BS in Information Technology—Network Administration

Bachelor of Science Information Technology—Network Administration

Degree Overview

Our computer networking degree for network server administrators will propel you to career success. The B.S. in Information Technology—Network Administration will prepare you with the cutting-edge network server administration skills that employers demand as well as 13 recognized industry certifications including your Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA). You will become an effective, marketable network server administrator.

Who the program is for:

• Established network server administrators who need a bachelor’s degree and additional certifications to advance their network server administration careers.
• Individuals who wish to become network server administrators and need the training and credentials to open doors.
• Individuals who have completed some college coursework or have applicable work experience.
• Individuals who can typically spend 15 or more hours per week on their studies.

This program will be flexible and adaptable to your schedule. Click here to learn how your program works.

What You’ll Learn — Areas of Study:

In this online networking degree program, you’ll learn all the essential skills and knowledge needed. This program includes eight domains of study and completion of a capstone project.

• Foundations
• General Education
• Information Technology Fundamentals
• Networking Server Administration
• Organizational Behavior and Management
• Systems Administration and Management
• Technical Writing
• Web Development

Total Program: 120 Competency Units (credit equivalents)
Less: Any competency units waived through transfer of prior college credits.

Note: Your prior college and IT certifications may waive some degree requirements. Click here to see what IT certifications may transfer to WGU.

More details about your challenging course of study

View the PDF program guide

What You’ll Earn — IT Certifications:

This program incorporates 13 industry recognized IT certifications as part of your degree program. You will study for and complete the following certification exams (which are all included in your tuition—a huge cost savings for you):

• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
• CIW Web Foundations Associate
• CIW Web Design Specialist
• CIW JavaScript Specialist
• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Project+
• CompTIA Security+
• Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows 7, Configuration
• Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA®)
• Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Windows OS Fundamentals
• Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Networking Fundamentals
• Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Security Fundamentals

Note: Your IT certifications may waive some degree requirements. Click here to see what IT certifications may transfer to WGU.

WGU is a Microsoft IT Academy Member

As a Microsoft IT Academy program member, WGU is able to offer students a world-class technology curriculum and courseware provided by Microsoft. Many (but not all) of your Microsoft courses will use this rich online learning resource which includes virtual labs that provide hands-on experience with Microsoft software to supplement your learning. The cost of certification exams is included in WGU tuition.

Answers to your questions
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• Is this program for me?
• Can I accelerate my progress?
• How will I complete my degree?

Is this program for me?

Whether you’re interested in starting or advancing your career in network administration, this program will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. Multiple respected industry certification tests are built into the program’s curriculum. If you already hold one or many certifications, you may be able to use them to clear portions of the degree requirements. You can also use your knowledge to move more quickly through the required subject area assessments. However, this is not an “easy” program. You are a good candidate only if you are prepared to work independently, study hard, and pass the required assessments.

Can I accelerate my progress?

As a WGU student you progress through your program by passing assessments. In consultation with your mentor, you set the pace at which you prepare for and take the assessments. Consequently, some WGU students with strong academic or career experience in the fields are able to go faster than the standard rate of progress. However, doing so isn’t easy. Many of the assessments are quite challenging, and students sometimes overestimate the knowledge they possess when they enter a program. On the other hand, a highly-motivated, self-disciplined individual is precisely the kind of student who does well at WGU. Speak to an Enrollment Counselor to discuss whether you’re the kind of student who might go faster.

How will I complete my degree?

As a WGU student, you take and complete assessments. You’ll prepare for your assessments by engaging various learning resources including textbooks, web tutorials, and online courses. You will determine what learning resources are best for you in consultation with your mentor using your personalized Degree Plan. You can learn more by exploring the WGU Experience. Speak to an Enrollment Counselor who can explain this program in greater depth.