Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program  and The Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET,

The B.S. in Information Technology was last reviewed & accredited in 2016.

The B.A.S. in Information Technology was reviewed & accredited in 2016.

The Master of Science in Information Technology is not accredited, as there is no graduate accreditation body.

Annual Student Enrollment and Graduation Data

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Phone: 470-578-3803
Location: Atrium (Building J) J393
Address: 1100 South Marietta Pkwy, Marietta, GA 30060

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Mission

The mission of the Kennesaw State University (KSU) Department of Information Technology is to provide undergraduate and graduate instruction, to undertake research in computing and information technology, and to serve the community and the profession.

Vision

We are dedicated to excellence and leadership in IT education, research and practice. Our commitment is demonstrated by:

  • Providing quality education that offers opportunities for lifelong learning at multiple academic and professional levels.
  • Expanding our body of knowledge by promoting scholarship, discovery and interdisciplinary collaborative research.
  • Promoting and supporting faculty involvement in all aspects of IT research and development.
  • Encouraging faculty and students to take leadership roles in the application of information technology to solve real-world problems by the selection, creation, integration and administration of computing technologies.
  • Cultivating an inclusive environment that reflects cultural diversity and facilitates achievement of one's potential.
  • Increasing awareness, visibility and recognition of the profession of information technology.

Outcomes and Objectives

  • Program Educational Objectives

    The BSIT Program will enable its graduates to:

    • Have the ability to hold progressively more responsible positions in the IT field, including positions that are supervisory or managerial in nature.
    • Engage in life-long learning and professional development.
    • Communicate effectively as an IT professional with users, peers, and higher management.
    • Work effectively on teams, whether as a participant or as a leader.
    • Demonstrate ethical behavior as an IT professional and sensitivity to the impact of technology on society.
    • Pursue and successfully complete an advanced degree if desired.

    Student Learning Outcomes

    Graduates of the program will have an ability to:

    • Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
    • Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
    • Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
    • Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
    • Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline
    • Identify and analyze user needs and to take them into account in the selection, creation, integration, evaluation, and administration of computing-based systems. [IT]
  • Program Educational Objectives

    The BASIT Program will enable its graduates to:

    • Have the ability to hold progressively more responsible positions in the IT field, including positions that are supervisory or managerial in nature.
    • Engage in life-long learning and professional development.
    • Communicate effectively as an IT professional with users, peers, and higher management.
    • Work effectively on teams, whether as a participant or as a leader.
    • Demonstrate ethical behavior as an IT professional and sensitivity to the impact of technology on society.
    • Pursue and successfully complete an advanced degree if desired.

    Student Learning Outcomes

    Graduates of the program will have an ability to:

    • Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
    • Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
    • Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
    • Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
    • Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline
    • Identify and analyze user needs and to take them into account in the selection, creation, integration, evaluation, and administration of computing-based systems. [IT]
  • Upon graduation, MSIT graduates should be able to:

    • Identify, assess, and implement IT solutions through team projects and research;

    • Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of one or two information technology areas;

    • Have the ability to assume leadership positions within an IT organization, using accepted industry standards and best practices where appropriate.