Information Technology BS

Reimagine the way businesses use technology.

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About the Program

As a student in UMass Boston’s Information Technology BS program, you'll be prepared not just for today’s technology, but for a future we can’t fully see yet. Focused on building adaptable thinkers with a strong technical and business foundation and an eye for emerging technologies, this IT undergraduate program prioritizes hands-on, experiential learning. Solve real business problems, work on real-world IT projects, and collaborate on projects with industry partners using the latest technologies that are shaping modern organizations. You’ll graduate with the skills and confidence to innovate, lead, and thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world. Hybrid and in-person options: Students who take this program through the College of Management can take some courses online. Students who take this program through the College of Science and Math take most courses in person.

Here’s your chance to:

Choose your career path with four industry-ready tracks, from broad IT generalist roles like system administration to specialized fields such as computer forensics.
Customize your degree with nearly 100 electives to choose from, giving you the flexibility to focus on your interests and goals.
Develop the skills employers want through applied learning and industry-informed projects that prepare you for evolving IT roles.

Computing and IT-related jobs across Massachusetts

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starting annual salary of IT alumni

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IT alumni employed full-time after graduation

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Career Possibilities

Graduates of the Information Technology BS program help organizations understand their IT needs, guide strategic use of technology, and optimize technological capabilities. This program is designed to give you the skills, experience, and confidence to thrive in technology jobs for graduates, develop IT leadership skills, and make an impact in a rapidly evolving digital world.

Here’s where this degree can take you:

IT Consultant
Business Intelligence Analyst
Project Manager
Cloud Solutions Architect
Business/Systems Analyst
Computer Forensics Investigator
Information Architect Developer
System/Database Administrator
IT Security Analyst
Data Scientist
IT Project Manager
CIO

Example Employers of Program Graduates

UMass Boston's Information Technology BS program has a 96% employment placement rate, including part-time and full-time jobs. Employers include:

Student Stories

The College of Management/BSIT program gave me the opportunity to work with Ahead LLC. I applied IT skills to a real-world project, developing a data-driven digital marketing plan. As an IT major, this pushed me beyond my comfort zone and strengthened my ability to solve practical business problems using technology.

Christine D.

The Information Technology program at UMass Boston has helped me build a strong technical foundation while preparing me for real-world challenges. Through hands-on coursework and practical learning, I’ve gained the skills and confidence needed to apply technology in professional and career-focused settings.

Tanish G.

The education and supportive environment at UMass Boston have given me the confidence to pursue my goals and aim for higher education. I have become more independent, adaptable, and motivated to continue learning and developing both academically and professionally.

Barza G.

Plan Your Education

How to Apply

First Year Student Deadlines: Fall

Early Action I: November 1
Early Action II: January 1
Regular Decision: February 15

Transfer Student Deadlines:

Fall Semester (Domestic): June 15
Spring Semester: December 15

Please review the first-year and transfer apply pages for important information about application requirements, deadlines, and application status check.

Apply as a First-Year Student

Apply as a Transfer Student

Financing Your Education

Become a Beacon and pursue your passion in UMass Boston’s diverse, supportive environment. Many students across our 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs receive financial aid—providing access to an education that’s exceptional and affordable. For additional information regarding tuition and fees, please visit the Bursar’s Office or send an email to Bursar@umb.edu.

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Undergraduate Scholarships

Scholarships for Transfers

Program Details

Curriculum

Problem Solving Course (3 Credits)

IT 110 - Information Technology Problem Solving 3 Credit(s)

Statistics Course (3 Credits)

Complete one from below.

IT 111L - Managerial Statistics 3 Credit(s)
MSIS 111L - Managerial Statistics 3 Credit(s)
ECON 205 - Statistical Methods 3 Credit(s)
MATH 125 - Introductory Statistics 3 Credit(s)
PSYCH 370 - Statistics 3 Credit(s)
SOCIOL 350 - Social Statistics 3 Credit(s)

Programming Courses (6 to 8 Credits)

Complete two from below.

IT 114L - Introduction To Java 3 Credit(s)
IT 116 - Introduction to Scripting 3 Credit(s)
IT 117 - Intermediate Scripting 3 Credit(s)
CS 110 - Introduction to Computing 4 Credit(s)
CS 210 - Intermediate Computing with Data Structures 4 Credit(s)
CS 240 - Programming in C 3 Credit(s)
MSIS 310 - Introduction to Coding for Business 3 Credit(s)

200-Level Core Courses (15 Credits)

IT 230L - Relational Databases 3 Credit(s)
IT 240 - Web Fluency 3 Credit(s)
IT 244 - Introduction to Linux/Unix 3 Credit(s)
IT 246 - Introduction to Networks 3 Credit(s)
IT 285L - Social Issues and Ethics in Computing 3 Credit(s)

Major Track (12 to 15 Credits)

Complete four to five courses from one of the tracks below.

