Online Associate Degree in Applied Information Technology
The purpose of the Associate Degree in Applied Information Technology is to give you:
- the ability to analyze and solve complex technical problems as well as document and communicate technical information
- enhanced computer hardware and software knowledge and skills
- a working knowledge of computer networks
- the ability to learn how to develop information technology security solutions
- experience using technology as a learning format
There are five concentrations for you to select from:
To earn one of the Associates degrees, you will need to complete 64 credits. These credits are broken down as follows:
- University Core (General Education), 32 credits
- Major Concentration, 32 credits
- Supporting Courses, 4 credits
Cyber Security
What You Will Learn
The course work in Cyber Security track will include a foundation of security topics such as types of attacks, hacker techniques, legal and privacy issues, security policy, information security best practices. Students will develop a strong base in fundamental industry concepts and practices as well as critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
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TELECOMMUNICATIONS
What You Will Learn
This program provides students with an understanding of circuit-switch networking technology built on copper lines, including DSL, as well as a comprehensive core of telecom technology courses. The Telecommunications track provides the fundamentals of telephony, solid state circuits, digital and microprocessor fundamentals, DSL, computer applications, communications and math, as well as the basics of the industry’s emerging technologies.
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NETWORKING
What You Will Learn
This program provides students with an understanding of fiber-to-the-home, broadband, and networking technologies, along with a comprehensive core of telecom technology courses. The Networking Technologies track provides a background in broadband essentials, cabling, operating systems and/or microcomputer hardware and troubleshooting, in addition to the technical core courses in electrical circuits, signal and data transmission, emerging communications technologies, and business and technical communications.
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WIRELESS NETWORKING
What You Will Learn
This program provides students with an understanding of all aspects of the most current wireless networking technologies. This emphasis area is built on a comprehensive core of telecom and broadband technology courses. The Wireless Networking Technologies track provides a background in telecom and broadband essentials, operating systems, wireless LANs, wireless network security, and technical communications.
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MOBILE
What You Will Learn
This technical degree prepares students for careers in the telecom industry’s burgeoning field of mobile phone technology, including voice, data, and smart phones, as well as the future of wireless technology and product offerings. The A.S. degree, Mobile Technology track, provides a background in basic radio concepts, analog cellular, digital, emerging wireless technologies, mobile devices, mobile operating systems, VoIP in mobile networks, and high-level convergence.
Degree Requirements
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Bachelor of ARTs in LIBERAL STUDIES
Liberal Studies is an interdisciplinary program of 120 credits designed for transfer and advanced students. Eligible applicants should have completed a minimum of 24 college credits.
Many of the people we see in the liberal studies program are eclectic learners who have been resistant to boxes and the academic timeline. We want to nurture those aspects of their learning experience. The standard path doesn’t work for everyone, and we do not want to exhaust anyone’s resilience or patience with a college experience. There is a lot of respect for someone who has chosen Pace as their last college stop.
Stephanie Hsu, Associate Professor
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies program gives students the opportunity to create an individualized plan of study so they can focus on the courses that are most relevant to their interests and career goals. When choosing a concentration, the student works closely with advisers from the Dyson College of Arts and Sciences.
Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Studies, Marketing and Management Concentration
Earn this degree from the Lubin School of Business, which is dully-accredited in business and accounting from AACSB international, as elite distinction shared by fewer than 3% of institutions worldwide. Large and small businesses alike can benefit greatly from marketers who are adept at applying mathematics and data analytics to their strategic marketing efforts.
Pace University’s online BBA in Business Studies with a Marketing and Management concentration prepares students to become highly sought-after marketing professionals. Students will take an in-depth look into marketing techniques, organizational business structures, including cultural differences in multinational business operations. In addition to developing a modern marketing and managerial skillset, the program develops well-rounded business professionals who are able to work in teams and analyze challenges from varying business perspectives.
Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Studies, Finance Concentration
Our BBA in Business Studies with a Finance concentration prepares students for the corporate world by giving them an in-depth look into financial management. With the help of experienced practitioners, students learn to analyze a firm’s current and future financial condition, manage firm assets, identify sources of short and long-term financing, and time financial strategies.
Graduates from our program are well-versed in securities and investments, money and capital markets, and investment risk analysis, and can go on to pursue careers as financial advisors, bankers, accountants, and financial analysts.
Bachelor of Science in Professional Technology Studies, Business Technology Leadership Concentration
The need for technology experts with effective business leadership skills has increased as the field of Information Technology continues to advance. Students in the Business Technology Leadership degree will graduate with leadership skills and credentials to propel their career forward.
- A strong foundation in technical aspects of technology leadership
- Business skills necessary to be a dynamic leader in the organization
- An understanding of effective communication between individuals from diverse domestic and international culture
Since these courses are highly technical and offered only at the Bachelor’s level, you must meet ALL the prerequisite requirements for the Bachelor’s degree in order to participate.
Bachelor of Science in Professional Technology Studies, Telecommunications Concentration
The online Bachelor of Science in Professional Technology Studies, Telecommunications Concentration prepares students for many intermediate and advanced positions in the telecommunications industry.
The goal of this program is to prepare students for successful professions in a global economy, even in the midst of rapid technological change. The B.S. Professional Technology Studies, Telecommunications Concentration provides:
- A solid understanding of emerging telecommunications technologies, including Fiber Optics, Broadband, Voice Over IP and Wireless
- A strong base in the fundamental industry concepts and practices
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills using computer technology
- A keen awareness of telecom industry management and operations
Teamwork, communications and career development skills and best practices