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Graduate Certificate in Information Systems

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Graduate Certificate in Information Systems

10% tuition reduction for the life of the program*

*if you start this program on May 27, 2024

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Course-Based: May 27, 2024

Explore our Graduate Certificate in Information Systems

Gain the technical skills and credentials you need to enter the fast-growing1 information systems and technology field when you enroll in Walden’s online Graduate Certificate in Information Systems program.

Designed for students who want to hone their information technology (IT) skills, this four-course program provides the foundational networking, programming, data modeling, and database design skills you need for a range of positions, including computer support specialist, systems administrator, and help desk specialist.2

Providing in-demand and immediately applicable IT skills, the Graduate Certificate in Information Systems can also be applied toward Walden’s MS in Information Technology program. Walden is committed to helping you earn credit for your foundational knowledge. Find out how you can apply your certificate toward an advanced degree from Walden.

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Why Choose Walden?

APPLY YOUR CERTIFICATE TOWARD AN ADVANCED DEGREE

Apply your certificate toward the MS in Information Technology to save you time and money.

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FINANCING OPPORTUNITIES

Connect with an Enrollment Specialist to understand your options and plan how you will fund your dream. This certificate is eligible for federal financial aid.

Program Details

Curriculum

Completion Requirements

  • 20 quarter credits

This sequence represents the minimum time to completion. Time to completion will vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 855-646-5286.

Credits from this certificate program may be applied toward a Walden master’s degree program.

View the COMPLETE CURRICULUM PLAN.

Admission Requirements

A bachelor’s degree is required for admission to a graduate certificate program. Exceptions and other requirements may apply, depending on individual programs. Consult your Walden Enrollment Specialist about admission requirements for specific certificate programs. Call 855-646-5286 in the United States or see a list of international toll-free phone numbers.

Tuition and Fees

Curriculum Component Requirements Cost amount
Tuition 20 quarter credit hours $555 per quarter hour $11,100
Program Fee Per quarter $175 $350
      $11,450*

*The tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-940-8909.

Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost between $300 to $450.

Program Savings

Want to quickly build new skills and knowledge? We want to put your goals within reach. Receive a 10% tuition reduction for the life of the program if you start this program on May 27, 2024. Contact one of our Enrollment Specialists to learn more.

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1According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 18% from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Information Security Analysis, on the internet at www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm (viewed online October 2, 2017). National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.

2Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.