Master of Science (MS) in Information Technology

System Design and Development Specialization

School of Business and Technology

The system design and development specialization helps equip technical leaders with the skills necessary to design and implement high-quality applications that meet business needs. This expertise is critical for professionals in systems integration, software engineering and development, and information management. Upon completion of this online degree, you will be well positioned to succeed in key systems, software development, or business analyst roles.

(Formerly System Design and Programming)

ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES BEGINNING: January 6, 2025 COST PER 4-CREDIT COURSE: $1,995 (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment) TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS : 48 credits

You may be closer than you think. The petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on an evaluation of the petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience.

Core Courses:

• TS 5004 - Technical Communications - 4 credits
• TS 5110 - Enterprise System and Application Development - 4 credits
• TS 5120 - Project Management for Technology Professionals - 4 credits
• TS 5130 - System Development Theory and Practice- 4 credits
• TS 5151 - Quality Assurance
• TS 5160 - Business Foundations - 4 credits

Choose five specialization courses:

• TS 5140 - System Usability Analysis and Design - 4 credits
• TS 5150 - Enterprise Application Testing- 4 credits
• TS 5500 - Systems Analysis and Design - 4 credits
• TS 5501 - Database Analysis and Design - 4 credits
• TS 5502 - Programming Strategies - 4 credits
• TS 5503 - Advanced Enterprise System Development - 4 credits
• TS 5504 - Wireless Web Design and Development - 4 credits
• TS 5505 - Object-oriented Design and Development - 4 credits
• TS 5506 - Graphics and Multimedia - 4 credits
• TS 5513 - Advanced Programming Strategies - 4 credits
• TS 5514 - Advanced Graphics and Multimedia - 4 credits
• TS 5515 - Advanced Wireless and Mobile Development - 4 credits
• TS 5520 - Operating System Theory and Application - 4 credits
• TS 5529 - Component Development-Java Framework - 4 credits
• TS 5530 - Component Development-Microsoft Framework - 4 credits
• TS 5538 - Programming Strategies - Microsoft Environment - 4 credits
• TS 5539 - Enterprise Database Systems - 4 credits
• TS 5540 - Introduction to XML and Web Services - 4 credits
• TS 5899 - Special Topics in Technology - 4 credits

• Integrative Project course (taken during the learner's final quarter):
• TS 5990 - Integrative Project- 4 credits