2021-2022 Graduate Catalog w/ May Addendum 
    
    Nov 25, 2024  
2021-2022 Graduate Catalog w/ May Addendum [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Next Generation Technologies, M.S.


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This 36-semester hour Master of Science degree in Next Generation Technologies concentrates on next generation of technologies that could cause major disruptions in the way we live and work. Blockchain technology is the focus of this program at present because it is recognized worldwide as a serious disruptive force in history of money as well as ledger technologies. In a short period, hundreds and thousands of blockchains have emerged to address multiple problems in financial, business, social, and even political arenas.

Program Goals

The student graduating with a Master of Science in Next Generation Technologies program will be able to:

  • Recognize the necessity for conducting theoretical and empirical analysis;
  • Adapt to rapidly changing technology, advanced learning, and entrepreneurship qualities; and,
  • Master Blockchain as one specific type of disruptive technology.

*Current work experience is a requirement for successful learning during the full course of your MS degree program. If you are an F1 student, eligible CPT authorization is required for work placement. If you cannot work, you must submit a Waiver of Required Work Experience to your program lead.

Next Generation Technologies Requirements


The following courses comprise the Master of Science in Next Generation Technologies - 36 semester hours. The semester hour value of each course appears in parentheses ( ).

Complete the following Core courses (15 semester hours)


Complete the following experiential courses - 6 semester hours:


Complete the following Concentration:


Blockchain Concentration (15 semester hours)


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