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Enterprise Computing (Minor)

A Hands-On, Innovative Interdisciplinary Enterprise Computing Minor

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Discover Your Future in Tech at Marist!

You're invited to Marist's Technology Open House on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.!
 
You'll get the chance to learn more about all of the majors we offer in the Computing Technology department: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Games & Emerging Media, Information Technology & Systems, and Data Science & Analytics. Meet faculty, connect with current students, and see firsthand the clubs, activities, and research they’re involved in. You'll also have the opportunity to tour our world-class facilities in the Hancock Center and enjoy lunch with members of the School of Computer Science and Mathematics.

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Why study Enterprise Computing at Marist University?

The Enterprise Computing Minor at Marist University offers students from all majors a chance to enhance their academic journey and prepare for careers in large-scale computing within industries such as telecommunications, finance, insurance, and government. Our strong partnership with IBM and our state-of-the-art facilities set this program apart, giving you a competitive edge as you enter the workforce.

Program Distinctions

Decades of Partnership with IBM

Through more than 50 years of collaboration through the Marist-IBM partnership, the Marist-IBM Innovation Incubator gives students opportunities to engage in research, emerging technologies, and industry-connected projects.

Premier Facilities

Access to advanced facilities including the Enterprise Computing Research Lab, Internet of Things Lab, Cloud Computing and Analytics Center, and Security Operations Center.

Interdisciplinary Opportunities 

Open to students from all majors, spanning business, finance, and government.

Hands-On Learning

Hands-on learning experiences focused on software development, cybersecurity, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies.

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What do you learn in an Enterprise Computing minor program?

An enterprise computing minor equips students with skills in large-scale computing, operating systems, networking, security, databases, and cloud technologies, preparing them for careers in the tech infrastructure of businesses and government agencies. At Marist University, the interdisciplinary Enterprise Computing minor is designed for students who want to build expertise in large-scale computing environments and enterprise technology.

Students begin with foundational coursework in programming, software development, and enterprise computing systems, then customize their studies through specialized courses such as z/OS Networking, z/OS Security, and z/OS Emerging Technologies, and enterprise system performance and reliability. Hands-on learning is at the center of the Enterprise Computing minor. The Marist-IBM Innovation Incubator provides students access to the IBM z17 mainframe with advanced AI computing capabilities to support research, application development, and experiential learning. 

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Apply Your Learning in Our Enterprise Computing Research Lab

The Marist Enterprise Computing Research Lab (ECRL) contains, among other exciting projects, our test environment for Software-Defined Networking (SDN), where our students and faculty research the latest in networking technology. In collaboration with other students and faculty in the Cloud Computing Analytics Center, you can help companies test new networking products, prototype interoperability and compliance solutions, develop new technology, and brainstorm new research opportunities with our customers.

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Tap Into Our Marist-IBM Partnership

Recognized as one of the 25 Most Connected Campuses in the U.S. by Princeton Review and Forbes, Marist has garnered meaningful partnerships with major institutions in technology, including IBM. The Marist-IBM Innovation Incubator provides students access to the IBM z17 mainframe with advanced AI computing capabilities to support research, application development, and experiential learning. The partnership also grants our students access to conferences like IBM’s TechConnect, resources like IBM’s Open Source Development Lab, and internship and career opportunities during and after their time at Marist.

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