Advances in technology are continual, accelerating, and impacting business like never before.
This creates a challenge for businesses. Whereas Information Technology (IT) used to be a support function within the business providing a technology infrastructure, going forward IT must also be a driver of business strategy and growth. So the question becomes: Do leaders residing in the technical areas of the organization have the requisite business knowledge and strategic skills to successfully drive the organization into the future?
With its debut in Fall 2022 and its first cohort now underway, the Graduate Certificate in IT Business Strategy offers information technology professionals a one-of-a-kind opportunity that will develop their business acumen and strengthen their leadership skills in an ever-changing business landscape. IT is no longer seen as a support unit but is the engine that drives a company's strategy.
In order to be considered for admission to this graduate-level program, the following is required of applicants:
In addition, candidates applying for this program should have 5-7+ years of relevant business experience in Information Technology-related jobs, with increasing levels of experience, including management and project oversight responsibilities. Candidates should also possess demonstrable skills and experience in implementing strategies and deployments within their discipline.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited higher education institution before the program begins
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in the last degree earned
- Completed program application, applicant interview, and sponsor interview process
In addition, candidates applying for this program should have 5-7+ years of relevant business experience in Information Technology-related jobs, with increasing levels of experience, including management and project oversight responsibilities. Candidates should also possess demonstrable skills and experience in implementing strategies and deployments within their discipline.