Background Information:

The BSc. in Business Information Technology program was carefully and strategically designed to curb the cumulative needs of local and international organizations. One of the major objectives of the program is to respond to industry and market requirements by giving more significance to practical hands-on considerations. The program was designed over three years with relevant industry consultations to ensure we meet the demands and expectations of the industry.

Uniqueness

The program unifies the Information Technology essentials of databases, networking, programming, human-computer interaction, and Web systems. It introduces and covers technologies such as mobile applications, non-relational databases, etc. Students are taught to develop a solid comprehension of the underlying models, concepts, and practical hands-on applications. Our students are encouraged to work in teams applying what they learn in class by solving real-life and corporate computing and information technology problems and honing their critical thinking skills.

The hands-on nature of the program ensures that students participate in corporate and professional development-related activities and experiences beginning from their Freshman and Sophomore years through to the time they graduate from, Palm.

Significant Emphasis

Each student is educated to acquire the following distinct skills and competencies in problem-solving and analysis, modern and standardized documentation, configuration, hardware engineering, input/output process, implementation, integration, software design, determining system architecture, monitoring, systems administration, software development, technical support, troubleshooting, defining systems requirements, effective communications and network administration.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the BSc. Business Information Technology program would acquire skills and competencies that would prepare them to become professionals in the following areas. They would confidently fit into corporate positions such as: 

• Business Analyst
• Computer Service Technician
• Cyber Security Specialist
• Data Analyst
• Database Administrator
• Hardware Engineer
• IT Consultant
• IT Manager
• Programmer
• Software Developer
• Web Developer

Background Information:

The BSc. Business Administration program is designed to respond to local and global industry and market needs and requirements. The program emphasizes practical and hands-on considerations that meet employer needs and expectations. It prepares graduates for the local and global job market markets by equipping them with the right soft and hard skills that meet employer expectations.

Aim:

The program aims to produce graduates that are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and ability to work in the private and public sectors of local and global economies.

Differences between Palm Business Administration and that of other universities.

Uniqueness:

• Career focus, preparation, and readiness 
• Certificate of Professional Ethical Leadership 
• Internationalization
  • French for Local and International Business
  • Exchanges with Oklahoma State University Spears School of Business

Objectives of the BSc. Business Administration Program:

• Graduates of the program would:
  1. Acquire top-level managerial and leadership skills and competencies for handling and adapting to major changes in business tasks in the 21st century.
  2. Use the knowledge and skills they acquired to create entrepreneurial businesses that solve national and continental problems and employ others.
  3. Critically analyze business problems and solve them using technology, finance, accounting, managerial and entrepreneurial skills. 
  4. Possess an enquiring mind ready to engage with emerging real-world problems and pursuit of further knowledge and education. 
  5. Go on to acquire higher qualifications with Professional bodies such as the Institute of Human Resource Management, Procurement and Supply Chain, Institute of Chartered Accountants, and Chartered Institute of Marketing.

Career Prospects:

Graduates of this program are well-prepared for the following roles among others:

• Administrators
• Assistant Managers
• Public Sector
• Entrepreneurs
• Sales Manager
• Business Consultant
• Financial Analyst
• Market Research Analyst
• Insurance Underwriter
• Labor Relations Officer

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Background Information:

The need for constant innovation and creativity in industry locally and internationally continues to motivate companies around the globe to consistently review and revise their modus operandi. Almost every industry and organization in the world has adopted remote workplaces in various forms supported by computer networks infrastructure and IT personnel who are and must be familiar with the changing network and security needs of the stakeholders. 

Aim:

The aim of the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program is to produce graduates who are endowed with technical pedagogy, practical, analytical, and leadership skills to propose, develop and apply critical data-driven, software and computer networking solutions to support a range of industrial needs. The program is also designed to train graduates who can identify IT security needs and concerns in various industries and offer the appropriate solutions.

Uniqueness

At the beginning of Senior Year (Level 400), students will have the opportunity to choose one out of the following pathways:

1. Software Engineering 
2. Data Management & Analytics
3. Computer Network & Security

 Career Prospects:

Graduates can serve in the following roles:

• Software Tester
  • Web Developer
  • Systems Analyst
  • Business Analyst
  • Product Manager
  • Network Architect
  • Software Engineer
  • Software Developer
  • Full-Stack Developer
  • Engineering Manager
  • User Interface Designer
  • Database Administrator
  • Cloud Computing Engineer
  • Information Security Analyst
  • Chief Information Security Officer
  • Software Quality Assurance Manager
  • Information Technology Specialist
  • Mobile Application Designer or Developer
  • Research And Development (R&D) Scientist
  • Computer Scientist or Computer Science Researcher
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Engineer