Informational technology refers to the study, design, development, implementation, support or management of computer-based information systems, particularly software applications and computer hardware.
There are many advantages for students who are interested in informational technology. Not only does information technology bring the world closer together, but it allows important information to be shared faster and more efficient than ever before.
When studying informational technology at Kean University, students can participate in a wide range of research, industry internships, study groups, capstone courses, and much more. Once students graduate with a degree in information technology, they join employers like Verizon, Google, Dow Jones, FedEx and other popular brands.
Teshay Gibbons, a senior majoring in information technology, wants to use her degree to become a database administrator and is interested in the website design field. “Making time to do work can be really difficult,” Gibbons said, “but all of the hard work pays off because I’m doing something that I like.”
If a student would like to major in informational technology, yet has another major they are passionate about, they should consider a double major or pursue a minor in another field. This could be very rewarding, especially for students who have a broad range of passions and interests.
Christian Bermeo, a junior also majoring in informational technology, is interested in learning more about the technology business in hopes of owning a business or corporation in the future. He advises any students who are interested in majoring in informational technology “to explore all areas of informational technology and to keep their minds open to experience as much as possible.”
“Students who major in information technology have a lot more opportunities,” Gibbons said. “Not only do they have better advantages in the job field, but we learn a variety of things in college that could help us in the future.”
In order for students to major in informational technology, they must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 at the time of the admission and at least have 6 credits of TECH courses with a “C” grade or better.
To Bermeo, an internship may be beneficial to aspiring information technology majors. Speaking of his experience interning at Novartis, he states, “Being an intern for Novartis has been an amazing experience. I learned a lot and I’m still learning there. Novartis taught me how a big corporation operates in the real world, not only aided me with my work ethics but also to grow as person. I would advise everyone to try an internship because it will open your eyes to a whole new world, and maybe to your future.”
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