Business Intelligence Track
Computer Forensics Track
Information Architecture Track
System Administration Track

Professional Electives (9 Credits)

Take three additional courses from below.

Students may also choose courses from another IT track.

AF 210 - Financial Accounting 3 Credit(s)
AF 211 - Managerial Accounting 3 Credit(s)
AF 301 - Introduction to Financial Management 3 Credit(s)
AF 310 - Intermediate Accounting I 3 Credit(s)
AF 311 - Intermediate Accounting II 3 Credit(s)
AF 315 - Accounting Information Systems 3 Credit(s)
AF 330 - Business Law 3 Credit(s)
AF 335 - Investments 3 Credit(s)
AF 363 - Cost Accounting 3 Credit(s)
AF 435 - Derivative Securities 3 Credit(s)
AF 445 - Markets and Financial Institutions 3 Credit(s)
AF 450 - Federal Taxation I 3 Credit(s)
AF 451 - Federal Taxation II 3 Credit(s)
AF 455 - International Financial Management 3 Credit(s)
AF 470 - Financial Auditing 3 Credit(s)
AF 480 - Accounting Internship 3 Credit(s)
AF 488 - Independent Study 1-3 Credit(s)
AF 495 - Financial Policy 3 Credit(s)
BIOL 360 - Bioinformatics 3 Credit(s)
CS 200 to 499
MGT 470 - Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Organizations 3 Credit(s)
MGT 480 - Management Internship 3 Credit(s)
MGT 488 - Independent Study 1-3 Credit(s)
MGT 303 - Managing Organizations 3 Credit(s)
MGT 330 - Business Environments and Public Policy 3 Credit(s)
MGT 331 - Managerial Ethics and Social Issues 3 Credit(s)
MGT 401 - Int Hum Resource Mgt 3 Credit(s)
MGT 421 - Management Practices 3 Credit(s)
MGT 431 - The Legal Environment of Business 3 Credit(s)
MGT 434 - Mngng Global Environ 3 Credit(s)
MGT 450 - Advanced Topics in Managing Organizations 3 Credit(s)
MKT 301 - Principles of Marketing 3 Credit(s)
MKT 310 - Data Analysis for Marketing Management 3 Credit(s)
MKT 403 - Integrated Marketing Communication 3 Credit(s)
MKT 405 - Web Page Marketing 3 Credit(s)
MKT 407 - Services Marketing 3 Credit(s)
MKT 430 - International Marketing 3 Credit(s)
MKT 478 - Special Topics in Marketing 3 Credit(s)
MKT 480 - Marketing Internship 3 Credit(s)
MKT 488 - Independent Study 1-3 Credit(s)
MSIS 212 - Managerial Decision Making 3 Credit(s)
MSIS 301 - Operations Management 3 Credit(s)
MSIS 454L - Supply Chain Management 3 Credit(s)
MSIS 480 - Management Science and Information Systems Internship 3 Credit(s)
MSIS 488 - Independent Study 1-3 Credit(s)
PSYCH 271L - Introduction to Cognitive Science 3 Credit(s)
SCSM 450 - Service Operations Management 3 Credit(s)
SCSM 451 - Operational Risk Management 3 Credit(s)
SOCIOL 262 - Criminology 3 Credit(s)

Project Management Course (3 Credits)

IT 425L - Project Management 3 Credit(s)

Capstone (3 Credits)

IT 485 - Information Technology Capstone 3 Credit(s)

Hybrid and in-person options: Students who take this program through the College of Management can take some courses online. Students who take this program through the College of Science and Math take most courses in person.

Learning Outcomes

Build technical proficiency.
Apply information technologies to better support business processes and strategies.
Develop problem solving skills and analytical skills.
Demonstrate professionalism through oral and written communication skills.

Graduation Criteria

Degree Requirements

If this is the student’s primary major, all degree requirements below must be completed for graduation. See graduation requirements for more information.

Major Requirements

Complete at least 57 credits from 18 or 19 courses including one problem solving course, one statistics course, two programming courses, five 200-level information technology courses, four to five track courses, three professional electives, one project management course, and one capstone.

Track: Students must choose from one of four major tracks: system administration, information architecture, business intelligence, or computer forensics. The track should be declared by the start of the junior year after consultation with an advisor.

Pass/fail: No courses taken pass/fail may be applied toward the information technology core or the major track requirements.

Residency: See major track requirements under 'Curriculum'

Contact

Contact the College of Management Undergraduate Programs

McCormack Hall, 5th Floor, Room 610
617.287.7760

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BEST Boston

Learn more about BEST Boston (Business Engagement for Students). BEST Boston is UMass Boston College of Management’s 10-week paid consulting experience during the summer with local businesses.

This program is free for businesses, offering them talent to solve problems and create solutions while supporting education. It’s a win-win for students and businesses, boosting workforce and economic development in the Boston area and across Massachusetts.

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