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Post University Transfer Credit · Computer Science 390

CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I at Post.

Earn this Post University equivalency through UPI Study's System Analysis and Design — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ✓ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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System Analysis and Design — transfers as CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I at Post University
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System Analysis and Design
Computer Science 390 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Post University recognizes as
CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: CIS 360
NECHE accredited since 1972 · Transcript sent directly to Post University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Post
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
💰 Savings
$650+
Saved vs avg community college
What you'll learn

A full semester of system analysis and design, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Apply systems analysis and design principles across software engineering and business domains, identifying and addressing problems through systematic analysis
  • ✓Recognize the iterative nature of systems analysis and design lifecycles and implement theoretical knowledge in real-world business environments
  • ✓Utilize tools and techniques for effective business analysis, including the roles and responsibilities of systems analysts within organizations
  • ✓Assess and compare methodologies used in systems development — including Agile, iterative, spiral, and V-shaped models — and integrate them into the SDLC
  • ✓Model system development processes using UML diagrams, data flow diagrams, use case diagrams, and object-oriented analysis and design techniques
  • ✓Evaluate risk management, security management, and project management components including scheduling, quality assurance, and capacity planning in systems design
📚Major topics covered
Fundamentals of systems analysis and design Systems development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies Agile, iterative, spiral & V-shaped models Requirements gathering techniques Joint & Rapid Application Development (JAD/RAD) Business Process Modeling (BPM) UML models, use case & class diagrams Data flow diagrams (logical & physical) System design & universal design principles User interface & GUI design Systems architecture & service-oriented design Database design, schemas & normalization Risk management & information security Network security & cloud computing security Project management components & scheduling Quality assurance, capacity planning & Gantt charts Software testing, debugging & maintenance
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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Transfer to Post

UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Post University's registrar. Post applies the equivalency: CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I.

Pricing

System Analysis and Design — two ways to enroll.

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$89 /mo

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  • ✓3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, transferable to Post University
  • ✓Self-paced — finish in 28–30 days or take longer
  • ✓Official transcript sent to Post University
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Tuition saved vs Post per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate compares Post University's $629/credit online undergraduate rate against UPI Study course pricing. Post requires a 73% grade to accept a UPI course; UPI credit applies to General Education requirements only (not Major, Core, Concentration, or Minor). Maximum UPI transfer: 15 credits into an associate's, 30 into a bachelor's. Final credit awards are determined solely by Post University's registrar.

More transferable credits

See all 68 UPI Study courses that transfer to Post.

System Analysis and Design is one of 68 UPI Study courses recognized by Post University under the Articulation Agreement. Stack more for bigger savings on your Bachelor of Science — Post accepts up to 30 transfer credits.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about System Analysis and Design → Post.

📚 About System Analysis and Design
What is System Analysis and Design?
System Analysis and Design is a college-level technology course covering core concepts and practical skills in the subject area. It is Computer Science 390 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
What technical background do I need?
No specific technical background is required to start. The course is structured to build from foundational concepts to practical application, making it accessible to students at any level.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, in Software Engineering, Informatics, Information Technology, MIS, or Computer Science.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS or ACE credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I at Post
Does Post University accept System Analysis and Design as a direct equivalent to their CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Post University, UPI Study's System Analysis and Design is recognized as a direct named equivalent of Post's CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists System Analysis and Design as transferring as CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your Post transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I at Post or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I, Post typically applies UPI Study's System Analysis and Design as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your Post advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I directly at Post?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your Post degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while Post's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without Post enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at Post to reduce overall program time.
Does Post University ever change which courses they accept as CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Post University explicitly lists System Analysis and Design → CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I. We update this page whenever the MOU changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the MOU change.
🔄 About transferring to Post
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my Post degree?
Post University accepts up to 25% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 30 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by Post under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at Post.
Do I need to enroll at Post first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no Post enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to Post when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach Post?
Once you complete System Analysis and Design, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Post University. Post's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (CIS 360 – Systems Analysis I) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Post.

Post University is NECHE-accredited and accepts UPI Study's ACE & NCCRS-recommended courses for General Education transfer credit. A 73% (C) grade or better is required for a course to transfer.

What Post offers UPI students
✓Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit
✓Flexible career-focused online degrees
✓73% (C) grade accepted for transfer
✓Built for working adults
The numbers
30 credits
Max UPI transfer toward a bachelor's
15 credits
Max UPI transfer toward an associate
📋 Post University × UPI Study transfer pathway → NECHE accredited since 1972

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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