In its first-ever ranking, TechRepublic evaluated schools that provide information systems education geared toward careers in administration, consulting, and management. The publication, which is widely read by technology professionals, highlighted ten schools with particularly strong programs. “Our Education Committee pored over information from lots of different colleges and universities and ultimately came up with this list of ten ‘can’t miss’ programs,” said Jason Hiner, editor in chief of TechRepublic, in an introduction to the report. “A degree from one of these ten programs will provide a great foundation for a successful information technology career.” The top ten schools are: Brigham Young University, Carnegie Mellon University, James Madison University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Pennsylvania State University, Temple University, University of Arizona, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Maryland, and Virginia Tech. TechRepublic evaluated programs based on curriculum, cost-value-analysis, student-to-faculty ratio, percentage of faculty with a doctorate degree, placement within six months after graduation, co-ops and internships offered in the program, number of computer labs, and overall strength of the program.
The complete report can be found online at downloads.techrepublic.com.com/abstract.aspx?docid=392490. |