS 407 | JAVA Programming II | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18.0 |
All courses are 4.5 quarter credit hours.
Total Credit Hours: 180.0