B.S. Information Technology New Jersey Institute of Technology

One of the most flexible undergraduate degree offerings at NJIT, the Information Technology Division provides you with a degree that is practitioner-focused, and gives you a balanced approach to the design, deployment and management of software and hardware applications through a variety of specializations.

Program Objectives

A graduating student is:

• Prepared to work as a computing professional utilizing the knowledge acquired in the undergraduate program in Information Technology at NJIT.
• Prepared to be both professionally and socially engaged in the computing profession.
• Prepared for life-long learning and continuing professional development and training in Information Technology.

Learning Outcomes

A graduating student will have the ability to:

• Apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline.
• Analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.
• Design, implement and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component or program to meet desired needs.
• Function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal.
• Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
• Analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations and society.
• Recognize the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development.
• Use current techniques, skills and tools necessary for computing practice.
• Use and apply current technical concepts and practices in the core information technologies.
• Identify and analyze user needs and take them into account in the selection, creation, evaluation and administration of computer-based systems.
• Integrate IT-based solutions into the user environment.
• Understand best practices and standards and their application.
• Assist in the creation of an effective project plan.

Where do Information Technology majors work?

Common Job Titles

• IT Controls Analyst
• Cyber Security Consultant
• Security Analyst
• Web Developer
• Network Engineer

Top Employers

• UPS
• oXya - A Hitachi Data Systems Company
• Prudential Financial
• Optum - a UnitedHealth Group Company
• TD Ameritrade