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Designed to facilitate personal and professional success, this course introduces the student to the purposes and processes of the university.An emphasis is placed on study, communication and thinking skills that support academic achievement.

h is course emphasizes the use of accounting by managers in a business environment. Topics covered include accounting concepts, internal control, current assets, noncurrent assets, liabilities, and equity. h e course is specii cally designed for nonaccounting majors, and emphasis is placed on accounting areas affecting business owners and managers.

This course reviews the complete accounting cycle and the creation and management of accounting information for business entities.

This course includes analysis and study of macroeconomic theory, principles and practice.

Business math presents math skills and knowledge that students can apply to solve financial problems

This course will give students an introductory overview of management theory, management functions, organizational structure, daily management responsibilities, ethics, and current management tools and resources. Theoretical concepts will be illustrated with practical application to real-world management problems and scenarios.

This course emphasizes how accounting information can be used to aid management in planning business activities, controlling operations, and making decisions that promote profitability and sustainability. Topics covered include financial statement analysis, budgeting, cost behavior, cost-volume-profit analysis, variance analysis, balanced scorecard, and relevant cost analysis in the decision-making process.

This course explores human behavior in organizations. Students examine individual behavior, attitudes, personality, values, perception, and emotions and how these affect organization outcomes. The course also looks at the theories, concepts, and application of motivation, as well as the importance of stress management and professional ethics and etiquette. Students gain an understanding and appreciation for communication processes, channels, and styles. They also gain a set of organizational design tools.

This course explores how an organization collects and interprets information about the marketplace to develop effective strategies. It covers the use of statistical and analytical techniques used to measure and predict consumer behavior, assist product and service developers, guide sales or service management decisions, and evaluate marketing initiatives. The use of the Internet in marketing research is an integral part of the course.

This Course Studies Business Process Analysis Through The Business Process Management (bpm) Model. Topics Include Bpm Phase Steps, Outputs In Relation To The Model As A Whole, And The Roles Of The Essential Elements That Define The Model Universe: Leadership, Project Management, And People Change Management. Common Risks And Mitigation Strategies Will Be Assessed Throughout The Course Of Study.

This course examines the major economic factors that affect business decision making. This course will focus on microeconomics, macroeconomics, and international trade. Students will learn applications of economic principles.

This course gives students practical job experience in the field of business. Students will arrange an externship working in a management position with a cooperating employer. The externship provides students an opportunity to learn about a business management career field through practical, real-world experiences and mentoring from a business professional. This experience will enrich their business and management skills and provide a better understanding of the level of expertise needed to be successful in their career. Externships must be preapproved by the Dean prior to the start of the term. Students who fail this course on the first attempt may not reenroll in this course without approval of the Dean.

Th is course covers current topics in network security such as threat detection and response methods. Introductory topics, such as proxy servers, firewalls, and other threat detection and protection methods, will be discussed. This course is designed, among other things, to provide the student with the requisite knowledge to sit for the Comp TIA Security+ certification examination. While the course may provide the student with the knowledge necessary to sit for the examination, Kaplan University cannot guarantee the student’s eligibility either to take this exam or become certified.

This course explores the concepts and purpose of information technology infrastructure. Emphasis is placed on expanding the student’s knowledge of computer networks and data transmissions and applying those concepts to an organization’s technology requirements.

An introduction to the preparation and analysis of financial statements, Specific topics include the accounting model, general purpose financial statements and accounting for assets, liabilities, and equity.

The essence of the field of security is to protect the assets of the employer or client and to prevent and control losses. Th is course is designed to give students an advantage upon entering the security field by providing a solid foundation in the techniques of risk analysis and risk management. It will help students understand the decision making process regarding loss prevention, which will allow them to communicate and work with superiors as the process moves from basic security surveys to selection of loss-prevention techniques.

This course provides learners with the necessary skills for communicating technical information to various stakeholders in organizations. The focus of the course is on the fundamentals of technical communication in the electronic workplace while emphasizing clarity and organization. Learners study technical writing, editing, and online communication and engage in a broad range of activities, including preparing an effective résumé, writing proposals and technical reports, and creating professional development plans. This course helps learners develop an understanding of format and content and prepares them for project documentation requirements throughout their program and their professional careers. TS5004 must be taken by master’s learners in their first quarter. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or petition.

