Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

The Associate of Arts with a concentration* in Information Technology/Database Development program at University of Phoenix? is designed to introduce students to all aspects of database management, including security, reporting, backup and recovery. Area of concentration courses provide introductory and advanced instruction in business systems development, desktop database software, Structured Query Language (SQL), programming methods and database administration. Students are provided with hands-on learning experiences in database design and installation. The curriculum also includes required courses and electives in humanities, social sciences, physical sciences and communication arts.

What Are the Prerequisites?

A basic understanding of computers and computer systems is important. Previous courses that have developed some computer technical skills can be helpful, but are not required. Applicants to University of Phoenix programs should have a high school diploma or GED.

What Are the Course Requirements?

The University of Phoenix Associate of Arts with a concentration in Information Technology/Database Development program requires the completion 60 total credits. This total includes 42 credits in general Associate of Arts degree requirements and 18 credits in the area of concentration. Nine-week courses are taken in pairs or blocks. The program is offered in two tracks. Track A is for students with 24 or more transfer credits and Track B is for students with less than 24 transfer credits. Track B students follow the University of Phoenix First-Year Sequence.

Information Technology/Database Development Concentration Courses

• IT 205: Management of Information Systems
• IT 210: Fundamentals of Programming with Algorithms and Logic
• IT 260: Intro to Desktop Databases
• IT 261: Advanced Desktop Databases
• IT 264: Introduction to SQL

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Advanced Degrees

Completion of the Associate of Arts with a concentration in Information Technology/Database Development program could prepare you for entry-level positions in business computer network, systems, or database management. Some graduates may want to seek further education; in these cases, you might pursue a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology.

Degrees with concentration areas that might be of interest to graduates of the Associate of Arts with a concentration in Information Technology/Database Development program include:

• Bachelor or Arts with a concentration in Information Technology/Database Administration
• Bachelor or Arts with a concentration in Information Technology/Business Systems Analysis
• Bachelor or Arts with a concentration in Information Technology/Information Systems Security

*Maryland residents completing this program will earn an Associate of Arts with an emphasis in Information Technology/Database Development.