BS in Information Technology - Security from Western Governors University
- School: Western Governors University
- Degree: Bachelors
- Subject: Information Technology
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Students may complete a Bachelor of Science information technology in security as a general program or as part of the requirements of a certificate in Security + and other technology certifications. Graduates may work within business, companies or corporations or they may also work as IT professionals in private security companies or consulting firms. The focus of the course will be on information technology in general, so classes on operating systems, computer languages and basic programming will be included within the course of study.
In addition classes on networking security, secure online transactions, cyber crime, e-commerce and e-commerce safety and assessment and risk analysis involved in various online security systems. Students will study the ethical and legal issues involved in networking security and information technology as well as understanding the considerations that businesses should make before deciding on a security program for information technology.