Computer Science

Joint Programs of Study: Bachelor of Science (B.S. ), Computer Science / MBA (Vantage MBA^®)
160-164 semester hours

The Joint Programs of Study option affords Franklin University undergraduate students, who are interested in pursuing a graduate degree at Franklin University, the opportunity to enroll in graduate coursework that may serve as university elective coursework in meeting the hour requirement for the Baccalaureate degree. Students pursuing this option generally complete both the Baccalaureate and Masters degrees in less time and fewer hours than pursuing the two degrees consecutively.

Acceptance into one of the undergraduate programs of study at Franklin University does not ensure or guarantee acceptance into a Franklin University graduate program. Students must meet the admission requirements of the graduate program and be admitted into a graduate program of study in order to pursue the Joint Programs of Study option. Each program of study in the graduate program is governed by its respective program criteria and academic standards set forth in the Academic Bulletin. Application for enrollment into a graduate program must be submitted two terms prior to commencing graduate level coursework. Undergraduate students who are accepted into one of the graduate programs will be concurrently enrolled in both the undergraduate and graduate programs. Any graduate course used in the undergraduate area may not be counted if a grade of "C" or less is earned.

Students in the Computer Science and Information Sciences majors may be required to purchase hardware and/or software with capabilities greater than the standard University technology requirements. There will be software requirements beyond the standard Microsoft Office software, such as software development environments, operating systems, virtualization environments and tools, website development and business process documentation tools that will be used in various courses. Students should check the Technology Requirements section of the Bulletin and/or the Course Schedule for the requirements relevant for Computer and Information Sciences majors to ensure they have, and are familiar with, the requisite hardware and software.

The following degree requirements are from the current Franklin University Academic Bulletin. If you began your coursework before the current academic year, please contact your SSA for your degree requirements. Always confirm your degree requirements with your SSA.

General Education (50 hours)

• COMM 120 - College Writing (4)
• COMM 320 - Business and Professional Communication (4)
• COMP 107 - Introduction to Web Authoring (1)
• COMP 108 - Introduction to Databases (1)
• MATH 160 - College Algebra (4)
• MATH 180 - Applied Calculus (4)
• MATH 380 - Probability and Statistics (4)
• PF 305 - Global Issues (4)
• PF 321* - Learning Strategies (2)
• SPCH 100 - Speech Communication (4) OR
  COMM 150 - Interpersonal Communication (4)
• Humanities Elective (4)
• Science Elective (4)
• Social and Behavioral Science Elective (4)
• General Education Electives (6)

*PF 321 must be taken prior to or concurrently with the first Computer Science BLF course.

Major Area (72 hours)

• COMP 111 - Introduction to Computer Science and Object-Oriented Programming (4)
• COMP 121 - Object-Oriented Data Structures and Algorithms I (4)
• COMP 201 - Principles of Computer Organization (2)
• COMP 202 - Principles of Computer Languages (2)
• COMP 203 - Principles of Operating Systems (2) 
• COMP 204 - Principles of Computer Networks (2) 
• COMP 205 - Survey of Computer Languages (4) 
• COMP 281 - Database Management Systems (4)
• COMP 294 - Computer Science Practicum I (2)
• COMP 311 - Object-Oriented Data Structures and Algorithms II (4)
• COMP 321 - Application Server Programming (4)
• COMP 325 - Human Computer Interaction (4)
• COMP 394 - Computer Science Practicum II (2)
• COMP 461 - Enterprise Software Architecture (4)
• COMP 486 - Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (4)
• COMP 495 - Computer Science Practicum III / Capstone (4)
• MATH 170 - Discrete Mathematics (4)
• MIS 310 - Information Systems Architecture and Technology (4)
• MIS 320 - Technical Communication (4)
• MIS 484 - Information Systems Security (4)
• Major Area Elective (4):
  • Any course in the Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Sciences (except MIS 300), or Web Development curriculum.
  • Any course, up to 4 credit hours, from another curriculum with approval from the Computer Science Program Chair. 

Graduate-Level Courses for
Bachelor of Science Degree (8 hours)

• MBA 705 - Achieving Organizational Effectiveness through Human Resources Management (4)
• MBA 706 - Understanding the Impact of Marketing (4)

The bachelor's degree will be awarded upon completion of all requirements listed above.

Choose one of the following three groups:

Major Courses for Vantage MBA (30 hours)

• GRAD 703 - Effectively Communicating & Collaborating (2)
• MBA 716 - Applying Financial and Managerial Accounting Concepts (4)
• MBA 726 - Developing Executive Financial Solutions (4)
• MBA 750 - Becoming a Global Competitor (4)
• MBA 760 - Developing and Implementing Winning Strategies (4)
• MBA 770 - Leading Organizational Change (4)
• MBA 771 - Leading Project Teams (4)
• MBA 772 - Assessing and Meeting Future Leadership Needs (4)

OR
Human Resources Concentration (34 hours)

• GRAD 703 - Effectively Communicating & Collaborating (2)
• MBA 716 - Applying Financial and Managerial Accounting Concepts (4)
• MBA 726 - Developing Executive Financial Solutions (4) 
• MBA 750 - Becoming a Global Competitor (4)
• MBA 760 - Developing and Implementing Winning Strategies (4)
• HRM 770 - Managing Human Resources From a Strategic Perspective (4)
• HRM 771 - Managing Talent to Maintain Performance Standards (4)
• MBA 772 - Assessing and Meeting Future Leadership Needs (4)
• HRM 773 - Measuring the Effectiveness of Existing Human Resources (4)

OR
Finance Concentration (34 hours)

• GRAD 703 - Effectively Communicating & Collaborating (2)
• MBA 716 - Applying Financial and Managerial Accounting Concepts (4)
• MBA 726 - Developing Executive Financial Solutions (4) 
• MBA 750 - Becoming a Global Competitor (4)
• MBA 760 - Developing and Implementing Winning Strategies (4)
• FINA 770 - Financial Leadership I: Exploring Financial Markets & Institutions (4)
• FINA 771 - Financial Leadership II: Understanding Advanced Corporate Finance (4)
• FINA 772 - Financial Leadership III: Developing the Investment Portfolio (4)
• FINA 773 - Financial Leadership IV: Managing Financial Operations in the
                  Age of Globalization (4) 

The Computer Science Program also offers an Associate of Science Degree, Bachelor of Science Degree, Subsequent Bachelor of Science Degree, Master of Science Degree, and Joint Programs of Study: B.S., Computer Science/M.S. in Computer Science.