The Information Systems Foundations specialization provides an immersive experience into software development and information systems across four courses. Designed to progressively build from basic concepts to advanced applications, it aims to arm you with practical skills in software engineering, domain modeling, and Python programming. Beginning with advanced software engineering techniques and systems thinking, this specialization advances through object-oriented programming, culminating in hands-on Python projects that tackle real-world problems. Throughout this specialization, you'll master the art of modeling significant business applications swiftly and effectively, preparing you for challenges in the professional world of information systems.
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Information Systems Foundations Specialization
Elevate Your Career as a Tech Leader. Master the art of modeling business applications and prepare yourself for the professional world of information systems.
Instructors: Yizhen Zhao
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What you'll learn
You will learn about constructing domain models.
You will be introduced to preliminary topics in data science and explore the process of building a web application using Python.
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Skills you'll gain
- Software Visualization
- Application Development
- Software Engineering
- Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
- Software Development
- Engineering Software
- Software Development Life Cycle
- Risk Management
- Computer Programming
- Business Process Modeling
- User Centered Design
- Data Modeling
- Systems Thinking
- Object Oriented Design
- Development Environment
- Software Design
- Business Architecture
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- Earn a career certificate from Northeastern University
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Frequently asked questions
Yes. This content fulfills to pre-requisite coursework (previously called MSIS Bridge) to start your performance-based admissions pathway courses for the Online MS in Information Systems program.
This specialization can be completed in 2 months by dedicating 10 hours a week to the coursework.
No background knowledge required. These courses are designed specifically to give learners with no previous tech or engineering experience the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the Master of Science in Information Systems program at Northeastern University.
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