This course presents the interrelated architectural, business, and technical solution perspectives essential to the design and development of enterprise-caliber information technology solutions. Learners consider each perspective as they develop a Web site for an enterprise. Learners explore the business context supporting the Web application and the ways it drives the requirements and functionality of the Web site; the technical resources and the environment in which the application is being used; and the role of the enterprise architect in selecting the processes, components, and technologies used to develop and maintain the application.

This course provides information technology learners with skills needed to manage technology and people. Learners assess and control the risks associated with information assets, apply concepts and principles to manage projects and project quality, and develop collaboration and leadership skills to use in a globally distributed team environment.

This course focuses on the software engineering fundamentals that can be applied to enterprise-wide software application development. Topics include portability, reusability, prototyping, and performance management. Learners examine advanced requirements analysis techniques; functional specifications; and system design, implementation, testing, and maintenance. Learners also compare theory with practice and assess, evaluate, and apply software development principles and processes to a professional environment. Prior to enrolling in this course, learners should have a working knowledge of the software development process.

This course provides information technology learners with a foundation of business concepts. Learners analyze organizational structures, operational processes, financial measures, and key business communication concepts and techniques. Through the analysis and application of fundamental business processes, theories, and techniques, learners gain a better understanding of how IT integrates with the enterprise as a whole.

This course focuses on the ethical and legal issues surrounding the use of information technology within an organization. Learners use specific case examples and projects to explore human dimensions of information technology and research the relationships between customers, partners, and society. Topics include intellectual property rights, privacy, governmental regulations, and an individual’s responsibilities in the decision-making process.

This course provides an overview of enterprise security and presents the tools, techniques, and strategies used to counteract threats organizations experience on a daily basis. Learners develop a working knowledge of organization security risk assessment and gain an understanding of appropriate security planning by analyzing cyber terrorism and enterprise system weaknesses and creating an enterprise system security plan.

The focus of this course is on identifying, developing, and implementing security policies for an information system and its environment. Learners assess the need for network and physical security and analyze the importance of planning and developing incident reporting procedures. This course covers proactive security management practices, including business continuity planning and disaster recovery planning. Other topics include networking, database management, and project management.

This course provides an overview of the skills necessary in computer forensics. Learners explore ways data can be hidden on a computer and evaluate computer forensics investigation tools, methods of handling and transporting data once it is uncovered, and procedures for handling and safely storing electronic data.

This course provides learners the opportunity to engage in an in-depth study of a specialized information technology area. The course content is constructed to focus on specific subject matter using the special topics course format, and course topics address current areas of interest in IT practices. Learners must exhibit a graduate-level mastery of the topic area. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or petition.

This course provides a high-level overview of information security from a managerial standpoint. In addition to exploring a broad spectrum of topics related to securing an organization’s information assets, the course demonstrates the use of a standard methodology for developing an information security program for an organization. Students will investigate a wide range of related topics including: Role of the chief security officer Security training and certification Privacy and compliance issues Security policies for organizations The course project, Term Paper: Analyzing an Information Security Issue, requires students to research a topic of interest and then complete an outline, rough draft, and final draft of their term paper, incorporating feedback into the final project.

This course focuses on a defense-in-depth model of security that uses a layered approach to securing the perimeter, the internal network, remote access, servers, desktops, applications, and data within organizations. Students will investigate a wide range of related topics including: Threats and vulnerabilities Remote access and wireless security Hardening clients, servers, and applications Penetration testing and hacking The course project, Product Review: Evaluating a Network Security Tool, requires students to develop a testing methodology and review format, and then to evaluate how effective a specific network security product is for securing a computer network.

This Course Provides Hands-on Experience In Assessing And Managing Risk Associated With Information Systems Using Octave(operationally Critical Threat, Asset, And Vulnerability Evaluation), A Risk Assessment Methodology Developed By The Cert Coordination Center (cert/cc) At The Software Engineering Institute (sei) Of Carnegie Mellon University. Students Will Investigate A Wide Range Of Related Topics Including: Building Asset-based Threat Profiles Identifying Infrastructure Vulnerabilities Conducting Risk Analysis Developing A Protection Strategy Students Will Complete An Octave Evaluation For Their Own Organization’s Security Posture Or That Of A Fictitious Company Developed By A Peer. The Series Of Octave Evaluation Assignments Provide Hands-on Experience In Evaluating The Potential Risk An Organization’s Information Architecture Faces Using The Octave Method.

