Program Overview

The Database Management and Data Security degree provides students with a solid foundation in database design, management, and data analysis. Data security measures, data back-up and recovery will be emphasized. Employment opportunities include entry-level in Database Administration and Support, SQL Database Programming, Data Analysis, and data protection and recovery support.

Program Highlights

  • The program focuses on courses in data management using Excel, database theory and applications, database administration, and internet networking and security.
  • Offers courses in various formats to accommodate diverse learning preferences.​
  • Emphasizes practical skills that align with current industry demands.​
  • Provides access to resources and faculty dedicated to student success.

Program Details

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Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Courses typically cover fundamental IT concepts and their practical applications, organizing and analyzing data, database design and implementation, networking fundamentals and associated data security practices, and database administration. Courses include:

  • Data Management Using Excel
  • Database Theory and Applications
  • Database Programming with SQL
  • Database administration
  • Introduction to Computer Networks
  • Information Systems Disaster Recovery
  • Internet Networking and Security
  • Advanced Network Security
  • Statistics

For a full list of courses visit our Academic Catalog.

As part of this program, students will enhance their career development through participation in NSCC’s Cooperative Education/Internship.

This degree is intended to prepare a student upon completion for entry-level employment in Database Administration and Support, SQL Database Programming, Data Analysis, and data protection and recovery support. 

After completing the degree, students are prepared to take the “Oracle Database 12c: Install and Admin (1Z0-062)” Oracle certification exam.

Graduates of  the Database Management and Security program are prepared for entry-level positions such as:​

  • Database Administration
  • Database design and development
  • Structured Query Language (SQL) proficiency
  • Data security and privacy
  • Data analysis

NSCC has established transfer agreements with several four-year institutions, facilitating a smooth transition for graduates pursuing bachelor's degrees in related fields. Students are encouraged to consult with academic advisors to explore transfer agreements and plan their academic pathways accordingly.

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Michael Alfaro
North Shore Career Center

Phyllis Smith

Project manager, IBM

Laurie LaBrie
Integrated Human Resources, Inc.

David Wood

Head of Cybersecurity Incident Response for Americas, Dell Technologies

Kimberly Rowe-Cummings
Assistant Director (ESP), Department of Transitional Assistance

Christopher Pinto

Lead Software UI Architect for the OneLink, TransPerferct

Greg Bunn

Assistant Secretary for Policy and Planning, Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development

Huiwei Guan
Professor, Computer & Information Systems, NSCC

Lynn Wermers
Professor, Computer & Information Systems, NSCC

Abier Hassan
Chair and Professor, Computer & Information Systems, NSCC

Please note the data above reflects a degree in the listed program

Program Questions

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Accreditation

North Shore Community College is an accredited public institute of higher education where all are welcome and each is challenged. NSCC is accredited by NECHE, the New England Commission of Higher Education.

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