Program Overview

  • Duration

    1 Year (Self-Paced)

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    10

  • Total Credit Hours

    60

The Information Technology program at Hudson Bay University prepares students for the rapidly evolving field of IT. Our curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including network administration, cybersecurity, database management, and cloud computing. Students learn to harness technology to solve real-world problems and drive digital transformation. Whether you aspire to become an IT manager, network specialist, or cybersecurity expert, our program provides the knowledge and skills to thrive in this dynamic sector.

TECHNICAL FOUNDATION AND PROGRAMMING PROFICIENCY:

The College of Computer Science is designed to establish a strong technical foundation and proficiency in programming. Students start by building a solid understanding of computer science fundamentals and gain hands-on experience in coding and software development. This technical base prepares students for a successful career in the ever-evolving world of technology.


INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS AND TECH COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

Beyond the classroom, our Computer Sciences program places a significant emphasis on fostering industry connections and involvement in the tech community. Students have opportunities to participate in hackathons, tech conferences, and internships with leading tech companies. These experiences not only enhance their technical skills but also provide valuable insights into the tech industry.


GLOBAL TECH INNOVATION AND COLLABORATIONS:

The College of Computer Science at Hudson Bay University is committed to fostering global tech innovation and promoting collaborative ventures. Our curriculum incorporates international perspectives in technology and encourages students to work on projects with global reach. Additionally, we offer study abroad programs and collaborate with tech professionals from around the world, enabling students to gain a global perspective on computer sciences.

In this course, students delve into information technology, studying hardware, software, networks, and IT management. They gain a comprehensive understanding of the field.


This course explores the field of computer science, covering programming, algorithms, and data structures. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of the discipline.


This course introduces students to computing concepts, including computer organization, operating systems, and software development. They study the core principles of computing.


This course focuses on IT project management, covering project planning, execution, and control. Students learn project management methodologies and best practices.


In this course, students learn network management principles, including network design, security, and optimization. They gain skills for managing and maintaining networks.

Focuses on database management principles, including data modeling, query optimization, and database administration. Students learn to design, implement, and manage databases.


Gain an introduction to information technology, its components, and its impact on modern society. Explore emerging technologies and their influence on businesses and individuals.


Delve into ethical considerations in information technology. Explore issues related to privacy, security, and intellectual property. Develop ethical decision-making skills.


Covers advanced programming techniques, data structures, and software development. Students work on complex coding projects and develop problem-solving skills.


Delve into broadcast journalism, covering news reporting and storytelling techniques for radio and television. Gain practical experience in writing and delivering news stories.

Cost of Attendance

Tuition Fee Breakdown Cost
MASTER'S DEGREE (MCS) $27,000
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $27,000
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At Hudson Bay University, we believe in where affordability meets opportunity. Our commitment to accessible education ensures that quality learning doesn't come with a hefty price tag. We open the doors to knowledge, offering students the chance to thrive without the burden of overwhelming tuition fees, empowering them for a brighter future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's Degree or equiv. international education

Credit Hours

60

Course Duration

1 Year (Self-Paced)

Courses Offered

10

Information Technology (CS-058)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managing Information Technology
     Information Technology Strategic Importance
     Information Technology Planning
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Customer Service
     Hardware And Software Trends
     Trends In System Architecture And Programming Technology
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Modern Telecommunications Systems
     Data Communication Networks
     More On Data Communication Networks
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Development And Acquisition Alternatives
     Managing E-Business Applications
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Availability
     Managing E-Business Network Systems

Computer Science (CS-392)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Computer Skills
     What The Digerati Know: Exploring The Human-Computer Interface
     Making The Connection: The Basics Of Networking
     Marking Up With Html: A Hypertext Markup Language Primer
     Locating Information On The World Wide Web
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Searching For Guinea Pig B: Case Study In Online Research  
     An Introduction To Debugging  
     Bits And The Why Of Bytes: Representing Information Digitally
     Following Instructions: Principles Of Computer Operation
     Algorithmic Thinking
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Sound, Light, Magic: Representing Multimedia Digitally
     Computers In Polite Society: Social Implications Of It
     Privacy And Digital Security
     Fill-In-The-Blank Computing: The Basics Of Spreadsheets
     Advanced Spreadsheets For Planning
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     A Table With A View: Introduction To Database Concepts
     I-Diary: A Case Study In Database Organization
     Fundamental Concepts Expressed In Javascript
     A Javascript Program
     Thinking Big: Programming Functions
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Iteration Principles
     The Smooth Motion: Case Study Algorithmic Problem Solving
     Computers Can Do Almost {Everything, Nothing}: Limits To Computation
     Click To Close: A Fluency Summary

