Bachelor of Information Technology and Management - Networking and Communication

Illinois Institute of Technology

Become an In-Demand Technology Professional with Illinois Tech’s Bachelor of Information Technology and Management. The need for trained professionals to manage the technical aspects of how the technology works is driven by industry integrating technology into all facets of their work. Prepare for a wide range of technology careers, from system administration and cybersecurity to web development and IT management. Stay ahead of the curve by absorbing the knowledge and expertise from industry-experienced faculty and explore a broad range of topics that ranges from networking and cybersecurity to databases and software development. Build a strong foundation for a successful career with a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, covering numerous aspects of the fast-moving IT field. Tailor your experience to your career goals by specializing in high-demand areas such as cybersecurity, web development, or IT management. Daytime and evening courses offered in-person and online make Illinois Tech’s Bachelor of Information Technology and Management program accessible and comprehensive. Take advantage of facilities such as the C²SAFE lab, which helps make Illinois Tech a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education according to the National Security Agency and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. The networking and communications specialization focuses on network applications and management including the use and configuration of network applications, current application protocols and application technologies, maintenance and administration of servers and associated networks using a contemporary industry-standard proprietary operating system. Telecomm over data networks and administration topics and concepts of IT orchestration, automation, monitoring, and metric collection, including hardware requirements, software compatibility, system installation, configuration and options, and post-installation topics, administrative and technical practices required for system security, process management, performance monitoring and tuning, storage management, back-up and restoration of data, disaster recovery and prevention, vulnerabilities of networks of computers including the networks themselves, operating systems, important applications and security.