Bachelor in Information Technology - Database Management - Summerdale - PA - Pennsylvania - Central Pennsylvania College - I930

Central Penn Advantages for IT - Database Management Minors

    * Learn to implement, manage, and maintain relational databases
    * Understand network security
    * Write computer programs
    * Learn the legal and ethical considerations of the use of technology
    * Acquire troubleshooting skills for PC hardware and software
    * Apply accepted IT principles

What kind of work will I do?

The Information Technology Database Management concentration prepares students to design, implement, manage, and maintain relational database installations. With a combination of advanced technical and management skills, graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology will understand the underlying principles of database design and methodology and be able to apply those principles to solve challenging situations. Central Penn prepares you by teaching programming structures, system analysis, and backup/recovery management. These specialized courses, coupled with the required courses, prepare graduates for endless career opportunities as they earn a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Database Management.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants entering the IT Bachelor's Program should possess at least a 2.0 GPA (C average) with recommended preparation or requirements that include:

    * Strong background in oral and written communications
    * Previous keyboarding and Windows experience
    * Two units of high school math to include Algebra


IT Internship

Upon completion of your Information Technology Database Management degree program course work, you will participate in a professional internship. This is the last step in your development toward professional success. You will sharpen your skills and personal attributes by directly interacting with Information Technology professionals in a variety of firms. The internship gives you the opportunity to use all the knowledge you acquired while attending Central Penn. No matter where you complete your internship, you will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in this high-paying career. Over 80% of Central Penn internships result in immediate offers for employment.

Who will teach me?

The Information Technology faculty at Central Pennsylvania College are highly knowledgeable professionals who bring relevant work experience to the classroom. Our professors care about the career success of each student, and they will work with you on an individual basis to help you accomplish your academic goals. These same professors serve as student academic advisors, maintaining personal relationships with students as well as serving as a reference and friend. And because of Central Penn's small class size, you receive the personalized instruction you need to complete your course work in a timely and professional manner.

Who will I work for?

Through the years Central Penn has developed a close working relationship with many companies and organizations across Pennsylvania. As a result, Central Penn interns and graduates find the door open to them at a number of locations. Information Technology as a Bachelor's Degree is a new program at Central Penn. Nevertheless, research has shown a great demand for such specialists in what the US Department of Labor predicts will be the fastest growing career field in the country until at least 2010. Indeed, the year 2000 saw nearly 53% of all IT related jobs go unfilled, and the future holds promise for very little change. It is indeed a "buyers' market." Wherever you work and whatever your employment goals, expect positions such as:

    * Database administrator (DBA)
    * Data warehousing manager