
Earn your information systems management (ISM) degree in web programming and learn how to create a powerful website

Web programmers/developers are called upon to create dynamic websites that offer users unique online experiences – allowing companies to differentiate themselves from the competition. With an ISM degree in web programming online, you will be introduced to the software and techniques used to create winning websites and get a solid understanding of what it takes to become a successful web programmer.
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.
Websites can be developed using a variety of programming languages. Emphasizing your strengths in certain languages by earning additional certificates will help showcase your skills to potential employers. Check out the external certifications we prepare our web programming students for.
This well-rounded web programming degree 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.
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 degree 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:
Computer Specialists, all other: growth +15%, salary $56,940‡
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.

†An internal survey of 1,226 Rasmussen College graduates from 10/01/2008-09/30/2009, showed that 92% of the graduates surveyed were currently employed in their field of study or continuing their education as of July 2010.
‡Career outlook and salary (25th percentile) information taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition. http://www.bls.gov/oco.