Admission Requirements
Admission and entry requirements
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Prior coursework in mathematics and computer science is recommended but not mandatory. Career Opportunities IT Support Specialist Network Administrator Systems Analyst Help Desk Technician Technology Manager for Faith-Based Organizations IT Consultant for Non-Profits Important Notices The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly. HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education. 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The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services. Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise. 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The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule. Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals. Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status. Degree abbreviation | B.S. in Faith-Based IT Support, Specialization in Technology Management Total program length | 120 semester credit hours Normal completion time | Four academic years General education | 36 credit hours Faith-Based IT Support core | 63 credit hours Professional application courses | 15 credit hours Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites GEN 101 | English Composition I | 3 | None GEN 102 | English Composition II | 3 | English Composition I (GEN 101) 103 | College of Algebra | 3 | None GEN 103 | College of Algebra | 3 | None GEN 103 | College Algebra | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites GEN 104 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | None GEN 104 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | None GEN 104 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | None GEN 105 | Introduction to Theology | 3 | None GEN 105 | Introduction to Theology | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites GEN 106 | GEN 106 Public Speaking and Communication (CS) | 3 | None GEN 107 | Research Methods in Social Sciences | 3 | None GEN 108 | Ethics and Moral Reasoning | 3 | None GEN 109 | Leadership and Team Development | 3 | None GEN 110 | Digital Literacy for Ministry | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites IT 201 | Introduction to IT Support | 3 | None IT 202 | Network Configuration and Management | 3 | None IT 203 | Systems Administration | 3 | None IT 204 | Database Management Systems | 3 | None IT 205 | Cybersecurity Fundamentals | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites IT 206 | Troubleshooting IT Systems | 3 | None IT 207 | IT Support for Non-Profit Organizations | 3 | None IT 208 | Cloud Computing and Virtualization | 3 | None IT 209 | IT Project Management | 3 | None IT 210 | Mobile Device Management | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites IT 211 | Data Protection and Privacy | 3 | None IT 212 | Software Development for IT Support | 3 | None IT 213 | IT Help Desk Management | 3 | None IT 214 | Network Security | 3 | None IT 215 | IT Support Internship | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites IT 301 | Advanced Networking | 3 | None IT 302 | Web Development for Ministry | 3 | None IT 303 | Information Technology in Worship | 3 | None IT 304 | Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing | 3 | None IT 305 | Data Analytics for Faith-Based Organizations | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites TMO 401 | Introduction to Technology Management | 3 | None TMO 402 | IT Infrastructure for Ministries | 3 | None TMO 403 | Managing Technology Teams | 3 | None TMO 404 | Digital Tools for Church Administration | 3 | None TMO 405 | Ethics in Technology Use for Faith-Based Organizations | 3 | None