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From web-based training to technical editing, learn how to effectively communicate in today’s rapidly changing environment. This Graduate Certificate in Technical Communication Essentials is offered by NJIT. The curriculum focuses primarily on written communication, but also includes looks at usability and information literacy in technology. Courses cover:

• Professional editing
• Content management
• Visual design

Combine communication and technology with this online MS in Professional & Technical Communication. You’ll learn from an outcome-based perspective and use theory to reach a broad range of audiences in today’s technical environment. At NJIT, leadership and management skills are integrated into this curriculum to prepare you for significant roles within your organization. Subject matter covered in this online communication master’s include:

• Elements of visual design
• Communication theory and research
• Identity, technology and communication

The online Graduate Certificate in Business and Information Systems Implementation is ideal for those looking to become systems consultants, systems analysts, project managers, and development team leaders.  Students learn information about technologies, practices, delivery of data content, and applications with program curriculum specifically focused on the role of information systems in organizations, basic Java constructs and syntax, and management information systems.  Two specialized tracks are available, Information Systems Implementation and Business and Information Systems.

The online Graduate Certificate in Construction Management is designed for those who wish to become managers in the construction industry and also equips students for jobs in general contracting, mechanical and electrical contracting, highway building construction, and construction management.  Students study the legal aspects of environmental engineering, ethical and intellectual property issues, and construction management.  Courses also introduce or build upon previous knowledge and skills in financial planning, cost estimating, facility maintenance, and project control.

The online Graduate Certificate in Management Essentials will equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully apply business concepts to solve problems and analyze business models. Shared business cases are accessible throughout the program, and students can view material they have completed for review. Students will learn essential leadership and management skills to enhance career success upon graduation.

Class topics include, but are not limited to:

• Information systems principles
• Corporate finance
• Global market competition
• Management accounting

The online graduate certificate program can lead to careers in various fields such as health services management, finance, and business operations. Graduates will have a competitive advantage in the workforce upon completion of the program. It is a solid educational investment for a business student’s career goals.

The online Graduate Certificate in Management of Technology prepares graduates with the skills and knowledge needed to manage change in organizations from the influence of new technologies.  The program focuses on the fundamentals of business and management and the development and implementation of new technologies.  Courses cover managing budgets, MIS plans, computer operations, mainframes, managing digital technologies, e-commerce technologies, and other terms and concepts needed to be successful managers of technology and its influence in local and global organizations.

The online Graduate Certificate in Project Management expands knowledge and skills in project management as it relates to engineering management with the curriculum centered around learning the fundamentals of project implementations and how to estimate, budget, and control capital investments.  Courses include Project Control, Cost Estimating for Capital Projects, Project Management, Construction Management, and Legal Aspects in Construction Management.  Students wishing to continue their studies can apply all credits earned from the certificate program toward obtaining the MS in Engineering Management.

The online Graduate Certificate in Social Media Essentials is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed in marketing and the knowledge needed to grow competencies in information design, new technologies, and communication.  Students learn how to use tagging, wiki, podcasting, tweeting, and blogging appropriately and gain an understanding of the relationship between design, communication, and technology.  Courses also teach concepts such as ethnographic field studies, card sorting, affinity diagramming, and contextual inquiry.

Increase technical and managerial skills with the online Master of Science in Business and Information Systems. Students will transform data into business applications to make informed decisions in an organization. Courses focus on designing, developing, and implementing databases to support management operations.

The MS in computer information systems may lead to careers such as:

• Logistics Specialist
• Consulting Analyst
• Advanced Repair Agent

The online MS in business and information systems can pave the way for success in the business field. The program offers dedicated faculty and an engaging curriculum. Graduates will have the professional skills necessary to achieve success in the industry. The online master’s degree program can open the door to rewarding careers in business and information systems.

Executive and management positions await graduates of the Master of Science in Management program. Business and technical training combine to offer an exceptional education.

