Master of Science in
Management Information Systems

The Master of Science in Management Information Systems is designed to prepare students to become leaders with the strategic understanding required to utilize information effectively. Students don’t just learn theory — they gain the skills necessary to conduct research projects within the field.

Strong Career Potential

  • Whether looking to enter the aerospace industry or video game development, students graduate ready for careers in fast-growing and high-paying fields.

Hands-On Learning

  • Opportunities to participate in internships to apply concepts learned in classes.

Tracks

  • Students can pursue one of 12 graduate certificates as part of their degree, including a co-branded certificate with SAS® where students who pursue the Business Intelligence and Analytics Certificate earn a SAS badge. Whether the certificate is in a related field or a deeper dive into information security is up to the student. A non-certificate option is available for students with transfer credit or those wishing to complete other classes.

Get Hired

  • Employers covet our graduates for their experience, expertise and familiarity with information systems principles and their ability to manage a variety of information-intensive projects and systems.

Notable Careers

  • Software Developer
  • Information Technology Specialist
  • Integrated Process Validation & System Test Focal
  • Network Infrastructures Engineer
  • Principal System Engineer
  • Information Technology Security Principal

Growing Demand

  • Career opportunities in field are projected to grow 11% by 2030.
  • Median average salary in this industry: $151,150

Notable Employers of Alumni

  • Boeing
  • Raytheon Technologies 
  • U.S. Geological Survey
  • U.S. Navy
  • Space Exploration Technologies

30-33 credits

Transfer Credit

Estimated Costs

Campuses Offering Degree

  • Worldwide

Specializations

  • Information Technology Management
  • Business Intelligence and Analytics

You can find more state-of-the-art labs and facilities at both residential campuses, and our leading virtual labs bring hands-on opportunities to you anywhere in the world.

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