Earn your specialization in web programming and learn how to create a powerful website
Information Systems Management Associate's degree - Web Programming specialization
Web programmers are experts at finding creative ways to turn ideas into functioning programs using code and software tools to create and manipulate web sites and applications—and they are in high demand across the country. Our Information Systems Management Associate’s degree with a Web Programming specialization gives you a competitive advantage over other candidates as you start your career in entry-level positions such as a web developer, web designer, or a web user experience developer.
Our top-tier, hands-on degree curriculum is delivered to you by industry-experienced instructors who know what employers want in new employees. Your curriculum provides a strong foundation in programming languages ranging from Visual Basic, C++, and C# to Java® and HTML, and as an ISM Associate’s degree graduate, you will gain the skills necessary to excel at working with clients to find creative solutions to today’s business challenges.
In preparation for industry-specific CompTIA®, Microsoft®, and Cisco® certifications (including CIW JavaScript Fundamentals and MCTS .NET Framework 2.0 Applications), we provide relevant courses and practice exams –and we even cover your certification exam fees.* Plus, if you have already earned these industry certifications, you may be eligible to receive college credit.
*Rasmussen College will cover the application fee for each first attempt of all of the industry certification exams for which you qualify to take. Should you need to take an exam more than once to receive a passing score, you will be responsible for all subsequent exam application fees.
Understand software that will help a website stand out
Understanding programming code is a vital part that the general user will never see. Your web programming curriculum will bring you through the software needed to develop websites. Materials will be included in your tuition.
This online program in the growing field of web programming offers you the flexibility and convenience of online learning.
Web Programming Courses
This well-rounded web programming specialization will give you instruction in the fundamentals of programming, website design, multimedia technologies, visual basic, database design, Java I, PERL/CGI and PHP/MYSQL. We will help you become a back end developer and understand multiple sources of code.
Some key courses include:
Java I
You will learn how to build applications and applets using advanced object-oriented-programming concepts.
Fundamentals of Programming
You will design and implement a simple program using the specifications provided by creating structure charts, modules, pseudocode, and flow charts.
Web Programming Capstone
You will apply what you have learned about programming and be tasked with solving a real-world programming problem.
Web Programming Career Outlook
People with skills in web programming are in high demand as businesses continue to move towards Internet commerce. The back-end development you do with your web programming specialization will help a website function properly. Back-end development is a skill many employers are looking for.
Here's a snapshot of one possible or related career:
Salary & growth statistics provided by the BLS ‡ |
25th Percentile | 50th Percentile | 75th Percentile | Projected Growth |
| Network Systems & Data Communications Analysts (Includes Web Developers) | $55,900 | $73,250 | $94,320 | 53% |
The Rasmussen College career placement staff starts helping you even before you graduate – with your resume, cover letter, interviewing techniques and how to search for a great career. And it doesn't end there – these services are available throughout your career.
‡"Occupational Employment Statistics Home Page." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Department of Labor, 27 July 2010. Web. 27 Sept. 2010.
"Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Department of Labor, Dec. 2009. Web. 29 Nov. 2010.
BLS salary data may not reflect expected entry level earnings.
Seamless Credit Transfer Policies
Transferring your credits doesn't need to be difficult. At Rasmussen College, our transfer policies are designed to maximize your credit transfer and minimize your time to graduation.
Check out some of our highlighted transfer policies below or visit our Transfer Policy for a full description of each policy.
- Transfer your entire Associate’s degree credits and enter at Junior status if you have an Associate's degree and are seeking a Bachelor’s degree in a similar field—this also means you will not have to complete any pre-requisites for most degrees ¹
- Transfer all general education courses from your previously-earned Associate's or Bachelor's degree regardless of course of study ²
- Course-by-course evaluation of all courses with a grade of C or higher
- Credit by examination, which gives you an opportunity to test out of courses where you can demonstrate specific knowledge. These tests are offered free of charge to Rasmussen College students.
- Earn college credit through prior work, learning, and military experiences
Contact a program manager today at 888-549-6755 or complete the form on the right and one of our program managers will contact you to discuss transferring your college credit to Rasmussen College.
¹ Rasmussen College reserves the right to accept or deny transfer of credits based on guidelines defined in the course catalog. Rasmussen College transfer policies vary by state and degree; contact your local campus to discuss your credit transfer options.
² Refer to the General Education Block Transfer For Baccalaureate Candidates for complete details and restrictions.
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