Online Graduate, Undergraduate, and Certificate Programs in business, education, information technology, and project management
Online Graduate, Undergraduate, and Certificate Programs in business, education, information technology, and project management Online Graduate, Undergraduate, and Certificate Programs in business, education, information technology, and project management Online Graduate, Undergraduate, and Certificate Programs in business, education, information technology, and project management
 
 

 

Manager of Information Systems Certificate

For students who wish to engage in focused study of information systems without pursuing a degree, Aspen offers a Manager of Information Systems Certificate. This program introduces core technologies associated with technical analysis, design, development, implementation, and management of information systems. Students examine innovative technologies and develop an information management and eBusiness strategy.

Four courses are required for the Manager of Information Systems Certificate:

Management of Information Systems
Information Systems Strategic Planning
eBusiness
Intranets

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Online Interactive course schedule.
  • Students may also start anytime in the Online Independent method. Visit the FAQ page to learn more about our course delivery methods.

Course Descriptions:


515-Management of Information Systems
In this course, students gain valuable insight into the planning, organizing, and controlling of user services, as well as the management of the information systems development process. The course also examines organizational learning curves, dealing with vendors, budgeting, accounting, management reporting, and legal considerations of information systems.


525-Information Systems Strategic Planning
Information systems are an integral part of corporate operations. This course examines guidelines for developing an information systems plan, selecting systems projects, assessing current systems, and planning future systems expansion that supports organizational growth.


685-eBusiness
The Internet and related technologies pose enormous opportunities for developing new business models and significant threats to existing models. Information Professionals must be prepared to recognize opportunities and overcome challenges posed by the electronic economy. This course defines the core elements of developing an eBusiness strategy, including branding, competitive analysis, technology assessment, business method models, and preparing for emerging trends. Course assignments involve extensive case studies and online research using the latest e-tools. Students collaborate to create a prototype eBusiness venture.


695-Intranets
This course develops students' essential skills and knowledge for designing and managing Intranets, i.e. internal Web (TCP/IP-based) networks. Students will learn how the Internet model applies to business, how developments in technology have made Intranets possible, and the impact they may have for organizations in the future. Students will also examine the role of extranets in business-to-business (B2B) transactions. Students will examine the key security considerations that allow a company to protect, yet use, its business knowledge.

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Total Program Cost (Four courses):

Tuition ($900.00 per course)

$3600.00

Books and course materials (estimated)

$800.00

Approximate Total Program Cost:

$4400.00
   
Note: Students paying for the entire program (four courses) before commencement receive a discount of 20% off the tuition of the program. Select "Manager of Information Systems Certificate Program" on the online enrollment.

 

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