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Online Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Strategy and Execution
Drexel University is Regionally Accredited
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Information Technology Strategy and Execution
***The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Information Technology Strategy & Execution program will not be accepting new students for the Academic Year 2025-2026. More information to follow.***
Successful organizations rely on leadership from employees who can shape policy, manage projects, and deliver return on investments in technology. Drexel University’s online Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Strategy and Execution is designed to train the next generation of digital strategists. The curriculum emphasizes software economics, project management, and information technology planning, strategy, and execution.
Program Features
- Fully online, 15-credit program
- Learn from highly respected faculty in both Drexel's LeBow College of Business and College of Computing & Informatics
- New and updated curriculum that focuses on the intersection of applied information technology and business
- Coursework is project-based to give you additional experience
- Can be stacked with other certificates to complete the MS in Business Information Technology
Related Programs
This certificate is part of a suite of five Business Information Technology certificates that can be applied toward Drexel’s Master of Science in Business Information Technology (MSBIT), jointly offered by Drexel's LeBow College of Business and College of Computing & Informatics (CCI). Three certificates must be completed to receive the MS degree, including the required foundational Graduate Certificate in Information Technology and Management. Learn more about the other four certificates, and MSBIT:
- Graduate Certificate in Digital Transformation
- Graduate Certificate in Information Systems Development
- Graduate Certificate in Information Technology and Management
- Graduate Certificate in Organizational Security
- MS in Business Information Technology
Drexel University offers a variety of Graduate Minors that can be added to any master's degree program.
State restrictions may apply to some programs.
Curriculum
This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.
| Required Courses | ||
| MIS 612 | Aligning Information Systems and Business Strategies | 3.0 |
| MIS 641 | MIS Policy and Strategy | 3.0 |
| ORGB 602 | Leading and Executing Change | 3.0 |
| SE 630 | Software Engineering Economics | 3.0 |
| SE 638 | Software Project Management | 3.0 |
| Total Credits | 15.0 | |
Admissions Criteria
- A four-year bachelor's degree in any major from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or an equivalent international institution
- A 3.0 GPA is preferred in a previously completed degree, bachelors or above
- At least 2 years professional experience in business or technology
Required Documents
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
- A completed application
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions attended (including trade schools)
- One letter of recommendation, although two are suggested (academic, professional, or both)
- Essay/Statement of Purpose
- In approximately 500 words, please describe what professional goals you hope to achieve, how an advanced degree facilitates that success, and anything else you want the Admissions Review Board to know about you.
- Resume
- Additional requirements for International Students
Tuition
The tuition rate for the academic year 2026-2027 is $1355 per credit.
For the academic year 2026-2027, students enrolled in an online graduate academic program will be charged a graduate online program fee of $125 per year.
Merit-Based Scholarships
The LeBow College of Business and College of Computing & Informatics offer the Business Information Technology (BIT) Merit Scholarship to top applicants.
Submission Guidelines
All international and domestic applicants to the MS Business Information Technology program and related certificates are automatically considered for a merit scholarship of 20% savings off of the total program tuition when they apply. There is no separate application. Please be sure to include all relevant items with your admissions application.
Scholarship Qualifications
Scholarship consideration is based on your admissions application, with a focus on academic achievement, professional experience, and unique personal attributes. The BIT Merit Scholarship is designed to attract top graduate-student talent, positioning you for success in the next step of your career.
Academic Calendar
2026-2027 Academic Year
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Fall 2026
September 22, 2026
December 5, 2026
December 7, 2026
December 12, 2026
Winter 2027
January 4, 2027
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Spring 2027
March 29, 2027
June 5, 2027
June 7, 2027
June 12, 2027
Summer 2027
June 21, 2027
August 7, 2027
August 9, 2027
August 14, 2027
2027-2028 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
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Exams Begin
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Fall 2027
August 23, 2027
December 8, 2027
December 13, 2027
December 17, 2027
Spring 2028
January 10, 2028
April 24, 2028
April 27, 2028
May 3, 2028
Summer 2028
May 15, 2028
August 5, 2028
August 7, 2028
August 11, 2028
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