Areas of instruction include, but are not limited to:

• Web systems
• Media
• Financial technology
• Global project management

Completing the MS in management program can help facilitate a smooth transition from an employee to a managerial position. Part-time students may finish in two years, while full-time students may finish in one. The flexibility of the online program is beneficial for the working professional.

Learn about market trends, customer activity and organizational processes with this online Graduate Certificate in Data Mining. You can enhance your professional skill set, prepare for a management position, or pursue new opportunities with this certificate. The information you acquire will enable you to use data for strategic leverage within your organization. At NJIT, this online data mining curriculum focuses on:

• Relational database technology
• Conceptual modeling
• Principles of design for information-retrieval

You can work in a wide range of industries using the information you garner in this online Graduate Certificate in Information Security. At NJIT, this program focuses on teaching you how to protect information and systems from internet threats. You’ll also learn management techniques and leadership skills, as you progress through this curriculum which covers:

• Auditing computer security
• Fraud detection
• Wireless network security

With IT budgets and hardware acquisition constantly on the rise, organizations seek professionals who have a balance of management skills and technical savvy. You can become one of these sought-after employees who can help organizations use technology effectively to improve productivity and communication. At NJIT, you’ll learn the latest trends and practices to support and protect the IT environment. Concepts usually studied are:

• Host server systems
• Security risks
• Network architecture and protocol

It is one thing to have everything networked and secured. It is quite another to make sure that all facets of that network are communicating properly and unified. This online Graduate Certificate in Network Security & Information Assurance addresses this issue. In addition to the knowledge how to secure networks and fight off any threats, you’ll learn leadership and management skills as well at NJIT. Subjects covered in this online network security certificate include:

• Audit, control, and security issues
• Security applications
• Network management techniques
• Standards of network management

With the largest computer science department in the NY metropolitan area, NJIT offers an online MS in Computer Science that will pack a punch. As a hallmark of the graduate school, this advanced degree will prepare you for success, as you learn to solve industry problems with computing solutions. You’ll learn design, development and implementation, along with theory and application. Areas of specialization offered may include:

• Bioinformatics
• Computer Networking & Security
• Database & Data Mining
• Image Processing & Pattern Recognition
• Software Engineering

Learn how to forge data and systems together, with this online MSIS from NJIT. You’ll learn how to make an impact with data that can influence performance and organizational strategy. No matter what industry you’d like to work within, this advanced degree will give you the skills to collect, organize, discover trends, and create solutions using data. Areas of specialization include, but are not limited to:

• Healthcare Informatics
• User Experience Design
• Web Systems
• Business Decision Making

Gain the skills to jump into management and learn how to support and secure your company’s systems infrastructure with this online MS in IT Administration & Security. At NJIT, this advanced program focuses on both hardware and software, while teaching you skills that prepare you for leadership roles within your organization. Examples of these roles include:

• Enterprise application administrator
• Database administrator
• Web services administrator
• IT manager

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Science is primarily designed for secondary school teachers who want to strengthen their backgrounds in science, business, computing, engineering, architecture, and/or technical communication. Students may choose from multiple tracks. Those teaching AP (Advanced Placement) courses in secondary schools will benefit substantially from the certificate courses.

Enroll in this master's in STEM education online degree and advance professional opportunities. This program was developed within the NJIT College of Science and Liberal Arts. It is intended for secondary educators to improve technology in the classroom.   

The main goal of the degree is to “educate the educators” in a concentrated science field at a high level. Learn to apply current instructional design tools in that science field and then bring this knowledge back to the classroom on your own. In addition, courses, taught by faculty with expertise in technical writing and instructional design, provide a wide range of leadership and management skills along with skills in technology use in the classroom and digital instruction essentials. However, by no means is the program exclusive to educators.

