
	CompTIA A+
	CIW Professional
	MS 70-270 Windows XP Cert
	Sun Certified Associate for the Java Platform
	Sun Certified Programmer for the Java Platform
	CompTIA Network+
	CompTIA Security+
	CompTIA Project+
	CIW Associates
	Oracle Certified Associate (OCA)
	Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
	Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)

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Bachelor of Science

Information Technology—Databases Emphasis

Want to strengthen or develop your skills and career opportunities in the fast-growing field of database administration? This challenging degree program will enable you to gain the leading-edge skills employers are looking for—plus earn ten industry certifications without adding classes or costs. You'll double your marketability! At WGU, you're not just moving toward your bachelor's degree, you’re acquiring respected industry certifications that will quickly propel you forward in your career as a Database Administrator.

In addition to the databases administration specialization, the program's core components provide a rigorous, broad, and credible knowledge base across several IT areas: networks, operating systems, databases, software, security, e-commerce, and project management. It also includes lower-division general education areas of study if those are not cleared through prior college experience.

IT Certifications Incorporated into the Program (At No Extra Cost)

Like all WGU programs, progress in the IT—Databases degree is measured by passing challenging assessments. In this program, the assessments are actual industry certification exams. Thus, as a student in the program you will study for and complete the following certification exams (which are all included in your tuition—a huge cost savings for you):

CIW Professional	CompTIA Network+
CIW Associates	CompTIA Security+
MS 70-270 Windows XP Cert	CompTIA Project+
Sun Certified Associate for the Java Platform
CompTIA A+
CIW v5 Database Design Specialist

WGU is the recipient of the USDLA 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning for 2008, awarded in recognition of our success in expanding access to higher education.

"Western Governors University has raised the bar of excellence," said Dr. John Flores, CEO of USDLA.

"We are truly honored by WGU's contributions to the distance learning industry."

TIME Magazine Article

WGU’s competency-based model continues to receive accolades, with our most recent recognition in a TIME magazine article,
“Go Western, Young Man”.

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WGU’s Competency-Based Programs

Reaching New Heights

Your success at WGU is based on what you know and what you can do. Our carefully designed assessments give you the opportunity to prove you have the knowledge and experience necessary to succeed.

Benefits of Competency-Based Learning

• NO required number of credit hours

• NO rigid class schedules

• NO need to relearn things you already know