Management of Information Technology is a field requiring understanding of business principles and management methodologies and of computing technology. Computer science typically deals with developing complex systems with an understanding of low-level architectures and intricate algorithms, while MOIT deals more with applying solutions to specific business problems. In computer science, the technology is the primary focus. In MOIT, the business using and managing the technology is the primary focus. Both approaches are important, so both majors can be beneficial.

MOIT is less technical than pure computer science so it appeals to individuals with less technical leanings. MOIT jobs will often involve direct oversight of infrastructure and systems critical to business functions.

Course requirements for Management of Information Technology (MOIT)

ACCT 2003 Principles of Accounting I (the final digit is the number of credit hours of the courses)
ACCT 2013 Principles of Accounting II
MGMT 2003 e-Commerce I
MGMT 3203 Business Law I
MGMT 3313 Principles of Management
MGMT 3503 Principles of Marketing
MGMT 3613 Managerial Finance I
STAT 3123 Statistics for Accounting & Business
Total of business and management courses, 24 Hrs

CPSC 1003 Fundamentals of Programming
CPSC 1203 Intro to the Internet & Online Research
CPSC 1903 Intro to Computer Science Programming
CPSC 2103 Advanced Software
CPSC 2293 Web Page Design & Programming
CPSC 2303 Hardware & Software Configuration
CPSC 2503 Networking I
CPSC 3003 Database Design & Implementation I
CPSC 3103 Systems Analysis & Design
CPSC 3623 Networking II
CPSC 4201 Ethics and Professional Issues in Computing
Total of computer courses, 31 Hrs

TOTAL 55 hours

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The printed catalog is the official announcement of SWU academic requirements, and, in this case, the requirements have not yet been officially published.  Contact SWU admissions to obtain one.

April 21, 2005