<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The Bachelor of Science in Technology Management program at Herzing University is designed to teach you how to plan and implement business computer systems. With the education you receive in this program, you could develop the expertise necessary to pursue opportunities overseeing various technology projects as well as IT staff members. As a program enrollee, you can focus largely on business and management courses, particularly if you have transferred associate-level technical course credits from another school. You could also have opportunities to build solid business writing, communication, and critical-thinking abilities along with strong leadership skills. You can complete this program at a select Herzing University campus or online. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>If you are considering this program, you should have an aptitude for technology, science, and mathematics. You should also be a logical thinker who enjoys the problem-solving process. Though requirements may vary, you should have earned a high school diploma or equivalent. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>At least 131 semester credit hours are required to graduate from this program. Read on for program courses. </p> <p><u>Required Management Core Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>AC 107 </td><td> Accounting I</td></tr> <tr><td>AC 220 </td><td> Finance</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 106 </td><td> Introduction to Management</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 204 </td><td> The Digital Firm and Business Communications</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 206 </td><td> Business Law I</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 302 </td><td> Leadership and Organizational Behavior</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 327 </td><td> Business Ethics</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 345 <br /> <b>OR</b> <br /> IT 345 </td><td> Project Management <br /> <br /> Information Technology Project Management</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 407 </td><td> Quantitative Decision Making</td></tr> <tr><td>EC 111 </td><td> Principles of Microeconomics</td></tr> <tr><td>EC 121 </td><td> Principles of Macroeconomics</td></tr> </table><p><u>Required Technical Courses</u> </p> <ul><li>A minimum of 30 semester credit hours of technical courses will be necessary. The courses must come from the transfer of a sequence of courses in a recognized technological field. </li></ul><p><u>Open Elective Courses</u> </p> <ul><li>A minimum of 26 semester credit hours of open elective courses will be required. </li></ul><p><u>Required Capstone or Internship</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>BU 491 </td><td> Capstone Project</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 495 </td><td> Internship</td></tr> </table><p><u>Required Courses in General Education</u> </p> <ul><li>You will be required to complete a minimum of 37 semester credit hours in general education courses such as natural science and computer applications. </li></ul><p><u>Personal and Professional Development Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>PD 121 </td><td> Professional Development I</td></tr> <tr><td>PD 202 </td><td> Professional Development II</td></tr> <tr><td>PD 214 </td><td> AS / AAS / BS / Diploma Internship Preparation</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>Upon graduation, you should have accumulated the business and technical competencies that you need to pursue entry-level careers in technology management. In addition, you could seek careers specific to your technical associate degree or a technical discipline you may have elected as a minor. Areas in which you might seek employment include business, manufacturing and industrial production, medical and health services, or hospitality management. </p> <p>Your employment options could include positions such as: </p> <ul><li>Project Manager </li><li>First-Line Supervisor </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>If you would like a broader understanding of technology fundamentals and processes, you could study for a master's degree in the field. A master's degree could be required for advancement within certain fields. Below are some examples of relevant graduate programs: </p> <ul><li>Master of Business Administration in Technology Management </li><li>Master of Science in Technology Management </li><li>Master of Science in Information Technology </li><li>Master of Business Administration in IT Management</li></ul>