This course provides a management-level introduction to the topics of business continuity planning, disaster recovery, incident response, and computer forensics. It covers creation of a disaster recovery plan and assembly of team members for implementation. Students will investigate a wide range of related topics including: Containment of an IT security breach Protocols required for rapid and complete business continuity Identification and training of those who will act as company representatives with law enforcement and criminal investigation organizations Students will evaluate the current plans and posture of a company in terms of business continuity, incident response, and forensics. Alternate assignments will be offered for students whose current or past companies don’t have such procedures and plans in place for evaluation.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth.This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree. .

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth. This bachelor degree specialization uses 4 specialization courses from the MABC program, giving the student a head-start on their master’s degree.

This course grounds students in a field-tested framework for the design and implementation of successful global strategies for business. Globalism is a 21st century fact of business, and this course helps students to master its risks and to profit.

This course examines fundamental concepts and issues in marketing. Students will learn to analyze an organization’s marketing environment and its potential customers. Based on these insights, students will discuss the key functions of marketing, which consist primarily of decisions related to product, price, place (distribution), and promotion.

This introductory survey course of computing issues is required for computer majors within the School of Business and Management. The course provides a broad–based understanding of concepts and concerns across information technology. Discussions regarding security and computing ethics are included throughout. Topics include fundamental concepts and terminology of data representation, hardware elements of computers, algorithms and programming languages. Permission is required for non-Computer Science and non-Computer Security majors. Class meets twice a week for lectures.

This introductory survey course is required for computer based majors and is a continuation of IS101 focused on the development of a broad–based understanding of concepts and concerns across information technology. Discussions regarding security and computing ethics are included throughout. Topics include fundamental concepts and terminology of operation systems, file systems, application programs and data communications. Permission is required for non–Computer Science and non–Computer Security majors. 1 lecture hour

An introductory course in management information processing. The course explores the most important aspects of information systems with specific emphasis on business applications, practical usage, and current information. The student will obtain skills in word processing, spreadsheet analysis, presentation tools and website design using professional software packages. Structured problem-solving techniques will be emphasized throughout the course. Practical implementation projects and case studies will be used to reinforce topics such as computer, academic, and professional ethics for an information-based society. 3 lecture hours

An introduction to computer programming in a high-level language. This course combines the mechanics of learning a first computer language with the fundamental stylistic elements of general problem solving. Emphasis on the creation of basic gram structures, modular design, and logical flow of control is reinforced by writing programs both in and out of the classroom. Prerequisite: IS120 or permission of instructor. 3 lecture hours

A breadth-first introduction to the discipline of computing. This course provides a broad survey of the sub-disciplines within computer science and information systems culminating in the exploration of programming fundamentals. Topics include: hardware survey, software survey, software engineering strategies, algorithmic design, ethics in computing, societal impact of computing, history and theory of computing, and an introduction to information systems and their application, and introductory programming. Throughout the course, responsible computer, academic, and professional ethics in an information-based society will be stressed. 3 lecture hours

Application of fundamental programming concepts using a high level language. The course will emphasize object-oriented design and implementation techniques. Good software engineering practice will be introduced by means of programming projects that illustrate the importance of software quality attributes. Prerequisite: IS130. 3 lecture hours

A Study Of The Design And Implementation Of The Graphical User Interface. The Course Will Present Fundamentals Of Usability And Human Factors In Gui Design. One Or More Of The Following Will Be Studied And Implemented In A Student Project: Visual Basic Programming, Web Programming, Gui Code Generators. Prerequisite: Is131. 3 Lecture Hours

An introduction to the basic concepts of data and the techniques used to operate on the data. Topics will include file handling, searching, sorting, multi linked structures, trees, and graph presentations. Prerequisite: IS131 with a grade of “C” or higher. 3 lecture hours

A study of the concepts and structures necessary to design and implement a database management system. Various data models will be examined and related to specific examples of database management systems. Techniques of system design, system implementation, data integrity, and file security will be examined. Prerequisite: IS228 with a grade of “C” or higher. 3 lecture hours

This course will provide an overview of information systems, their role in organizations, and the relationship of information systems to the objectives and structure of an organization. Management of software projects, decision making with regard to systems development, and organizational roles with regard to information systems will also be discussed. 3 lecture hours.

