The Gildart Haase School of Computer Sciences and Engineering emphasizes professional training that can offer practical solutions to issues of importance for both the national and international communities.
Our graduate studies attract students from around the world, and our programs have earned recognition and funding from state and federal agencies, including the National Science Foundation.
FDU is a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) institution by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. The University is also a member of the Cisco Networking Academy.
The hallmark of all our graduate programs is exceptional one-to-one student mentoring and support:
- Average class size of 15 student
- Open door access to your professors
- Access to more than 15 state-of-the-art labs
- Executive mentoring and career-building experiences in professional engineering organizations
- Opportunities to participate in competitions and participate in faculty/student research as well as independent research
Our faculty are distinguished professionals with extensive industry experience and include patent-holding researchers, authors, inventors and consultants. Our labs provide access to the equipment and resources found in industry.
Master of Science Degree Programs
All programs are offered on FDU’s Metropolitan Campus except as noted.
The MS in Computer Engineering emphasizes the practical applications of computer engineering. The program provides students with design skills, theoretical concepts and a solid foundation in both hardware and software design and competency in advanced computer technology.
MS in Computer Science (Offered at the Metropolitan Campus and in collaboration with the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science of Becton College at the Florham Campus)
The MS in Computer Science prepares students for career advancement in computer science or continued study at the doctoral level, focusing on subjects ranging from software engineering to computer design, and from systems analysis to the management of information systems.
MS in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Designed to meet the growing demand for highly trained security professionals, the MS in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance prepares students for leadership in network security administration, secure software development or other related areas.
The goal of the MS in E-Commerce is to provide graduate education that imparts a coherent body of managerial and technological knowledge centering on e-commerce. Graduates will acquire the educational background necessary to become performing e-commerce professionals, as well as obtain a solid foundation for lifelong learning necessary in a field that is continuously evolving.
The MS in Electrical Engineering prepares students with a broad scientific knowledge, an aptitude in a variety of modem mathematical techniques and the ability to synthesize. The program develops an ability to:
- Apply advanced knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
- Formulate, analyze and solve complex engineering problems in a specialized area, such as digital signal processing and communications, computers, or devices and systems
- Use numerical analysis techniques, computer aided analysis and design methods, and modern engineering tools
MS in Management Information Systems
The graduate program in Management Information Systems focuses on instructing students in how to use and develop information system technology, with added instruction in business, management and organizations. Relying on computers and telecommunications networks, these systems are a source of operational efficiency, managerial effectiveness and corporate strategic advantage.
MS in Supply Chain Management (Offered by Silberman College of Business)
In addition to the above degree programs, FDU's Silberman College of Business offers a STEM-certified MS in Supply Chain Management.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
Our distinctive 18-credit graduate certificate programs provide computer science and engineering professionals with advanced knowledge in a variety of highly marketable high-tech fields. Credits earned can be applied to an appropriate FDU graduate degree.
- Advanced Computer Programming
- Computer Security
- Database Administration
- E-Commerce
- Management Information Systems
- Telecommunications and Networking
For more information, visit FDU Graduate Admissions, or email us directly at grad@fdu.edu.