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Computer Information Systems / Human Computer Interaction - Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems program is designed to prepare you with the technical and business skills to use technology to help people and organizations as you advance your career in information technology--the fastest-growing sector in the economy, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Gain the knowledge to work collaboratively within your organization to analyze and evaluate information processing needs and construct solutions from an ever-changing set of technologies.
In the Human Computer Interaction concentration, you will use information systems to explore key aspects of human thinking and determine how that knowledge can be applied to the design of effective user interfaces. Acquire a variety of techniques for prototyping, assessing, and improving user interfaces, and select and apply a variety of tools for computer-mediated human communication.
Courses in the CIS / Human Computer Interaction BS Degree program include:
- Human Factors
- HCI Evaluation Methods
- User Interface Development
- Computer-Mediated Communications
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Computer Information Systems / Information Systems Security - Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems program is designed to prepare you with the technical and business skills to use technology to help people and organizations as you advance your career in information technology--the fastest-growing sector in the economy, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Gain the knowledge to work collaboratively within your organization to analyze and evaluate information processing needs and construct solutions from an ever-changing set of technologies.
In the Information Systems Security concentration, you will study the core technical concepts of information systems security as well as their legal and social implications. Learn to analyze security and privacy issues in real-world cases, and select appropriate techniques to minimize risks and respond to security breaches.
Courses in the CIS / Information Systems Security BS Degree program include:
- Information Security and Privacy
- Information Security Techniques I
- Information Security Techniques II
- Computer Forensics
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Computer Information Systems / Online Work and Communities- Bachelor of Science
In the Online Work and Communities concentration, you will explore systems and technologies that support communication and collaboration among groups of people for professional, educational, and social purposes. Learn how to evaluate and select tools suitable for a range of applications.
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems program is designed to prepare you with the technical and business skills to use technology to help people and organizations as you advance your career in information technology--the fastest-growing sector in the economy, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Gain the knowledge to work collaboratively within your organization to analyze and evaluate information processing needs and construct solutions from an ever-changing set of technologies.
Courses in the CIS / Online Work and Communities BS Degree program include:
- Computer-Mediated Communications
- E-Learning Concepts and Systems
- Computer-Supported Collaborative Work
- Web 2.0 Systems and Applications
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Computer Information Systems / New Media Communication Technologies - Bachelor of Science
Technological advances in new media have created unique opportunities to connect with a variety of internal and external audiences in exciting ways. In this concentration, learn how blogging, wiki technologies, social networks, and other novel channels of communication can help you reach your global markets. Use these new media tools to help you and your organization gain advantages and improve outcomes.
Courses in the CIS / New Media Communication Technologies BS Degree program include:
- New Media and Global Communications
- Computer-Mediated Communications
- Web 2.0 Systems and Applications
- New Media Design
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Computer Information Systems / Self Designed - Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems program is designed to prepare you with the technical and business skills to use technology to help people and organizations as you advance your career in information technology--the fastest-growing sector in the economy, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Gain the knowledge to work collaboratively within your organization to analyze and evaluate information processing needs and construct solutions from an ever-changing set of technologies.
In the Self-Designed program, you will customize your learning experience by choosing any four courses from the other B.S. in Computer Information Systems concentrations.
Courses in the CIS / Self Designed BS Degree program include:
- Database Management Systems
- Requirements Analysis
- Object-Oriented Design
- Information Systems Project Management
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Criminal Justice / Computer Information Systems & Security - Bachelor of Science
The B.S. in Criminal Justice - Computer Information Systems and Security program is designed to help you gain the skills and knowledge to prepare for a career in law enforcement, the justice system, corrections, homeland security, and social services. The program blends contemporary theory on the nature, extent, and cause of crime with the study of national and international criminal justice practices. Learning is supported through coursework and a final capstone project. Plus, the program uses the latest interactive media, including lifelike, computer-generated scenarios from crime scenes. Our curriculum is based on the recommendations of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. The program can help prepare you to become a more effective social change agent in criminal justice organizations at the local, state, federal, or international levels.
This concentration will help you: understand the technology infrastructure that underlies information systems, gain access to key Internet services and applications, and learn to prevent information security network attacks.
Courses in the Criminal Justice / Computer Information Systems & Security BS Degree program include:
- Information Technology Infrastructure
- Internet Computing
- Information Security and Privacy
- Information Security Techniques I & II
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Health Informatics - Master of Science
With increased attention on reducing health care costs, increasing access to quality care and improving the quality of health care services, the role of health informatics is being recognized as a critical component of health care reform. Through Walden's M.S. in Health Informatics, you can gain the skills and training you need to integrate advanced digital technologies into the field of health care and use electronic data to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of healthcare services. Learn to apply health informatics to improve the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of disease and to reduce the occurrences of medical errors.
Courses in the Healthcare Informatics MS Degree program include:
- Nature, Structure, and Representation of Health Information
- Quality Assessment and Improvement
- Leadership, Organizational Behavior, and Change Management
- Health Care Information Technology Business and Finance
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Information Systems Management / Business Information Management - Master of Science
In the Business Information Management specialization, students learn key approaches to integrating enterprise-wide information to support business strategy and decision-making. They examine and apply techniques for inference and discovery in large data sets as well as for data acquisition, storage, data mining, text mining, and data retrieval and analysis.
Courses in the ISM / Business Information Management MS Degree program include:
- Information Systems Project Management
- Service and Sourcing Management
- Data Warehousing and Business IntelligenceI>
- Business Analytics and Data Mining
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Information Systems Management / Enterprise Information Security - Master of Science
Gain an understanding of the fundamental issues and techniques in information systems security. Develop a thorough understanding of information security issues and the importance of keeping systems safe from tampering and disclosure. Identify management structures and processes for enterprise information security and the legal, regulatory, audit, and policy issues surrounding security.
Courses in the ISM / Enterprise Information Security MS Degree program include:
- Information Systems Project Management
- Service and Sourcing Management
- Information Security Challenges and Solutions
- Information Security Governance
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Information Systems Management / Global Software & Supply Chains- Master of Science
Organize development projects in the global service marketplace, based on key considerations and best practices in outsourced and offshore development. Analyze the most important issues and practices for both clients and service providers, including legal, economic, cultural, and intellectual property issues; IT and business process outsourcing; global human resources; service supply chain management; and governance and client relationship management.
Courses in the ISM / Global Software & Supply Chains MS Degree program include:
- Information Systems Project Management
- Service and Sourcing Management
- Global Information Systems Development
- Global Services Management
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Information Systems Management / IT Strategy and Governance- Master of Science
Develop and implement business strategies that give your organization a competitive advantage. Understand the current competitive environment and forecast future changes that could affect your organization. Align information systems with corporate strategy to boost your organization's effectiveness.
Courses in the ISM / IT Strategy and Governance MS Degree program include:
- Information Systems Project Management
- Service and Sourcing Management
- Business Strategy for Competitive Advantage
- IT Governance
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Leadership / Innovation & Technology - Master of Science
Link business strategy with innovation with the Innovation and Technology specialization. Learn to leverage technology and analyze emerging technologies to achieve competitive advantages in the global marketplace. Examine strategies to nurture innovation and cultivate technology development. Understand the management challenges in technology-based businesses, including aligning business needs with technology solutions, identifying new applications for technology, and managing processes to ensure technology solutions enhance an organization's competitive position.
Courses in the Leadership / Innovation & Technology MS Degree program include:
- Taking the Long View: Systems Thinking and Tools for Sustainability
- Innovation and Technology
- Applications in Technology
- Advanced Technology
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