Certificate in Business App Development
Program Overview
The Certificate in Business App Development equips students with the knowledge and skills to create tailored software solutions for business needs. Through hands-on projects and industry-relevant coursework in application design, web development, and database management, students gain the proficiency to effectively translate business requirements into innovative software solutions using contemporary tools and frameworks.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The undergraduate Certificate in Business App Development is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to create software solutions for business applications using contemporary tools and frameworks prevalent in the industry. The program focuses on teaching students how to gather system requirements from stakeholders and translate them into software solutions that meet business needs. Students will learn various methodologies, including waterfall and agile, to plan, design, develop, test, and debug business applications using a range of tools and technologies. The program emphasizes practical, hands-on problem-solving skills, teamwork, and application development using object-oriented programming languages and modern tools for cross-platform development.
Outline:
The program consists of three courses:
- CIS 340 Advanced Application Design and Development (3 credits): This course delves into advanced application design and development principles, equipping students with the skills to create sophisticated software solutions.
- CIS 410 Web Application Development (3 credits): This course focuses on the development of web applications, covering technologies and frameworks used in building dynamic and interactive web experiences.
- CIS 455 Advanced Database Management (3 credits): This course explores advanced database management concepts and techniques, enabling students to design, implement, and manage efficient and robust database systems.
Other:
The program is effective as of Fall 2022. Additional coursework may be required due to prerequisites.