Potomac College - Washington, DC

Potomac College was founded in 1991 and has continued to offer programs leading to the Associate of Science and the Bachelor of Science degrees that are in high demand fields. Potomac College is unique in its devotion to one goal—the needs of the working adult.

Imagine being able to pursue your degree at a pace and time that works with your busy schedule. Potomac College offers practical and tailored curricula to a diverse community of working adults and students. It is our goal to make education obtainable regardless of a student's schedule and finances. Our academic advisors are trained to assess your educational needs and tailor a curriculum that matches your career goals and expected time of completion. And with two convenient locations in Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia, your view for a better life broadens the moment you sign up.

We work individually with each of our students to establish an academic pathway that best satisfies his or her needs, and how these needs relate to their course of study as well as their ultimate professional goals. We offer the convenience of time, location, and program pace; factors that we believe contribute to the overall success of our institution and help our students balance their life with their education.

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Associate of Science in Information Systems

An Associate's degree in Information Systems prepares students for entry-level positions in information systems for public and private companies, city and county governments and non-profit organizations. It provides theoretical understanding and technical expertise in developing and managing an organization's technical resources.

This program provides the foundation that allows students flexibility in choosing careers in which computer technology plays an integral part. Students will gain knowledge of the logical and physical information system components and processes that provide information storage, retrieval, manipulation, transmission, communication, presentation and analysis. Students also study the computer's impact on business and industry.

Associate of Science in Network Security Management

This Associate of Science Degree in Network Security Management program at Potomac College consists of extensive courses in computer networking and Internet security. These courses address protocols used to access and transfer information over both public and private networks. Students also learn about fundamental loss prevention concepts, how to implement a total security program and the methods used to protect and assess online information resources. Modern businesses have huge investments in the virtual world of cyberspace. These investments require professionals who are well versed and experienced in a wide range of knowledge and technological security to monitor and oversee them.

Program components in computer and online forensics cover several different areas. These areas include tracking offenders, hiding data, encryption and computer investigation. Students develop a thorough understanding of running information technology systems, while simultaneously pursuing a scrupulous program in effective network security management.

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems - Management

Computer science degree program courses are designed to provide students with the ability to efficiently manage the diverse information resources of a business or organization. This course of study provides students with an expansive and in-depth understanding of both management principles and the basic fundamentals of information systems. These classes allow students to learn to function effectively in a variety of corporate settings. The Management specialization provides students with the skills required to productively participate in and support the increasingly visible and imperative role of computer science in corporate decision making. The career education program of study focuses on the methods, concepts, and realistic applications of information systems in the workplace.

It develops Potomac College graduates' abilities to conceptualize and direct the design and implementation of high-quality information systems through multiple disciplines related to computer science. Information systems and technology are two elements that are imperative to the success of a business. Evolving technology has taken business to a drastically different place from where it was only decades ago. Computers and the Internet have allowed companies to sell products and network in almost any area of the world. Virtually all companies must deal with technology, computers and online processes. If you enjoy working with computers, technology and the Internet, you may benefit from a degree in Information Systems Management at our school. You should also work well and collaborate with others, love to troubleshoot and be able to solve problems quickly.

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems - Cyber Security

A Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems prepares students for entry-level positions in information systems for public and private companies, city and county governments and non-profit organizations. It provides theoretical understanding and technical expertise in developing and managing an organization's technical resources. These resources include logical, physical, human and financial resources.

The Cyber Security specialization includes the design, creation and management of a secure networking environment, with an emphasis on risk analysis, protection techniques and recovery skills.

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Accreditation

Potomac College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, (267) 284-5000.

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

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