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University of Management and Technology Transfer Credit · Computer Science 390

CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design at UMT.

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

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System Analysis and Design — transfers as CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design at University of Management and Technology
Articulation Agreement · Signed January 2026
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System Analysis and Design
Computer Science 390 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
University of Management and Technology recognizes as
CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design
3 transcript credits · UMT course: CST 400
DEAC and MSCHE accredited · Transcript sent directly to University of Management and Technology
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to UMT
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
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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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to University of Management and Technology's registrar. UMT applies the equivalency: CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design.

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Tuition saved vs UMT per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings = credits × $390 (UMT's published tuition per credit hour; $250 for military, veteran and first-responder students; umtweb.edu, 13 Oct 2026). Actual savings vary by program and your UPI Study plan.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about System Analysis and Design → UMT.

📚 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 CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design at UMT
Does University of Management and Technology accept System Analysis and Design as a direct equivalent to their CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design?
Yes. UPI Study's agreement with University of Management and Technology lists UPI Study's System Analysis and Design as UMT's CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design, a named course, not just elective or general-education credit. The credit posts to your UMT transcript once UPI Study sends the official transcript.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Named-course credit. UPI Study's agreement with University of Management and Technology lists System Analysis and Design as CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design, so it meets that course requirement on your UMT transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design at UMT or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design, UMT typically applies UPI Study's System Analysis and Design as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your UMT advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design directly at UMT?
The credit value is the same: 3 credits toward your UMT degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), so you can finish faster and start before you enroll at UMT. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at UMT to reduce overall program time.
Does University of Management and Technology ever change which courses they accept as CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. UPI Study's agreement with University of Management and Technology currently lists System Analysis and Design → CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design. We update this page whenever that changes.
🔄 About transferring to UMT
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my UMT degree?
University of Management and Technology accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 39 UPI Study courses are recognized by UMT under the UMT–UPI Study Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at UMT.
Do I need to enroll at UMT first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no UMT enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to UMT when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach UMT?
Once you complete System Analysis and Design, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by University of Management and Technology. UMT's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding System Analysis and Design for your UMT credit.

What is System Analysis and Design?

System Analysis and Design is the study of how to understand a business or software problem, gather requirements, and plan a system that solves it. It focuses on the steps used to move from a need or idea to a working system, including analysis, modeling, design, and testing different development approaches such as Agile, spiral, iterative, and V-shaped methods.

How the course teaches you

The course runs as a self-paced online class built around video lessons, with quizzes, assignments, and a final exam that together make up the grade: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam. Students who pass the course receive transcript credit for System Analysis and Design (Computer Science 390), 3 credits, and that transcript credit is what UMT evaluates for its named equivalency, CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course covers how to gather requirements, build UML, data flow, and use case diagrams, and compare Agile, spiral, iterative, and V-shaped development models, all skills that carry into business analysis and project work. At UMT, CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design can apply toward the Associate of Business Administration or the Bachelor of Business Administration, so the same material supports both a degree requirement and day-to-day work that involves defining what a system should do.

Skills you walk away with

Gather and document system requirementsCompare SDLC methods such as Agile, spiral, and V-shaped modelsCreate UML use case and class diagramsBuild logical and physical data flow diagramsAnalyze business processes using BPM techniquesApply system design and universal design principlesEvaluate risk, security, and project planning needs

Taking this course toward UMT

After you complete the course, request that your transcript be sent to UMT. UMT's Office of Academic Affairs evaluates transfer credit against UMT course outcomes, with review by faculty or subject-matter experts, and if approved, the registrar applies the credit as CST 400 – Systems Analysis and Design. Because this is a named course equivalency, the credit appears under a specific UMT catalog course rather than as general elective credit, which makes it easier to fit into degree requirements. Total transfer credit is capped at 90 credits (75%), so plan your remaining UMT coursework with that ceiling in mind.

Who this course is for

This route suits working adults who want a credit recognized by a specific UMT course, degree-finishers who need a few remaining credits, and students trying to keep tuition down, since each transferred credit avoids UMT's $390 per-credit rate (3 credits would otherwise cost $1,170). Because UMT accepts up to 90 credits (75%) in transfer, it works best for students who have already planned how much of their degree will come from outside coursework. It is not a good fit for students who need a live, instructor-led classroom, or for anyone who expects the credit to count without first confirming that their UMT program accepts CST 400 in their plan.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to UMT.

UMT's Office of Academic Affairs evaluates transfer credit and prior learning against UMT course outcomes, with review by faculty or subject-matter experts. The figures below are from UMT's 2026-27 University Catalog.

What UMT offers UPI students
✓39 UPI Study courses mapped in the signed agreement
✓No UMT tuition for credits it recognizes
✓Self-paced enrollment open at all times
✓Written appeal within 30 days of a decision
The numbers
75%
Max of a program's credits by transfer
30 credits
Max ACE-evaluated credit in a bachelor's

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined by UMT's Office of Academic Affairs.

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