PROGRAM LENGTH
Certificate Programs: 3 to 6 months
Diploma Programs: 6 months to 2 years
Associate-Level Tracks (if applicable): 2 years
PROGRAM ELECTIVE TRACKS
Track 1: Cybersecurity
Certificate in Cybersecurity (6 months)
Diploma in Cybersecurity (1 year)
Associate Degree in Cybersecurity (2 years)
Focus: Protecting networks, systems, and data from cyber threats
Key Courses: Network Security, Ethical Hacking, Incident Response
Track 2: Data Analytics
Certificate in Data Analytics (6 months)
Diploma in Data Analytics (1 year)
Associate Degree in Data Analytics (2 years)
Focus: Analyzing and interpreting complex data to inform business decisions
Key Courses: Data Mining, Machine Learning, Data Visualization
Track 3: Network Administration
Certificate in Network Administration (6 months)
Diploma in Network Administration (1 year)
Associate Degree in Network Administration (2 years)
Focus: Designing, implementing, and managing computer networks
Key Courses: Network Fundamentals, Network Security, Network Design
Track 4: Software Development
Certificate in Software Development (6 months)
Diploma in Software Development (1 year)
Associate Degree in Software Development (2 years)
Focus: Designing, developing, and testing software applications
Key Courses: Programming Languages, Software Engineering, Web Development
Career Outlook
Information Security Analyst — $112,000/year (median)
Data Analyst / Data Scientist — $118,000/year (median)
Network Administrator — $80,000/year (median)
Software Developer — $105,000/year (median)
IT Project Manager — $145,000/year (median)