IT Master's Degree
Database Systems Technology
Information Technology with Database Systems Technology Specialization
Master's SpecializationAT A GLANCE
- 36 credits
- Transfer up to 6 credits
- All courses are available online
- Select on-site and hybrid courses available
TUITION
- $329 per credit hour (Europe)
- $329 per credit hour (Downrange)
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Advance your career by learning the newest management methods and tools for today’s data-driven world at UMGC Europe.
A database systems technology specialization can prepare you to meet the demand for data professionals who can manage complex databases for large organizations. You'll develop expertise in relational and distributed databases and acquire the newest knowledge in data warehousing, mining, modeling, security, and other sought-after areas of database administration.
Prepare for a number of certifications and work on real-world projects in a respected graduate program as you build your professional value in this fast-growing field.
The database systems technology specialization will give you thorough instruction on the design, development, and management of data technology and can help you develop the core competencies to conquer your career goals.
- Courses
- Requirements
Core Courses
- (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 625)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 626)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 630)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 640)
- Orientation to Graduate Studies at UMGC (0 Credits, UCSP 615) must be taken within the first 6 credits of study.
- Computer Systems Architecture (3 Credits, ITEC 625) and Information Systems Infrastructure (3 Credits, ITEC 626) must be taken as the first two courses, and must be completed before beginning specialization coursework.
Specialization Courses
- (3 Credits, DBST 651)
- DBST 652
- (3 Credits, DBST 660)
- (3 Credits, DBST 663)
- (3 Credits, DBST 665)
- (3 Credits, DBST 667)
- (3 Credits, DBST 668)
- (3 Credits, DBST 670)
- UCSP 615 must be taken within the first 6 credits of study.
- ITEC 625 and ITEC 626 must be taken as the first two courses, and must be completed before beginning specialization coursework.
- ITEC 610 is not a required core course for this specialization.
- ITEC 625 and ITEC 626 must be taken as the first two courses, and must be completed before beginning specialization coursework.
- DBST 651 is prerequisite for all other specialization coursework and may not be taken concurrently with other specialization coursework.
- You must complete all other specialization coursework before taking DBST 670.
Core Courses
- (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 625)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 626)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 630)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 640)
- Orientation to Graduate Studies at UMGC (0 Credits, UCSP 615) must be taken within the first 6 credits of study.
- Computer Systems Architecture (3 Credits, ITEC 625) and Information Systems Infrastructure (3 Credits, ITEC 626) must be taken as the first two courses, and must be completed before beginning specialization coursework.
Specialization Courses
- (3 Credits, DBST 651)
- DBST 652
- (3 Credits, DBST 660)
- (3 Credits, DBST 663)
- (3 Credits, DBST 665)
- (3 Credits, DBST 667)
- (3 Credits, DBST 668)
- (3 Credits, DBST 670)
- UCSP 615 must be taken within the first 6 credits of study.
- ITEC 625 and ITEC 626 must be taken as the first two courses, and must be completed before beginning specialization coursework.
- ITEC 610 is not a required core course for this specialization.
- ITEC 625 and ITEC 626 must be taken as the first two courses, and must be completed before beginning specialization coursework.
- DBST 651 is prerequisite for all other specialization coursework and may not be taken concurrently with other specialization coursework.
- You must complete all other specialization coursework before taking DBST 670.
Program Highlights
- Manage, mine, model, and warehouse data
- Utilize your database administration and security techniques and skills
- Use ETL for data warehousing
- Complete projects using Microsoft Project and Microsoft Visio
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Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
If you do not have demonstrated experience or prior coursework in software programming, you may be required to complete additional coursework. Consult an academic advisor for more information.
Taking UCSP 605 is recommended to improve writing skills.