Computing Concepts (CS-417)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Computing
     Language
     Programming
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Problems And Procedures
     Data
     Machines
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Cost
     Sorting
     Searching
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Mutation
     Objects
     Interpreters
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Cloud Computing
     Grid Computing

IT Project Management (CS-605)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Project Management
     Program And Project Portfolio Management
     The Project Management And Information Technology
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Project Phases And Project Life Cycle
     The Context Of Information Technology Projects
     Project Integration Management, Strategic Planning Project Selection
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Developing A Project Management Plan And Project Execution
     Monitoring, Controlling Project Work And Change Control
     Project Scope Management
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Project Time Management
     Project Cost Management
     Project Quality Management
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Project Communications Management
     Managing Project Risk

Network Management (CS-883)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Networks
     Network Design Essentials
     Variations Of The Major Topologies
     Networking Media Tangible Media
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Networking Media Intangible Media
     Network Interface Cards
     Making Networks Work
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Network Communications And Protocols
     Access Methods
     Network Architectures
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Understanding Internet Protocol
     Working With Networking Services
     Wide Area Networks
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Other Network Services Applications
     Network Administration Support
     Network Infrastructures And Network Security

Database Management (COS-190)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Database Environment
     The Database Development Process
     Modeling Data In The Organization
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Enhanced E-R Model And Business Rules
     Logical Database Design And The Relational Model
     Physical Database Design And Performance
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Sql
     Advanced Sql
     The Client/Server Database Environment
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Internet Database Environment
     Data Warehousing
     Data And Database Administration
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Distributed Databases
     Object-Oriented Data Modeling
     Object-Oriented Database Development

Management Information Systems (ITE-316)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Information Systems
     Information Systems For Competitive Advantage
     Using Information Technology To Engage In Electronic Commerce
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     System Users And Developers
     Computing And Communications Resources
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Database Management Systems
     Systems Development
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Information In Action
     Information Security
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethical Implications Of Information Technology
     Decision Support Systems

Information Technology Management (ITE-596)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction
     It Strategy
     Strategic Alignment Maturity
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Role Of The Cio
     It Processes
     Planning-Related It Processes
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managing Emerging Technologies
     Organizing It
     Human Resource Considerations
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Management Of Change
     It Governance
     It Business Communications
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Measuring, Reporting, And Controlling
     Assessing The Value Of It

Advanced Programming (COS-740)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To .Net And Visual C++ .Net
     Introduction To The Visual Studio .Net Ide
     Introduction To Visual C++ .Net Programming
     Control Statements: Part 1
     Control Statements: Part 2
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Functions
     Arrays
     Object-Based Programming
     Object-Oriented Programming: Inheritance
     Object-Oriented Programming: Polymorphism
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Exception Handling
     Graphical User Interface Concepts: Part 1
     Graphical User Interface Concepts: Part 2
     Multithreading
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Strings, Characters And Regular Expressions
     Graphics And Multimedia
     Files And Streams
     Extensible Markup Language (Xml)
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Database, Sql And Ado .Net
     Web Services
     Networking: Streams Based Sockets And Datagrams
     Introduction. Self-Referential Classes. Linked Lists. Stacks. Queues. Trees. Collection Classes.

Operating Systems Design (ITE-824)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     What Is An Operating System?
     Hardware
     Software And Data
     Linking The Hardware Components
     The User Interface, The File System, And The Iocs
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Resource Management
     Ms-Dos Commands
     The Microsoft Windows User Interface
     The Unix/Linux User Interface
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Intel Architecture
     Ms-Dos Internals
     Windows Xp Internals
     Unixand Linux Internals
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Macintosh Os X Internals
     Mvs Internals
     Data Communication And Networks
     The Internet And The World Wide Web
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Client/Server Information Systems
     Windows 2003 Server
     Linux Networking.
     Novell Netware