Program Details
The Master of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Informatics is an online computer information systems degree for those seeking career advancement and/or to prepare for certification. This degree provides a strong foundation in the major categories of IT management so you can take this in whatever direction best suits you. As you prepare for your future through a combination of theories, real-world applications, and practical skills, you will develop advanced skills in:
- Networking
- Security
- Software Development
- Databases
- Web Design
- IT Acquisitions
Students will learn to apply legal, ethical, and privacy considerations to information assurance decisions while also mastering techniques for relational database design, query optimization, concurrency control, recovery, and integrity. All students have the opportunity to build a website with at least five different media/interactive components. By the time you complete this degree, designed with input from top employers in the field, you will be prepared to move forward in Informatics.
Learning Pace
Institution-PacedLearning Schedule
Asynchronous% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
University of Maryland Global Campus is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeAdmission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s)