University of Nebraska, Omaha

What you'll study

Students study a mix of technical and business subjects designed to create professionally versatile graduates.

• Core technical topics: fundamentals of programming, database design and administration, systems analysis and design, networking concepts, information security principles and web/multi-tier application development.
• Business and management topics: principles of management, accounting or finance basics, business process modelling, project management and organisational behaviour relevant to IT projects.
• Applied and professional practice: team-based software projects, systems implementation case studies, internships or capstone projects that simulate enterprise requirements and stakeholder communication.

Entry requirements

Typical admission expects a high-school diploma or equivalent with a solid background in mathematics. Universities often look for recommended coursework in algebra, precalculus or statistics and may consider placement tests or portfolio items for computing experience. Transfer applicants present college transcripts and any completed programming or IT coursework.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles that sit between business and technology such as systems analyst, business analyst, database administrator, IT project coordinator, application developer or IT consultant. With experience or additional certifications, pathways extend into IT management, solutions architecture, cybersecurity specialisations or consulting.

Scholarships & funding angle

Prospective students should explore institutional merit scholarships, need-based aid and department-specific awards for information systems or business majors. Additional funding can come from external industry scholarships, employer tuition reimbursement for internships/co‑ops, and competitive grants for research or capstone projects.