Purdue
University Global announced today it has introduced an innovative
bachelor of science degree in cloud computing, the first new degree program offered by Purdue Global since its establishment within the Purdue University system in April.
Purdue
Global also announced it has partnered with ManTech, a global leader in
technology solutions, to offer the cloud computing program to its
employees, supporting ManTech's portfolio of mission-focused solutions
for national security, intelligence community and federal civilian
agencies. Forrester Research reports that by 2020, 59 percent of the
world's consumer Internet population will use personal cloud storage, up
from 47 percent in 2015.
"We're
thrilled that ManTech has chosen Purdue Global as its partner in this
fascinating and incredibly fast-growing area of study," said Dr. Jeffrey
Buck, dean of Purdue Global's School of Business and IT.
"Our new cloud computing degree program is an example of how we can
help organizations meet the demand for highly trained workers while
creating a personalized, high-quality educational experience for
students that fits their schedules."
The
new Purdue Global cloud computing program, developed with real-world
requirements and input from experts at ManTech, will help students
master the foundational goals of cloud computing. These include
understanding cloud trends, recognizing best practices and evaluating
different cloud providers and solutions. It also includes examination of
some of the world's most prestigious cloud service providers, including
AWS, Azure and Google.
"We
see strong synergy between this exciting new cloud computing education
program and the CISSP cyber certification training we launched in 2017,"
said Kevin M. Phillips, ManTech president and CEO. "As our customers
pursue cloud-centric transformation and modernization, they can rely on
ManTech people with proven expertise in cloud computing and cyber that
take digital to the tactical edge, ensuring mission success, peak
performance of new virtual systems, and end-to-end cybersecurity."
Like
other ManTech-sponsored employee education programs, the new
partnership with Purdue Global provides extreme flexibility for
participating employees. Course registration is open at least four times
per year, and all training in vendor and service provider
certifications is online and self-directed. Beginners start with basic
concepts in cloud computing, such as cloud infrastructure administration
and migrating data to the cloud. More experienced individuals with a
deeper background can accelerate into advanced courses.
As
with other Purdue Global certificate and degree programs, the cloud
computing degree program is built to accommodate busy schedules,
enabling adult students to learn at their own pace. In addition,
students can receive college credits for their on-the-job cloud
experience and previous certifications through its innovative ExcelTrack program, which saves time and helps students complete their degrees faster.
"This
breakthrough initiative leverages ManTech's proven technology expertise
in a college-accredited program that will attract and train top-level
talent," said Jeff Brody, ManTech's Chief Human Resources Officer. "It
enhances our tradition of helping ManTech people leverage their
experience, build on it and advance their careers in new ways that help
safeguard America."