An in-depth initiation to the system development life cycle, the techniques of information analysis, and the logical specification of the system. Documentation and communication aids are introduced as well as interpersonal approaches and techniques used in analysis. Prerequisite: IS240 with a grade of “C” or higher. 3 lecture hours

Utilizing techniques, the student will progress through the phases of specification, design, implementation, and testing of information systems. Object-oriented design techniques are used to design new logical and new physical systems for business related problems. Both technological and managerial aspects of system design and implementation are considered. Students will learn the importance of and design of security systems such as firewalls and passwords. Prerequisite: IS301. 3 lecture hours

The course is designed to expose students to some of the ethical dilemmas posed to our culture as a result of the current technological trends. Students will study various ethical standards and creeds offered through a variety of organizations (e.g., ACM). Students will learn to evaluate case studies from an ethical perspective. Students will be expected to conduct literature surveys, produce bibliographies, write literature reviews, and present oral summaries of research as well as offer critical evaluation of writings related to ethics and technology. This course fulfills General Education Requirement #6: The ability to think critically and make ethical decisions. 3 lecture hours

This course provides an overview of design considerations involved with the security of site design. The course will also provide an understanding of the Levels of Trust and system accreditation/certification processes. Life cycle management of software, hardware, and physical plant, from planning through destruction will be examined and reenforced using case studies. Additionally understanding of the variety of security systems involving computers and networks and an ability to evaluate vulnerabilities will be discussed. 3 lecture hours

The focus of this course is on the management of the information assurance process. Topics include human factors in reducing security breaches, security incident detection and response, remediation, management's role in information assurance, and other considerations in framing and implementing information assurance policies. The final section reviews current topics of particular interest and activity in the field of information assurance. 3 lecture hours

A study of programming languages commonly used in business applications. A working knowledge and appreciation of the power of several business languages are obtained through programming assignments based on business-related subjects such as payroll, mailing lists, and sorting. Prerequisite: IS228. 3 lecture hours

A study of topics chosen from areas of current interest that are not offered as part of the permanent curriculum. This course may be taken for credit more than once. 3 lecture hours

Internships Within Cs/csia Are Designed To Provide Computing Majors With The Opportunity To Apply And Expand Their Knowledge Within The Computing Discipline. The Student Must Be A Junior Or Senior At The Time Of Enrollment And Have Good Academic Standing. The Student Must Have The Internship Approved Beforehand By A Faculty Member In Cs/csia And Have The Written Consent Of The Cs/csia Program Coordinator. In Addition, A Supervisor Within The Sponsoring Organization Must Agree To Provide A Written Description Of The Internship Beforehand, And Provide Progress Reports During And After The Internship Experience. 3 Lecture Hours

An advanced course in the field of Software Engineering. Students will refine their use of the methods and procedures of software development from conception of an idea through its implementation and beyond. A variety of software process models will be studied. The course will seek to balance theoretical foundations with practical application. A team project will be assigned to allow for the application of software engineering techniques. The course will investigate methodologies and research with the purpose of improving personal and organizational quality and productivity. Classroom 3 hours. Prerequisites: IS302 or permission of the Instructor. Computer Enigeering students do not require IS302 as a prerequisite. 3 lecture hours

A capstone seminar which will vary every term in accordance with the current issues of the time. Students are to work with the instructor as they explore today's issues and trends in preparation of a thesis or project. Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking, research and evaluation of current issues. A comprehensive computer exam is included in this course. Each student will be required to prepare a paper outlining ethical standards based on the student's life experiences. Prerequisites: IS302, or permission of the instructor. 3 lecture hours

An introductory study in fundamental concepts of computer networks and data communication including a survey of major protocols, standards, and architectures. Students will implement simple data communication protocols in the laboratory. Prerequisite: IS228. 3 lecture hours

Network Security Focuses on recognizing and neutralizing security threats to network traffic, storage and system availability. Network Security Practices and Policies (LKT2) Performance assessment.

The graduate level business engages students in an integrative, project-based approach to developing managerial competence through direct application of concepts in complex, problemsolving scenarios. Students demonstrate mastery in the following subject matter: leadership and organizational management, innovation, financial analysis, and products and customer relationship management. Organizational Management (JFT2) Performance assessment

The Information Technology Core Domain Prepares Students To Participate In Legal Analysis Of Relevant Cyberlaws And Address Governance, Standards, Policies, And Legislation. Students Will Conduct A Security Risk Analysis For An Enterprise System. In Addition, Students Will Determine Cyber Requirements For Third‐party Vendor Agreements. Students Will Also Evaluate Provisions Of Both The 2001 And 2006 Usa Patriot Acts. Cyberlaw, Regulations And Compliance (lht2) Performance Assessment.

