Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) Program

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UCM Bachelor of Science Degree: Cybersecurity

Junior Year STA Program Name: DevSecOps, Advanced Network Operation Concepts, Software Development-Java, Software Development-Python

Prerequisites: B- or better in Algebra II, CSIS 110 (Summer Course)

Accuplacer Placement Scores: Math 120 College Algebra; ENGL 101; No required reading courses

Potential Internship Sites: SOC, SAIC, NIC, Lead Bank, Federal Reserve Bank, Cerner, DST

Senior Year/STA Program Name: CSIS 123 Programming Fundamentals

Cyber security

Cybersecurity, also referred to as information security, focuses on protecting computers, networks, programs, and data from unintended or unauthorized access, change, or destruction.

UCM Bachelor of Science Degree: Computer Science - Software Development

Junior Year STA Program Name: Software Development - Java and Software-Development - Python

Prerequisites: B- or better in Algebra II or programming classes, Database Management I (available on R7 Online).

Accuplacer Placement Scores: Math 120 (degree requires Math 175 Calculus for Business); ENGL 101; No required reading courses

Potential Internship Sites: UMB, Commerce Bank, Cerner, DST, SAIC, VML

Senior Year STA Program Name: CSIS 161 Networking Fundamentals

Computer Science - Software Development

Computers are used in almost every aspect of our lives. More than ever, there is a demand for a workforce with the scientific and technical training necessary to perform effectively on the job.

UCM Bachelor of Science Degree - Software Engineering

Junior Year STA Program Name: Software Development - Java and Software Development - Python

Prerequisites: B- or better in Algebra II or programming classes, Database Management I (available on R7 Online)

Accuplacer Placement Scores: Math 120 (degree requires Math 175 Calculus for Business); ENGL 101; No required reading courses

Senior Year STA Program Name: To Be Determined

Computer Science - Software Engineering

Our program has a balanced coverage of both computer science and engineering topics with emphasis on software requirements engineering, software design and architecture, software testing and quality assurance, software project management and secure software engineering.

UCM Bachelor of Science Degree: Design and Drafting

Junior Year STA Program Name: PLTW Digital Electronics and Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Prerequisites: B- or better in IED/POE or CADD classes

Accuplacer Placement Scores: Math 120 (degree requires Math 180 Calculus); ENGL 101; No required reading courses

Senior Year STA Program Name: CSIS 110 Computer Science for Systems

Design and Drafting Technology

Our accredited program provides graduates with the skills employers demand for computer aided drafting and design, related technical skills, and the management components of the CADD fields. Our graduates are highly recruited for their strong, hands-on skills gained throughout their degree.

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UCM BSBA - Big Data & Business Analytics

Junior Year STA Program Name: Business and Finance

Prerequisites - B- or better in Algebra I

Accuplacer Placement Scores: Math 120 College Algebra; ENGL 101; No required reading courses

Senior Year STA Program Name: To Be Determined

Big Data & Business Analytics

With ever increasing advances in information technology, almost every industry has a need for data analysts to leverage collected information and help organizations operate more effectively and efficiently. This is the only Big Data and Business Analytics program for a Bachelors degree in the State of Missouri.

Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) Program: How to Earn a College Degree in Just Two Years

Crossing the stage and receiving a diploma is an important milestone for a high-school senior. Combine this with an innovative program that accelerates the time it takes to earn a college degree in addition to working in a high-demand internship, and you are left with a well-equipped, highschool graduate. As a result of participating in one of the Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) programs, students will be on track to earn a bachelor’s degree just two years after graduating from high school.

The MIC is a progressive initiative by the University of Central Missouri, Metropolitan Community College, the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District, community organizations and business partners. This program is designed to revolutionize the way students learn and work, while bridging the gap between skills and workforce demands. The path for students to be admitted into the MIC program will encompass numerous steps. It starts with applying to Summit Technology Academy. Each step of the student’s plan towards a baccalaureate degree will include academic support and internship support from the staff of MIC. The students’ industry immersion will be structured towards a specific career field that is best matched with each student. MIC students must meet more rigorous standards. The details below will give students a glimpse into each of the six MIC programs.

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Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) Program: How to Earn a College Degree in Just Two Years

Interested students must meet the following requirements:

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Learn more about MIC at UCM

View the four year program sequence overview

View the MIC Informational Brochure

Read the program descriptions

View the MIC Frequently Asked Questions

MIC Eligibility Approval Form

March 2015

Missouri Innovation Campus Process

MIC Interested Students Handout

Missouri Innovation Campus Student Agreement

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