What Makes This University Different?
Six elements make the University of Fairfax different from other graduate institutions in the U.S. focusing on information systems for adult learners. They are:
- Focusing on employer experience requirements to build the curriculum.
- Incorporating projects in the curriculum that enable students to develop the experience employers want.
- Teaching courses that provide the students with the capability to complete the projects.
- Appointing premier practitioner faculty who understand the industry best practices and technologies, who can teach adults, who can bring real-world examples to the classroom, and who guide students to achieve their career objectives.
- Building a curriculum that assists students in preparing for industry certifications.
- Offering an accelerated, convenient schedule that permits students to work full-time while they complete the graduate degree.