Hacking Focuses on the practices of ethical and illegal hacking and on the techniques that are required to protect information assets from unwanted access and/or cyber attacks. Ethical Hacking (FNV2) Third party vendor, proctored, computer-based objective exam.

Vulnerability Assessment Prepares the students to conduct internal threat assessments and to analyze their risks and impact on an organization. Vulnerability Assessment (VUT2) Performance assessment.

Hacking Focuses on the practices of ethical and illegal hacking and on the techniques that are required to protect information assets from unwanted access and/or cyber attacks. Hacking Countermeasures and Techniques (LOT2) Performance assessment.

Forensics and Network Intrusion Focuses on identifying vulnerabilities and neutralizing threats from outside entities and on investigating and preventing lose in the cyber-domain. Forensics and Network Intrusion (FMV2) Third party vendor, proctored, computer-based objective exam.

Enterprise Continuity Planning Focuses on the practices of planning for, avoiding, managing during and recovering from undesirable organizational downtime. Enterprise Continuity Management (FXV2) Third party vendor, proctored, computer-based objective exam.

Enterprise Continuity Planning Focuses on the practices of planning for, avoiding, managing during and recovering from undesirable organizational downtime. Disaster Recovery Planning, Prevention and Response (FXT2) Performance assessment.

Security Policy and Standards Focuses on the practices of planning and implementing organization-wide security and assurance initiatives as well as auditing assurance processes. Security Policy and Standards– Compliance and Certification (FYV2) Third party vendor, proctored, computer-based objective exam.

Security Policy and Standards Focuses on the practices of planning and implementing organization-wide security and assurance initiatives as well as auditing assurance processes. Security Policy and Standards – Best Practices (FYT2) Performance assessment.

The Capstone Project Is The Culmination Of The Student’s Wgu Degree Program. It Requires The Student To Demonstrate The Integration And Synthesis Of Competencies In All Domains Required For The Degree, Particularly In The Area Of Emphasis. It Includes A Work Product Specified In Consultation With And With The Approval Of The Mentor. It May Be A Project, A Set Of Policy Recommendations, A Business Plan, A Marketing Plan, Action Research, A Strategic Plan, A Product, Or A Service. Information Security And Assurance Written Capstone Project And Oral Defense (lqt2) Students Will Be Able To Choose From Three Areas Of Emphasis, Depending On Personal And Professional Interests. Students Will Complete A Capstone Project That Deals With A Significant Real-world Business Problem That Further Integrates The Components Of The Degree. Capstone Projects Will Require An Oral Defense Before A Committee Of Wgu Faculty. Your Capstone Project Includes A Comprehensive Oral Defense And Is Held By A Conference Call. Questions Related To Your Work In The Program Will Test Your Preparation And Ability To Synthesize And Practically Apply Information Obtained From Your Courses, Self-directed Study, And Project Experiences. The Purpose Of The Defense Is A Checkpoint To Assure That You Have Acquired The Critically Required Skills And Knowledge Specified In The Program Competencies.

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This Subdomain Covers Skills And Concepts To Include Features And Functions Of Networking Components, Knowledge, And Skills Needed To Install, Configure, And Troubleshoot Basic Networking Hardware Protocols And Services. Additionally, Concepts Including Media And Topologies, Protocols, Standards, Network Implementation, And Network Support Are Covered. Proctored At An Authorized Pearson Vue Testing Center, Computer-based Cisco Ccna Icnd2 - 640-816 Exam.

Computer hardware and peripherals and other digital media used in commission of cyber-crimes. Hands-on examination of devices, including building, configuring, upgrading, troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair.

Protection of proprietary information in both the corporate and government sectors. Topics include: information as a resource, legal issues, policy formulation, administrative and technical remedies, and case studies.

Consideration of one or more contemporary topics. Tailored by individual instructors. Each variation may be taken for credit.

This course examines ethical dilemmas encountered by professionals at work. Journalism, health care, law, education, computer science/information technology and public relations all provide examples.

relation to social values and social structure, types of criminal behavior, theories of treatment and control, correctional methods, and the administration of justice.