Advance your knowledge, and along with it your career, with this online chemical engineering degree. Learn to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems with this degree that teaches a wide range of skills. You will learn to apply principles of science, statistics, and mathematics to solve these problems. The curriculum teaches students to use advanced machine learning models, data mining, and cloud computing along with data science and machine learning in Python. Graduates are able to develop and conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, and use this to establish goals, plan tasks, provide leadership, and create a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Climb the career ladder with this online electrical engineering degree. Prepare for a career working with energy and power. This program is about energy technology and management. You will gain leadership and management skills as you study: 

• Power system steady-state analysis of power system networks
• Digital computer techniques to solve power system problems
• Transient performance of power systems
• Energy accounting control and economic theories

Experts in this field are in increasing demand, especially with the growing importance of developing new, clean, and more efficient energy resources and technologies.

Gain advanced knowledge with this online software engineering degree. Prepare for a career in the important and growing field of computers and software. This program examines modern techniques and methods used in the development and the life cycle of larger software systems. Learn to manage database systems as an essential organizational resource. Graduates are ready to design, develop, maintain, test, and evaluate software and systems that make computers or anything containing software work.

Enjoy flexibility with this online civil engineering degree. This program offers a general degree along with several specializations. These specializations are: 

• Construction Engineering and Management
• Environmental Engineering, Water Quality Program
• Environmental Engineering Integrated Site Remediation
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Transportation Engineering

The degree is designed specifically for those wishing to enhance their knowledge and skills in civil engineering. It can be used as a pathway to an adjacent industry, such as business or law, as well.

This online electrical engineering degree is designed for students who want to strengthen their command of the latest techniques/methodologies in electrical engineering, develop the technological and creative-thinking skills necessary to deliver innovative solutions to real-world electrical engineering challenges and cultivate the professional development tools needed to become a leader/manager in a world of increasing technological complexity. The curriculum is customizable. You can take courses in other engineering, computer science, or management majors. Focus on such areas as:

• Communications, signal processing, and microwave
• Computer networking
• Computer architecture
• Solid state
• VLSI and Electro-optics systems

This degree is flexible but also supportive. Engineering experts teach students in an environment that is committed to being productive and supportive.

Gain the knowledge and skills needed to pursue managerial roles in any workplace, national and global, with this online engineering management degree. All courses provide a background in theoretical and practical aspects of managing technical and engineering projects. Courses cover such topics as:

• Organization and people management
• Cost management
• Systems management

You will use case studies, role-playing, and projects to supplement course information.  

Projects and theses are optional electives.

Climb the career ladder with this online industrial engineering degree. This field involves designing and implementing analytical solutions to problems that arise in the management of systems. You will learn to apply the principles of mathematical modeling, production planning and control, quality engineering, engineering statistics, and operations research to these problems. Learn to address the efficient utilization of resources to produce quality, cost-competitive goods and services in a healthy and organized work environment.  

Customize the program by choosing one of these areas of specialization:

• Quality Systems Engineering
• Supply Chain and Logistics
• Operations Research
• Service System Engineering

Prepare to make a difference, not only in your own life but also in the world with this online systems engineering degree. Take your place in a field that helps secure the planet’s future. You will learn to sustainably transform renewable resources into usable energy using a combination of management and technical skills. Graduates are ready to develop environmentally clean alternate energy sources, protecting the environment and helping to meet the growing demand for conventional energy sources. 

This online systems engineering degree curriculum combines multiple disciplines and educational and real-world learning experiences. Learn concepts in the transient performance of power systems, the protection of power systems, the analysis of power systems networks, and how to use computer techniques to solve power problems.

The online Certificate in Pharmaceutical Management program focuses on drug development, the drug manufacturing process, and drug dosage formulation while emphasizing financial management and other aspects of pharmaceutical business.  The curriculum also provides knowledge of FDA requirements and the methodologies used to comply with these requirements.  Courses include Principles of Pharmaceutical Engineering, Validation and Regulatory Issues in the Pharmaceutical Industry, Project Management, and Total Quality Management.