MassBay's computer science program prepares you for employment in the computer information industry or to transfer and pursue a bachelor's degree in computer information or any related field. Hands-on computer courses give you a sound background in computer programming, data modeling and database design, computer networks, web design and development, and accounting and financial skills.
Jumpstart your career in tech by enrolling in one of MassBay's Computer Science Degree and Certificate programs. Our graduates are not only ready to enter various career fields but also have successfully transferred to top bachelor of science programs, with many pursuing advanced degrees. Our diverse courses offer pathways to coveted industry credentials, including CompTIA A+, CompTIA Security+, LPI Linux Essentials, CISCO certifications, and more. Join us to gain the skills and certifications needed to excel in the tech industry.
Tony Sena is a professor, and Chair of the Computer Science department, at MassBay in the areas of computer networks, IT, Linux OS, and databases. He has been an instructor and Academy Leader for MassBay’s Cisco Networking Academy since 2015. He is also an Associated External Collaborator at the CMINDS center at UMass Lowell. Previously, Tony worked as a consultant in networking, and LDAP (Directory Services). He has also worked in industry as a Software Developer, Network Engineer & Consultant, and Network & System Administrator.
Email: gsena@massbay.edu
Phone: 781-239-2255
Shamsi Mousavi is the Director of the Center for Cybersecurity Education and Professor of Computer Science and Cybersecurity at MassBay. She represents MassBay at state level articulation agreements for Computer Science and collaborates in outreach events. She has developed new cybersecurity curricula and was a driving force behind the development of the Center for Cybersecurity Education at MassBay. Shamsi worked as principal Software Engineer in industry for a decade before joining academia. She received her M.S. in Computer Science from Brown University and sits on the advisory board for Computer Science department at Rhode Island College.
Email: smoussavi@massbay.edu
Phone: 781-239-2240
Embark on a journey towards a thriving career in technology with MassBay's esteemed Computer Science degree and certificate programs. Designed to equip students with essential skills and sought-after certifications, our programs pave the way for success in the dynamic tech landscape. With a curriculum tailored to industry demands, students graduate primed for immediate impact, whether it be to transfer to a four-year university or enter the workforce.
Our dedicated STEM Career Coach and Career Services Department offer personalized guidance, connecting students with internships and job placements, and providing invaluable assistance with resume building, interview preparation, and job searching. At MassBay, we're committed to nurturing the next generation of tech trailblazers, ensuring they're equipped not just with knowledge, but with the tools and support needed to turn their ambitions into reality.
With increasing threats and risks to organizations’ information and data, the need for employees who can identify, prevent, mitigate, and address the threats to their network is at an all-time high.
MassBay has responded to the growing regional and national need for well-trained cybersecurity professionals by creating a Center for Cybersecurity Education. The Center is built around MassBay’s Cybersecurity programs (certificates and the first A.S. degree in MA) which align with national frameworks and educational guidelines.
