Salary Survey Report for Job: Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer

The BSIT focuses on the analysis, design and development of information technology within the context of business systems. This program's specialization, Visual Communication, concentrates on the design and development of digital media presentations.

The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology/Software Engineering (BSIT/SE) program provides the knowledge to successfully apply information technology theory and principles to address real world business opportunities and challenges. Under the guidance of practitioner faculty, the student uses innovative digital materials to develop competencies to apply: Systems Analysis and Design, Computer Programming, Database Development, Network Technologies, Information Systems Security, Web Technologies and Project Planning. This program's specialization, Software Engineering, concentrates on principles of software application development. The curriculum is designed to produce graduates ready to function in information technology positions with the competencies, skills, and attitudes necessary for success in the workplace. It forms the basis for continued career growth, life-long learning as an IT professional, or a future graduate program.

Consider the Kaplan University online Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certificate program if you are interested in possessing one of the most sought after and premier certifications within the Microsoft offerings. As you maximize your worth to your company by receiving this certification, you will have the chance to advance your career. Learn to analyze IT network environments and manage users and resources, ensuring that workstations and personal computers are dependable. Add MCSE skills to your repertoire to achieve organizational goals while possibly advancing your career. Learn to design and implement systems for business structure, analyze IT network environments, and manage users and resources.

This is a professional certificate offered by Kaplan Continuing Education. Please note our Kaplan Continuing Education certificates are not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid

Regis University's software engineering computer degree program is a unique joint degree offered in partnership with the National University of Ireland, Galway. The innovative online computer degree combines the expertise of two universities located in different regions of the world to develop and manage a truly international online educational experience. The program is ideal for computer systems designers and analysts, software engineers, and database administrators who need to keep current with computer information systems, especially as they relate to global commerce.

Software architecture, one of the fastest growing job sectors in the country, focuses on integrating and maintaining complex software systems within an organization. This specialization offers courses in software development, design, and construction in multiple platforms, including Web and mobile. It also emphasizes project management and communication skills, providing a blend of business and technology skills increasingly valued in today's businesses. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing technical specialist positions in software, data, or applications architecture; software development; or database administration.

The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program features a concentration in Software Systems Engineering. In addition to important undergraduate foundation studies, students can learn to elicit, identify, define and document software requirements. They also will be challenged to develop use case scenarios for requirement creation and software design. Successful students should learn competencies in applying appropriate software design models to develop a software solution as well as planning, implementing and reporting software testing.

This BSIT degree program with a concentration in Software Systems Engineering is designed to help prepare students to pursue such positions as Software Engineer, Computer Programmer, Applications Engineer, Software Architect, Web Software Developer, and many others.

The BSIT degree program with a concentration in Software Systems Engineering includes 8 résumé-enhancing Professional Certificates that allow students to accrue valuable knowledge and real-world skills as they progress towards the completion of the degree.

The Executive Graduate Certificate program is designed for mid and senior level managers, professional and technical specialists and individuals seeking career opportunities in the Information Systems field. The curriculum encompasses the knowledge and skills needed in pertinent professional areas. Persons interested should possess at least a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Also available: a Diploma, an Associate in Arts, a Bachelor of Science and an Undergraduate Certificate in Information Systems.

Within this curriculum, students have the option of choosing an emphasis in:

• Networking
• Software Engineering

Take your software development career to the next level. WGU’s B.S. in Information Technology—Software program provides you with solution-drive software development skills that employers demand along with ten IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who has software development experience, wants to specialize in software development, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies.

This flexible, accredited program incorporates ten IT certifications including Sun Certified Java Programmer (SCJP) at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You’ll also complete coursework in operating systems, networks, databases, security, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.

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. WGU was also recognized by TIME Magazine as the “best relatively cheap university you’ve never heard of” in the 11/13/08 issue of the periodical.

Software bugs are so prevalent and detrimental that they cost the U.S. economy an estimated $59.5 billion annually, according to the Department of Commerce. Villanova University's Software Testing program helps Internet Technology (IT) professionals, or those who want to transition into the software testing part of the IT field, become highly productive and effective testing professionals, managers and leaders. Three eight-week online courses prepare you for today's rigorous testing demands while providing powerful tools and techniques to help you earn industry-recognized certification from the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB®).

This Master Certificate program is ideal for test analysts, test engineers, test consultants, test managers, user acceptance testers, software developers or other IT professionals who may be expected to obtain advanced credentials.

About Villanova University
Villanova University knows how to develop and deliver online business education better than anyone. With tens of thousands of enrollments including leaders from top organizations, the programs have earned a reputation for excellence - making Villanova the worldwide leader in professional education online. U.S. News & World Report has ranked Villanova University #1 in the 'Best Universities - Master's, North Region' category for more than a decade, and BusinessWeek has ranked the undergraduate business school #19 in the nation.