What is Information Technology?
Information Technology is an exciting industry that brings business and technology together. IT allows people and organizations to become more productive and creative through the efficient use of computers, networks and information.
Why Take an IT Minor?
A minor in Information Technology can provide the knowledge and experience you will need to work with computer systems in a variety of industries. An IT minor can help you understand new technology trends and take advantage of them in your future career.
At the Mount, a minor in Information Technology consists of 3.0 units, with 1.5 units at the 2000 level or above.
IT Graduate Success Stories
Information Technology courses have helped prepare Mount graduates for a variety of exciting careers.
Additional Information
New students are no longer admitted to Bachelor, Diploma or Certificate IT programs. However, an exciting array of IT courses are available as electives, or as credit toward an IT minor.
Many IT courses are also available online through Distance Education.
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Robert Farmer, Department Chair.
"Without sufficient computer skills, how can you compete? Take the opportunity, and get yourself ready!"
- Jianghong “Sunny” Zhang, BAA IT '08, Records Analyst, Bank of Canada
"In 10 years, you will need an IT background just to get an interview, no matter what type of business!"
- Brad Logan, BAA IT '10, Senior Developer, GSCM Innovative Solutions