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Bachelor of Science Degrees in the Department of Information and Logistics Technology
Information Systems Technology The Information Systems Technology (IST) program provides for the needs of a dynamic and integral part of business and industry - the information systems environment, also known as information technology or IT. To meet the demands of the current technological era, students gain skills in both technical and business applications, including computer concepts and applications, problem solving, decision making, human relations, evaluation, analysis and communications.
Supply Chain and Logistics Technology The Supply Chain and Logistics Technology program focuses on effective management of the supply chain activities and the information flow needed to optimize processes and costs to efficiently and effectively serve the customer. International issues, production schedules, procurement, transportation services, and inventory management activities are studied as individual functions as well as the relationships between these functions.
Technology Leadership and Supervision The TLS degree focuses on providing individuals with a competitive advantage when moving into leadership and supervisory roles in technology based organizations. The program investigates the rapidly changing and complex nature of leadership in organizations that use and rely on technology on a day to day basis. The TLS degree provides a long term, empowering approach to the practice of leading people rather than the short term, command and control approach to utilizing human resources. Students learn about leadership, the importance of organizational vision and values, developing human resources, and managing technological resources in corporate, government, or community organizations. Leadership skills in goal-setting, time management, verbal and visual communication, and leadership values and abilities are developed through relevant real world applications.
 


Master of Science Degrees in the Department of Information and Logistics Technology
Technology Project Management - Information Systems Security The Masters of Science (M.S.) in Technology Project Management - Information Systems Security (TPM-ISS) comprises an M.S. degree in project management with an emphasis in Information Systems Security. The degree plan for a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Technology Project Management is designed specifically to prepare individuals with undergraduate degrees in technology disciplines for responsible leadership roles in the technology-based and information-based workplaces. The core courses provide in-depth preparation in project management skills. Being able to plan and manage technology projects is an increasingly important skill for those with a technical background. The Information Systems Security specialization equips technology professionals to assess the security needs of information and network systems and then to manage the implementation and maintenance of the recommended security solutions.
Technology Project Management - Logistics Technology The Masters of Science (M.S.) in Technology Project Management - Logistics Technology (TPM-LTE) comprises an M.S. degree in project management with an emphasis in Logistics Technology. The degree plan for a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Technology Project Management is designed specifically to prepare individuals with undergraduate degrees in technology disciplines for responsible leadership roles in the technology-based and information-based workplaces. The core courses provide in-depth preparation in project management skills. Being able to plan and manage technology projects is an increasingly important skill for those with a technical background.It is designed for the professional who seeks advanced preparation in logistics, inventory management, transportation, sales, and procurement. Core courses focus on the development of project management skills that are designed to prepare graduates for responsible leadership roles in technology- and information-based workplaces. Course topics in the area of emphasis include distribution evaluation, multi-national distribution, distribution strategies, and procurement strategies. Students also complete six additional hours of elective coursework.


 


Professional Certificate Program
Certificate in Project Management - PMI The design goal of this program is to provide a high level exposure to the theory and practice of project management. The program is offered through the College of Technology as a two course sequence. This comprehensive program prepares participants to handle the full scope of project management and to pass the highly respected Project Management Institute's Project Management Professional (PMP) certification course.
Certificate in Human Resources-SHRM The SPHR and PHR Certification "preparatory" courses are designed for HR professionals who desire to achieve the industry certification that sets them apart as true professionals in the field of HR. The courses are intended to provide the knowledge and the in-depth training necessary in a broad range of functional HR areas to prepare participants for the HRCI certification exam.