For non-mathematics majors. Probability theory topics, binomial distribution, normal distribution, descriptive statistics, frequency distribution, measures of central tendency, hypothesis testing. Confidence intervals, correlation, and prediction. Prerequisite: MAT 100, or satisfactory performance in Mathematics Placement Test administered by mathematics department, or permission of instructor. Students may not also take for credit Psychology 211, Economics 241 or Sociology 211

Application of statistical methods in sociological research. Descriptive statistics, tests of significance, correlation, simple analysis of variance, chi-square, and some non-parametric methods. Same as Psychology 211. Students may not also take for credit Economics 241, Mathematics 112.

Review of analytic geometry and trigonometric functions. Limits, derivatives, maxima and minima, related rates, graphs, differentials, mean value theorem. Prerequisite: Mathematics 151 or satisfactory performance in mathematics placement test administered by mathematics department, or permission of instructor.

Criminal law as process for dispute settlement and maintenance of order by the state. Emphasis on legal reasoning, legal process, and necessity to maintain historical continuity and doctrinal consistency.

Overview of computer science. Introduction to algorithms, elementary data structures, program design, and programming utilizing a block structured programming language. Lecture and laboratory.

First course in abstract mathematical structures with emphasis on material needed for applications to computer science. Introduction to different number systems, data types, computer arithmetic, Boolean algebra, direct and indirect proofs, and mathematical induction. Lecture and Recitation.

Introduction to the object-oriented paradigm of programming. Objects, classes, and inheritance. Prerequisite: Computer Science 101.

Fundamentals Of Securing Computers And Networks. Includes Security Objectives, Threats, Vulnerabilities, Types Of Attacks, Authentication Methods, Access Control Methods, Encryption, Intrusion Detection, Vpns, Firewalls And Security As It Relates To The Www. Prerequisites Criminal Justice 333 And Computer Science 323.

The student must complete sufficient elective courses to earn at least the minimum credit hours required for this degree, and at least 60 credit hours of the 120 required must be in the liberal arts and sciences.

Cybercrimes, including computer crimes, Internet fraud, e-commerce, and threats to the national infrastructure. Policies, legal issues, and investigative techniques and strategies, and implications for investigation and enforcement on a global scale.

Selected topics of current interest. Emphasizes critical analysis of current research literature and development of action projects by seminar members. Integrates previous learning as a capstone experience. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

agency under co-supervision of faculty and agency personnel. Field experience, periodic conferences and seminars, written and reading assignments designed to combine theory and professional practice. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

Digital logic, micro-programming, machine and assembly language programming. Boolean logic and its relationship to actual circuits such as adders, multiplexers, dimultiplexers, shifters, and flip-flops. Hypothetical computer is used to illustrate microprograms/interpreters. Lecture and Laboratory. Prerequisites: Computer Science 101 and 201.

Topic Include Network Types And Communication Models, Hardware Components, Applications, Protocols, Standards, Internetworking And Routing Concepts, Osi Model, Tcp/ip, Lan And Wan Networking Technologies. Prerequisites: Computer Science 101, 201, And 303. May Be Taken Concurrently With Computer Science 303.

agency under co-supervision of faculty and agency personnel. Field experience, periodic conferences and seminars, written and reading assignments designed to combine theory and professional practice. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

relation to social values and social structure, types of criminal behavior, theories of treatment and control, correctional methods, and the administration of justice.

Fundamentals Of Securing Computers And Networks. Includes Security Objectives, Threats, Vulnerabilities, Types Of Attacks, Authentication Methods, Access Control Methods, Encryption, Intrusion Detection, Vpns, Firewalls And Security As It Relates To The Www. Prerequisites Criminal Justice 333 And Computer Science 323.

Fundamentals Of Securing Computers And Networks. Includes Security Objectives, Threats, Vulnerabilities, Types Of Attacks, Authentication Methods, Access Control Methods, Encryption, Intrusion Detection, Vpns, Firewalls And Security As It Relates To The Www. Prerequisites Criminal Justice 333 And Computer Science 323.

Application of statistical methods in management and economics. Descriptive statistics, probability, normal curve, sampling, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression. Prerequisites: Completion of mathematics and computer requirements in component one of core. Students may not also take for credit Psychology/Sociology 211 or Mathematics 112.

Criminal law as process for dispute settlement and maintenance of order by the state. Emphasis on legal reasoning, legal process, and necessity to maintain historical continuity and doctrinal consistency.

