Overview

Within this Network and System Administration Graduate Certificate from the Fairleigh Dickinson University students learn the fundamentals of operating systems, networking and information security, and they obtain hands-on lab experience in these subjects. Looking ahead, employment opportunities in network administration are expected to be above average in the overall IT sector.

Students must complete 15 credits of required courses and one 3-credit elective course and will be eligible to receive a certificate in this area. Moreover, students are encouraged to obtain professional certifications to enhance their career objectives. A number of courses in this certificate program may help lead to professional certification in Network+or Security+. To take any course in the certificate program , a student must meet all the prerequisites for that required course.

Mission of the Network and System Administration at Fairleigh Dickinson University

Fairleigh Dickinson University is a center of academic excellence dedicated to the preparation of world citizens through global education. The University strives to provide students with the multi-disciplinary, intercultural, and ethical understandings necessary to participate, lead, and prosper in the global marketplace of ideas, commerce, and culture.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Programming for Information Technologists
Data Communication & Computer Networks
IT needs Assessment & Management
Network & Info Security

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-26 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Madison, United States

Disciplines

Mathematics Business Information Systems View 146 other Bachelors in Business Information Systems in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit an application.
Upload or mail your academic records from all secondary schools attended. If your transcripts, diploma, or any other academic documents are not in English, you MUST include an official English translation.Include any AP, IB, and/or GCE scores. You may be eligible for transfer credit for the following exams and qualifying scores: Metropolitan Campus AP Policy or Florham Campus AP Policy
Submit a TOEFL, IELTS, PTE-A, or SAT score.
Submit two (2) letters of recommendation from academic references.
Submit a copy of your passport.
Submit a bank statement and Affidavit of Financial Support if you are seeking an F-1 visa.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

40000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40000 USD per year during 48 months.
National

35944 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35944 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

35944 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35944 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Madison

1793 - 4414 USD /month

Living costs

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