Information Technology

Joint Programs of Study: Bachelor of Science (B.S.),
Information Technology / MBA (Vantage MBA^®)
150-154 semester hours

The Joint Programs of Study enables students to meet their undergraduate degree requirements by taking selected graduate-level courses. The graduate courses also are credited toward the completion of a master’s degree. The joint programs permit students to complete both degrees in fewer hours than would be required if the programs were taken separately. Students receive a bachelor’s degree upon successful completion of the degree requirements. Upon completion of the graduate degree requirements the student receives a master’s degree.

This joint program enables undergraduate Information Technology students to blend their degree program into a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, affording them the opportunity to complete both degrees in 150-154 semester hours.

Acceptance into one of the undergraduate programs of study at Franklin University does not ensure or guarantee acceptance into a Franklin University graduate program. (MBA admission is contingent upon successful completion of the B.S. degree with a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA and completion of work experience requirements). Application for enrollment into the MBA must be submitted two terms prior to commencing graduate level coursework.

Both the undergraduate- and graduate-level residency requirements must be met. A minimum 2.25 cumulative GPA is required in the undergraduate major area, and each undergraduate major area course must be completed with a grade of "C" or better to count toward degree requirements. Likewise, any graduate-level course listed in the undergraduate area may not be counted toward graduation if a grade of "C" or less is earned. Each degree is governed by the major program criteria and academic standards as set forth in the Franklin University Academic Bulletin.

It is recommended that students planning to pursue this program of study meet early in their course of study with the Student Services Associate who acts as the advisor to this program. 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 Core (50 hours)

• COMM 120 - College Writing (4)
• COMM 320 - Business and Professional Communication (4)
• COMP 106 - Introduction to Spreadsheets (1)
• COMP 107 - Introduction to Web Authoring (1)
• COMP 108 - Introduction to Databases (1)
• MATH 160 - College Algebra (4)
• MATH 215 - Statistical Concepts (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 & Behavioral Science Elective (4)
• General Education Electives (9)

*PF 321 must be taken prior to the first BLF course. 

Information Technology Area (24 hours)

• Structured Programming Course (4)

Students must have 20 hours of coursework in information technology. Courses can be selected from the following technology related areas:

University Electives (10 hours)

Any undergraduate courses offered by the University except developmental education courses.

Information Technology Major Area (28 hours)

• ITEC 281 - Database Management Systems (4)  
• ITEC 310 - Information Systems Architecture and Technology (4)
• ITEC 320 - Technical Communication (4)
• ITEC 370 - Principles of Network Design & Administration (4)
• ITEC 400 - UNIX Administration (4)
• ITEC 495 - Information Technology Capstone (4)
• MIS 484 - Information Systems Security (4)

The bachelor's degree will be awarded upon completion of all requirements listed above and 14 credit hours in the Graduate MBA Program.

Graduate-Level Courses for Bachelor of Science Degree (14 hours)

• GRAD 703 - Effectively Communicating & Collaborating (2) 
• MBA 705 - Achieving Organizational Effectiveness through Human Resources Management (4)
• MBA 706 - Understanding the Impact of Marketing (4)
• MBA 716 - Applying Managerial Accounting Concepts (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 (24 hours)

• MBA 726 - Developing Executive Financial Solutions (4) 
• MBA 750 - Becoming a Global Business 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 (28 hours)

• MBA 726 - Developing Executive Financial Solutions (4) 
• MBA 750 - Becoming a Global Business 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 (28 hours)

• MBA 726 - Developing Executive Financial Solutions (4) 
• MBA 750 - Becoming a Global Business 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) 

Acceptance into one of the undergraduate programs of study at Franklin University does not ensure or guarantee acceptance into a Franklin University graduate program. (MBA admission is contingent upon successful completion of the B.S. degree with a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA and completion of work experience requirements.) Application for enrollment into the Vantage MBA Program must be submitted two terms prior to commencing graduate level coursework.

Both the undergraduate- and graduate-level residency requirements must be met. A minimum 2.25 cumulative GPA is required in the undergraduate major area, and each undergraduate major area course must be completed with a grade of "C" or better to count toward degree requirements. Likewise, any graduate course listed may not be counted toward graduation if a grade of "C" or less is earned. Each degree is governed by the major Program criteria and academic standards as set forth in the Franklin University Academic Bulletin.

It is recommended that students planning to pursue this Program of study meet early in their course of study with the Student Services Associate who acts as the advisor to this Program.

Students in the Computer Science and Information Technology 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 Academic 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 Information Technology Program also offers an Associate of Science Degree, Bachelor of Science Degree, Subsequent B.S. Degree and Minor.