Information Technology Certifications
Important Dates

08/11/2008 - Fall Quarter Registration Begins
08/11/2008 - Early Start - MBA Program
09/29/2008 - Fall Quarter Begins
11/10/2008 - Winter Quarter Registration Begins
11/17/2008 - Early Start - MBA Program
01/05/2009 - Winter Quarter Begins

Information Technology Certification Training


Information technology courses at Globe University/Minnesota School of Business map directly to high-demand IT certifications. Our graduates have the skills employers in the IT market are looking for.

IT certifications and exams

After completing associated Information Technology courses, students will be prepared for the following certification exams. For more information about specific certifications or IT programs, contact a college representative.

  • A+ Essentials certification from  CompTIA 
  • Network+ certification from CompTIA
  • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
  • Microsoft Certified Applications Developer (MCAD)
  • Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA)
  • Linux+ certification from CompTIA
  • Security+ certification from CompTIA
  • Certified Cisco Network Administrator (CCNA)
  • Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA)
  • Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP)

College credit for IT industry certifications

At GU/MSB, it is our goal to help you complete your bachelors’ or associate degree in information technology as efficiently as possible. If you have current industry certification or other on-the-job IT training, you may be able to benefit from our college credit for work experience program.

IT certifications and college degree programs

Our college is constantly monitoring industry needs and seeing that graduates of our programs stand apart in the IT job market. More information is available on the following:

New Horizons of Minnesota partnership

Through a unique partnership, information technology students at Globe University/Minnesota School of Business have the opportunity to receive computer training at New Horizons of Minnesota, a leading provider of corporate technology training. Students complete some program components online in addition to receiving hands-on, practical work experience in a state-of-the-art facility. Students also can take advantage of mentored learning facilitation at New Horizons.

Find out more about IT certification preparation and degree programs

Globe University/Minnesota School of Business offers coursework for IT industry certification exam preparation and for all requirements for the Bachelors’ in Information Technology and Associate in Information Technology degrees online and at locations in the Twin Cities (Minneapolis/St. Paul area: IDS Center, Blaine, Brooklyn Center, Woodbury, Plymouth, Richfield, and Shakopee), Rochester, Moorhead and St. Cloud, MN; Eau Claire, WI; and Sioux Falls, SD. Day and evening, full and part-time options are available.

Contact our admissions office today for more information. A representative will be happy to answer your questions, take you on a campus tour and help you navigate the admissions process.