Columbia University's Technology Programs prepares highly motivated adults for professional advancement in the fields of data processing and information systems. The vision of the program is to help adults transform into new careers in IT, or build upon their existing IT experiences.

There are two specific technology programs offered at Columbia: Computer Technology and Applications (CTA) and Executive Information Technology Management (EITM). CTA offers 5 areas of concentration: Analysis and Design of Information Systems (ADIS), Database Development, Programming in C++ and JAVA, Network Administration, and E-Commerce. EITM offers 3 management concentrations: Database, Information Systems, and Product Development.
(for more info: www.ce.columbia.edu)

Dr. Langer is the Chair of faculty and curriculum for both programs and also lectures in the following four courses.
Please click on the courses that interest you to see each course's syllabus.

Computer Technology & Applications.

QC2101: Object and Structured Analysis

A comprehensive exploration of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and the concepts, strategies and methodologies used in structured systems analysis and design. Throughout the course, students use various modeling tools, analysis techniques and Computer-Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tools to develop data flow diagrams, data dictionaries, entity relationship diagrams and process specifications for assigned case studies. Other topics include: interviewing techniques; prototyping; installation; testing; training; maintenance; object-oriented approaches to analysis; the role of CASE tools in the SDLC. Prerequisite: none.

QC2204: Database Specification and Design

A comprehensive approach to the development of full-scale relational database systems for all hardware platforms and the wide range of data modeling techniques available to system designers today. Work in this course consists of developing a complete set of design documentation for a case-study which the student chooses. Other topics discussed are: entity relationship diagramming; the data catalog; data integrity; the use of normalization to eliminate data redundancy; the relational database model; object-oriented database design techniques; denormalization; physical database design. Prerequisite: System Development/Structured Analysis.

QC7401: Information Systems Development Lab

Students develop a corporate case study for which they must provide a comprehensive IS solution that will meet the present and foreseeable future management needs. The case study includes a thorough evaluation of an entire IS department including Return On Investments (ROI), budgeting projects, and scheduling resources. Students work with the instructor in both classroom and mentor environments.

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The ADIS track prepares students for this arena by providing them with the necessary technical and management education necessary to meet these challenges. ADIS is recommended for those seeking specialized training in applying computer technology to the process of business decision making. The program is geared toward individuals such as managers, network administrators, consultants, analysts, database designers, and information specialists who are interested in managing and designing information systems.

 

Advanced Information Technology Management

IT4116: IT in the Business Environment

An examination of IT as a crucial sector of operations of most business organizations. The first part of the course focuses on the structuring and planning of IT projects and investments, and the analysis of financial returns and impact on the productivity of the larger organization. The second part of the course focuses on the connections between IT and product development, marketing options, and the positioning of the organization in its external environments.

Go to the EITM Portal

Columbia's EITM Program is an excellent opportunity for experienced computer professionals seeking IT management positions or help in facilitating IT managerial job functions. This program contains elaborately detailed courses on a variety of topics, including: Structuring and Planning IT Projects, Support Systems Applications, Managing Software Projects, Risk Management, Quality Control, Web Site Management, Web Strategy and Web Marketing Open houses are held regularly. For more info, call (212) 854-2820.

If you are interested in more information about the programs at Columbia, click here, or contact Dr. Langer at (212) 854-5218.

Note: The above courses are offered professionally as an on-site seminar series. Contact Dr. Langer at (914) 261-6142.