<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>As a student of the Master of Science in Information Technology program at NCU, you have the opportunity to study a broad range of topics that can help you prepare for a technology leadership career. You can explore current technology tools and trends as well as learn about strategies for project management, contingency planning, and identifying information security risks. You'll be able to choose from a variety of specialization courses to customize your degree to meet your career goals; courses are available in areas like cybersecurity, IT project management, data science, and information systems. The program concludes with a capstone course. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>Before entering the Master of Science in Information Technology program, prospective students may already have basic computer knowledge or experience. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills could also be useful. All applicants to National University's graduate programs should have already earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution; some programs have additional requirements. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>To graduate from this program, you must complete 30 credit hours. Twelve credits will be from required foundational courses, 15 credits will be from specialization courses, and three credits will be from a capstone project. </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td><b>Required Foundational Courses</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>TIM 5001</td><td>Changing Times: Managing Technology &amp; Innovation in the 21st Century</td></tr> <tr><td>TIM 5010</td><td>Computer Networks &amp; Mobile Computing</td></tr> <tr><td>TIM 5020</td><td>Databases &amp; Business Intelligence</td></tr> <tr><td>TIM 5030</td><td>Managing Risk, Security, &amp; Privacy in Information Systems</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Recommended Specialization Courses</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>TIM 6601</td><td> IT Project Management</td></tr> <tr><td>TIM 6410</td><td>Cloud Computing</td></tr> <tr><td>TIM 6420</td><td>Data Warehousing &amp; Decision Support</td></tr> <tr><td>TIM 6301</td><td>Principles of Cybersecurity</td></tr> <tr><td>TIM 6430</td><td>Systems Analysis &amp; Design</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Capstone Course</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td> TIM 6010 </td><td>Strategic Management of Technology &amp; Innovation</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterGraduation">What Could I Do After Graduation?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>Once you have completed NCU's Master of Science in Information Technology program, you could possess the knowledge and skills needed for IT leadership or management positions in a variety of businesses, including private companies, government agencies, technical consulting firms, or nonprofit organizations. Some of the job titles you may be able to consider include: </p> <ul><li>Network administrator </li><li>Information systems analyst </li><li>Cloud administrator </li><li>Computer security director </li><li>Database manager</li></ul>