Prepare for a career in information technology within the manufacturing and/or supply chain sectors with a Bachelor of Information Technology and Management/Bachelor of Industrial Technology and Management dual degree from Chicago's only tech-focused university.Acquire a broad range of technical knowledge and specific capabilities required to select, integrate, install, customize, maintain, and manage the computing infrastructure for an industrial organization. Gain critical thinking, managerial, communication, and leadership skills to excel in management positions. Understand practical approaches for achieving efficient operations using enterprise-level data management systems, industry best practices, and technology deployment.Attain the following career skills from the BITM-BINTM dual degree program:
Creating and effectively communicating innovative technology solutions for the problems of business and industry
Analyzing, designing, administering, and supporting secure computer and network-based systems that conform to policy and best practices
Applying current industry, technical, and mathematical concepts and practices in core information technologies
Fundamental knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems
Understanding principles and practices for secure computing and application development/programming
Applied practice in networking, databases and information management, web systems, and technologies
Applied practice in system integration, architecture, administration, and maintenance
Understanding how to integrate and employ various technologies, systems, and industry best practices to achieve efficient operations
Understanding how to identify, evaluate, and address a wide range of operational, situational, and managerial challenges
Ability to function on multidisciplinary teams, manage and lead projects, and communicate effectively and professionally at all levels
Experienced faculty use a hands-on, reality-based approach to education with theoretical content and practical application. Apply what is learned in class to solve real-life problems with laboratory-based instruction. Acquire a broadened understanding of industrial operations and the managerial skills needed to move into higher-level positions.