Program Overview

Westcliff's MSIT program, ideal for Day 1 CPT students, combines technical prowess with managerial insights. Emphasizing IT security, infrastructure, and data analytics, it's tailored for the modern business landscape and Day 1 CPT opportunities.

Program Curriculum

Core Courses (21 Credits):

• Advanced Database Management Systems
• Advanced Computer Systems Analysis
• Advanced Networking and Telecommunications
• Advanced Software Engineering
• Information Security Management
• IT Strategy and Policy
• IT Project Management
  

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Concentration Courses (Choose one, 15 Credits):

Technology Management (ITM)

• IT Governance and Compliance
• IT Service Management
• IT Quality Management
• IT Risk Management
• IT Performance Management

• IT Infrastructure Management
• IT Process Improvement
• IT Vendor Management
• IT Operations Control
• IT Service Continuity Management

Emerging Technologies (EMT)

• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Artificial Intelligence in Business
• Blockchain Technology
• Augmented and Virtual Reality
• Advanced Cloud Computing

Cybersecurity (CYB)

• Cybersecurity Governance
• Cybersecurity Risk Management
• Cybersecurity Technologies
• Cybersecurity Incident Response
• Cybersecurity Law and Compliance

• Project Planning and Control
• Project Risk Management
• Project Quality Management
• Project Procurement Management
• Project Stakeholder Management

Cloud Computing (CLD)

• Cloud Infrastructure and Services
• Cloud Security and Privacy
• Cloud Application Development
• Cloud Service Management
• Cloud Strategy and Architecture