The Graduate Certificate in Information Systems can help you gain the skills you need to transition into a new career in the high-growth fields of information systems and technology.

With only five courses, you can develop basic programming abilities and learn to apply technology to generate, process, and distribute information. Prepare for a range of positions, including technology help desk specialist, computer support specialist, systems administrator, and support specialist.

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Completion Requirements

  • 13 total semester credits

This certificate can be completed in as little as 8 months. Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of your time to completion, call an enrollment advisor at 1-866-492-5336. Credits from this certificate program may be applied toward a Walden master’s degree program.

Courses

  • Foundations for Graduate Study in Information Systems and Technology

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    The purpose of this course is to introduce students to Walden University and the requirements for successful participation in an online curriculum as well as to provide a foundation for academic and professional success. They engage in course assignments that focus on the practical application of writing and critical-thinking skills, lending to the promotion of professional practice and academic excellence.

  • Fundamentals of Information Systems

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    The principles of computer hardware, software, and networks underlie the techniques and practices of information systems professionals. Students in this course survey the fundamental aspects of computing and prepare to use computers effectively for problem solving. Through a variety of application assignments, students delve into the types and construction of hardware, software, networks, and tools for data management. They learn ways to create an algorithm, represent data, and express their designs in a programming language. Through this course students are encouraged to become active and influential professionals by applying concepts and principles to real-world practice.

  • Core Web Technologies

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    Through this course, students learn key technologies and design principles for interactive Web applications as well the professional, individual, organizational, societal, and regulatory implications thereof. Students learn how pages are designed and how they interact with external servers to deliver information––important concepts underlying how computers enable communication among Internet users and allow enterprises to conduct business online. They develop and manage Web-based applications using a selection of fundamental tools and techniques, such as XHTML and cascading style sheets.

  • Principles of Programming

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    The discipline of software development demands a variety of skills. Students in this course assess the fundamental practices and principles of designing and constructing object-oriented programs. They engage in substantial hands-on practice, reinforcing algorithmic thinking, logical design, precise coding, and careful attention to quality.

  • Systems Analysis and Design

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    Like building a skyscraper, developing a large-scale software system may require the work of thousands of people over a period of several years. Analysts and designers coordinate technical plans so that individual efforts combine into a complete and effective system. This course surveys structured and object-oriented approaches to defining a system’s functional and quality requirements. It also examines how to convert these requirements into the structural and functional design elements of an effective organizational information system.

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2013-2014

Curriculum Component Requirements Cost
Courses 13 total semester credit hours $750 per semester credit hour, which includes the cost of all required textbooks
Technology Fee per semester $150

Tuition and fees are subject to change.

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Accelerated Path to a Masters Degree

The Graduate Certificate in Information Systems program is intended to help prepare students without prior training or experience in software systems and development for graduate work in the information systems field.

Credits earned in this certificate program may be applied toward Walden’s M.S. in Information Systems or M.S. in Information Technology. Following your completion of the Graduate Certificate in Information Systems, you can:

  • Earn an M.S. in Information Systems by completing only eight additional courses.
  • Earn an M.S. in Information Technology by completing only 12 additional courses.
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Walden is committed to providing the information you need to make an informed decision about where you pursue your education. Please find below detailed information for the Graduate Certificate in Information Systems relating to the types of occupations this certificate program may lead to, completion rate, program costs, and median loan debt of students who have graduated from this program.

Occupations
Program Completion Rate
Program Costs
Median Loan Debt

Occupations—This program generally prepares students to enter the types of occupations listed below. For more information on these specific occupations, visit www.onetonline.org.

In addition to this list, there are other career options that graduates of this program may choose to pursue. To enter certain professions, students may need to satisfy specific additional requirements established by state and/or professional organizations in addition to completing their program.

View examples of our student and alumni accomplishments in their chosen fields.

Occupation Name* Occupation Code*
Computer and Information Systems Managers 11-3021
Computer and Information Research Scientists 15-1111
Computer Systems Analysts 15-1121
Database Administrators 15-1141
Network and Computer Systems Administrators 15-1142
Computer Network Architects 15-1143
Computer Occupations, All Other 15-1199

*The “occupation name” is a general job title. “Occupation code” refers to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Standard Occupation Classification.

Program Completion—The program completion rate for July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, is not available because this program did not yet have any graduates.

Program Costs—The total program costs are the estimated average costs over the duration of the program, excluding any scholarship or tuition reductions, for students completing the program on time. These costs can vary based on the number of credits. Typically, tuition and fees are subject to change annually.

Expense Cost
Tuition and Fees $9,250
Books and Supplies $0
Room and Board Not applicable

View cost per credit in the Tuition and Fees section.

Median Loan Debt—The Median Loan Debt for July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, is not available because this program did not yet have any graduates.

For assistance in deciding which certificate program fits your goals, request information or speak with an enrollment advisor by calling 1-866-492-5336. A list of international toll-free phone numbers is available for students outside the United States.