For non-mathematics majors. Probability theory topics, binomial distribution, normal distribution, descriptive statistics, frequency distribution, measures of central tendency, hypothesis testing. Confidence intervals, correlation, and prediction. Prerequisite: MAT 100, or satisfactory performance in Mathematics Placement Test administered by mathematics department, or permission of instructor. Students may not also take for credit Psychology 211, Economics 241 or Sociology 211

Review of analytic geometry and trigonometric functions. Limits, derivatives, maxima and minima, related rates, graphs, differentials, mean value theorem. Prerequisite: Mathematics 151 or satisfactory performance in mathematics placement test administered by mathematics department, or permission of instructor.

This course examines ethical dilemmas encountered by professionals at work. Journalism, health care, law, education, computer science/information technology and public relations all provide examples.

Application of statistical methods in psychological research. Descriptive statistics, tests of significance, correlation, simple analysis of variance, chi-square and some nonparametric methods. Students may not also take for credit Economics 241 or Mathematics 112. Prerequisite: Core component I mathematics.

Introduces the basic Information Assurance (IA) model; security of the database, the application and the system. Examines current security standards, best practices and auditing practices.

knowledge of designing and managing a secure enterprise. Includes aspects of enterprise security, physical security, disaster-recovery planning, and business continuity planning.

Explores security policy development,implementation and standards compliance and testing on corporate systems, application and data. Examines target architectures: telecommunications and wireless enterprise corporate data network.

Provides the knowledge of building and protecting enterprise infrastructure and proprietary data. Topics include risk analysis, security policies, intrusion detection, damage control and assessment.

Prepares students to evaluate an organizations exposure to information technology security threats using rigorous policy and standards based analysis of the existing policy directives and the derived threat matrix.

Explores Computer Forensics Encompassing A Variety Of Legal And Technical Challenges. Provides Hands-on And Theoretical Experience With Technology, Techniques And Legal Policy During Investigation Of Computer Components. Prerequisite(s): Msct 609 And Msct 620.

Examines Forensic Analysis Of Networks Utilizing Unique And Sophisticated Sets Of Tools, Techniques And Legal Policies. Covers Established Concepts, Methodology And Tools To Enhance Performance Of Network Forensics. Prerequisite(s): Msct 609 And Msct 620.

Combines Accounting, Regulation And It Security Practices To Educate Students To Protect Organizational Assets Through Establishment Of Auditing Best Practices, Current Governmental Reporting Standards, Sarbanes-oxley Requirements And Secure Management Techniques. Prerequisite(s): Mbaa 602 Or Msaa 602 Or Permission Of Instructor. Cross Listing: Mbaa 614 And Msaa 614.

Examines Xbrl, The Language For Electronic Communication Of Business And Financial Data Used For Financial Reporting, Sec And Regulatory Reporting, Corporate And Governmental Application Of Interactive Data, Taxonomy Development, And Data Tagging Software. Prerequisite(s): Mbaa 602 Or Msaa 602 And Mbaf 602 Or Msaf 602 And Mscc 697 Or Permission Of Instructor. Cross Listing: Mbaa 612p And Msaa 612p.

Students Gain Additional Information Assurance Experience Through Operational Assignments In Support Of The Academic Research Network Through Investigation Into Research Topics And Practice With A Variety Of Software And Hardware Platforms. Prerequisite(s): Mscc 697 And Two Msia Elective Courses Or Permission Of Instructor.

Students Demonstrate Mastery Of Information Assurance Theory And Practice Through Written And Presented Materials. Students Provide A Final Thesis Based On Scic Writing, Research And Presentation Standards. Pass/no Pass Grading Only. Prerequisite(s): Two Msia Electives And Mscc 697 Or Permission Of Instructor.

This course introduces information systems concepts, architectures, and technologies. It emphasizes information systems resources needed to meet organizational mission and objectives. It focuses on information systems from the business (healthcare) viewpoint including processes, value proposition and different types of information systems. Through the use of discussions, research and case studies, students will become familiar with the foundational concepts of information systems and graduate academic standards.

Examines information needed to create adaptive strategies for successfully implementing enterprise architectures. Focuses on strategies that are based on experiences within organizations across multiple industry verticals. Prerequisite(s): MSCC 610.

Concentrates on project management, proposal preparation, research and thesis writing. Deliverables include abstract proposal outline and research plan. Students research and develop project proposals that are then approved by the faculty. Prerequisite(s): MSCC 610.

