2013 - 2016

University of Arizona Global Campus

BA - Business Information Systems <(---click for link to full program

The Bachelor of Arts in Business Information Systems degree from the Forbes School of Business and Technology® at the University of Arizona Global Campus is designed to equip graduates with a comprehensive understanding of the interaction, planning, development, and operations of information systems within a business or organization1. The program focuses on building a repository of skills that are highly relevant in the modern business environment1.

Throughout the program, you would have gained knowledge and expertise in various areas, including:

• Information technology planning: You would have learned how to develop effective information systems solutions by applying analytical, logical, and critical thinking abilities1.

• Networking: You would have acquired skills in evaluating information systems and enterprise solutions to meet business challenges1.

• E-business strategies: The program would have provided insights into the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, providers, and society1.

• Strategic data utilization: You would have learned to develop alternative information systems solutions to address business problems1.

• Business management: The curriculum would have covered processes that support the delivery and management of information systems within the business application environment1.

In addition to these technical skills, the program also emphasizes problem-solving, leadership, and collaborative team skills1. These skills are crucial in designing, developing, and implementing new or existing information systems within businesses and organizations1.

• Apply analytical, logical, and critical thinking abilities in the development of effective information systems solutions

• Evaluate information systems and enterprise solutions appropriate to meet presented business challenges

• Compare and contrast the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, providers, and society

• Develop alternative information systems solutions appropriate for addressing business problems

• Evaluate processes that support the delivery and management of information systems within the business application environment

• Apply knowledge to make responsible decisions when addressing professional, ethical, legal, and social issues and responsibilities relevant to the Information Technology discipline

• Employ collaborative team skills to accomplish a common goal

"Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today." - Malcolm X

Impressive IT Skills

2009 - 2010

University of Phoenix

AA - Organizational Psychology

• Organizational psychological principles in managing human work performance and interaction

• Develop a working a knowledge of Psychology's content domains and their application.

• Scientific reasoning to psychological research of the human experience.

• Integrate diversity and ethical considerations to psychological practices.

• Ethical and Social Responsibility

• Industrial/Organizational Psychology

• Psychology

• Scientific Inquiry

• Critical Thinking

• Research Writing

The program provides a general education foundation and covers topics such as motivational processes, leadership behaviors, and employee well-being. It equips you with the skills to promote employee well-being, influence performance, and understand team dynamics. You’ll also gain insights into how individuals and groups behave within organizations, how to improve workplace dynamics, and how to enhance employee performance and satisfaction.

In your career in IT, you can apply your knowledge in organizational psychology in several ways:

1. Team Collaboration: Apply concepts such as team building, conflict resolution, and communication strategies to foster effective collaboration among IT professionals.

2. Leadership Development: Develop effective leadership styles, motivate team members, and facilitate organizational change.

3. Employee Engagement: Create an IT work environment that fosters employee well-being, job satisfaction, and retention.

4. Change Management: Manage change effectively, minimize resistance, and ensure successful implementation of new technologies or processes.

5. Workplace Diversity and Inclusion: Understand the benefits of diversity and inclusion and create an inclusive work environment that values and leverages individual differences.

By leveraging the principles and concepts learned in your degree program, you can contribute to creating a positive work environment, enhancing team performance, and driving organizational success in your IT career.