TECHNICAL SAVVY

WITH A BUSINESS APPROACH

The Goddard School IST program focuses on business application of computer technologies used in business and industry.

• Industry-experienced faculty members enhance classroom theory with practical applications.
• Constantly upgraded curriculum offers the latest in technology and in IT practices.
• Well-equipped, state-of-the-art computer classrooms and labs provide numerous hands-on opportunities.

An IST degree, with its balanced education in computer technologies and business systems, is also excellent preparation for graduate school, whether you're looking to earn an MBA or pursue a masters degree in Information Systems or other related fields.

 HIGH DEMAND

HIGH SALARY

Demand is high for computer-related jobs. In 2005, the Utah Information Technology Association (UITA) identified more than 3,100 IT companies operating in Utah, providing 41,000 high-paying jobs. Our graduates usually enter the workforce at an annual salary between $40,000 and $45,000 per year. According to the National Association of Colleges & Employers, the national average salary offer for May 2006 IST graduates was $49,672. Most graduates are making $60,000 or more annually within five years.

Some Specific Companies and Their Offered Salaries

WIDE VARIETY

With an IST degree, you may become a specialist in a large organization, or you may become a jack-of-all-trades as the only information technology professional in a small organization. Wherever you work, you will make a difference.

Organizations around the country seek out our graduates. Employers of our recent graduates include:

• 3COM
• Albertson's
• ATK Launch Systems
• The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
• Convergys
• Dell Inc.
• Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA)
• Flying J
• Harris Corporation
• Intermountain Health Care
• Iomega
• MarketStar
• Microsoft Corporation
• Management & Training Corporation
• Southwest Airlines
• SPS Payment Systems
• Wells Fargo

CONVENIENT

The IST department is located at Weber State University Davis in Layton, Utah. Close to Hill Air Force Base and I-15, WSU Davis offers the full services of the university. All IST major courses are taught at WSU Davis. In addition to core classes offered during the day, all courses are offered at night to accommodate the schedules of full-time workers.

The IST department offered an excellent degree. As a single mother, I found the classes scheduled at times that allowed for work. The program offered the business background that the work force desires as well as the technology skills that interested me. When I completed my degree, I was able to obtain a great job.

SIAN DAGOSTI NO, System Administrator, Flying J

The Department of Information Systems & Technologies (IST) provides you with a balanced education in computer technologies and business operations.

As an IST student, you may choose to emphasize either information security or system development in your course work. An IST degree prepares you to work as a computer programmer, Web developer, systems analyst, network engineer, network administrator, information security officer, systems integrator, database administrator, system administrator, project manager or in other related fields. You'll enjoy a wide range of opportunities.

Recent Graduate Highlight

"After graduating from the IST program at WSU, I went to work for Iomega Corporation in Roy. There was still so much to learn about the technologies I would be using and how the company used information to run the business.

"I was really surprised at how much I needed to know about general business functions, like sales, finance and operations. I am thankful I had the business courses from the IST degree to help prepare me for what I needed to know and learn in my new career.

"I spend most of my days developing new tools and reports that are used by various business users. I primarily use C# and ASP.NET in Application Development, but I write a lot of Oracle PL/SQL, use a reporting tool called Business Objects, and a data transformation tool called Data Integrator. People with experience with these tools are very marketable and highly paid."

- Aaron C. Judd