(formerly Tlmn 672.) An Introduction To The Security Concepts Needed For The Design, Use And Implementation Of Secure Voice And Data Communications Networks, Including The Internet. A Brief Review Of Networking Technology And Standards (including An Introduction To Internet Communication Protocols) Is Provided. Security Subjects Addressed Include Defense Models, Security Policy Development, Authentication And Authorization Controls, Firewalls, Packet Filtering, Virtual Private Networks (vpns) And Wireless Network Security

(Formerly CSMN 683.) An exploration of the theory and implementation of intrusion detection and intrusion prevention. Topics include network-based, host-based and hybrid intrusion detection; intrusion prevention; attack pattern identification; deployment; response; surveillance; damage assessment; data forensics; data mining; attack tracing; system recovery; and continuity of operation

(Formerly CSMN 681.) An overview of the theory of encryption using symmetric and asymmetric keys, current protocols for exchanging secure data (including the Data Encryption Standard and the Advanced Encryption Standard) and secure communication techniques. A review of the historical development of cryptographic methods and cryptanalysis tools is provided. Public key infrastructure and the use of digital signatures and certificates for protecting and validating data are examined. Strategies for the physical protection of information assets are explored

An introduction to the fundamental concepts behind the collection and analysis of the digital evidence left behind in a digital crime scene. Topics include the identification, preservation, collection, examination, analysis and presentation of evidence for prosecution purposes. Discussion also covers the laws and ethics related to computer forensics and challenges in computer forensics. Network forensics is briefly explored

Prerequisites: INFA 610, 620, 630, 640, 650 and 660 (3 credits may be taken concurrently). A study of information assurance that integrates and applies concepts previously studied. Best practices and appropriate technologies to design, implement, manage, evaluate and further improve information security are explored. Emerging trends are analyzed to understand their potential effect on information security and assurance

A fundamental study of technology and its applications, as well as the economic and social issues they have raised. Topics include computers, peripherals, databases, and networks; operations (of business, government, and other enterprises), decision support systems, and acquisition of information technology resources; and information security, productivity, equitable access by users, intellectual property rights, and global reach. Discussion also covers current and future developments in the field and their implications.

An introduction to the broad variety in information technology infrastructures from the perspectives of systems architecture, data communications, and networks. Topics include enterprise information infrastructure, multinational enterprise, servers and Web services, layered network architecture, convergence and Internet protocols, global WAN services, enterprise network design, wireless technologies, network security, network management, server architectures, storage management and networks, and content management networks.

(Formerly CSMN 635.) A study of systems analysis and design, using selected engineering and management science techniques and practices. Topics include requirements determination, modeling, decision making, and proposal development. The System Development Life Cycle Model, including system implementation and post implementation activities, is examined. Emphasis is on the specification of the information system�s logical and physical analysis and design from a management perspective. Research and project assignments related to information systems analysis, design, implementation, and/or project planning and control, require individual and group work.

An examination of the fundamental principles and practice of managing programs and projects in an information processing and high-tech environment. The dynamic nature of IT and the effect of life cycles are explored. The fundamental building blocks of high-tech management styles (including project planning, organizational structure, team building, and effective control mechanisms) are addressed. Discussion covers the effect of product and project life cycles in delivering a successful IT project, considering the obsolescence factors in procurement/ stakeholder contracts. The goal is to gain a solid foundation to successfully manage each phase of the project life cycle, work within organizational and cost constraints, set goals linked directly to stakeholder needs, and utilize proven management tools to execute a dynamic project on time and within budget. Emphasis is on how to apply the essential concepts, processes, and techniques in the management of large-scale governmental or commercial programs.

(Formerly CSMN 655.) An overview of information security management. Topics include security architecture, security models, access control systems and methodology, applications and systems security, operation security, database security, cryptography, physical security, network and Internet security, business continuity planning, and law and ethics in information assurance. A brief review of the building blocks of information systems (such as computer organization and architecture, operating systems, data structure and algorithms, principles of programming languages, database, and software engineering) is provided to illustrate the scope of security management.

(Formerly CSMN 685.) An overview of laws and ethics related to information assurance. The information security responsibilities of major domestic and international agencies (such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, National Security Agency, and National Institute of Standards and Technology) are reviewed. Topics include issues involving information security management within an enterprise, such as suitable organizational policy, plans, and implementation strategies. Discussion also covers ethical issues, such as monitoring employee computer use and proper limitations on the use of customer data.