The Master of Science in Information Systems program (MS-IS) is designed to meet the needs of three distinct groups:

1. Students with a baccalaureate degree in Information Systems;
2. Students with a baccalaureate degree in another area who have information systems skills and desire to develop new career skills in Information Systems; and
3. Students with a baccalaureate degree in another area who lack information systems skills and desire to develop new career skills in Information Systems.

Students should select an advisor and discuss the courses required for their degree early in their graduate program.

The MS-IS requires completion of at least 36 hours of graduate credit. Students may choose to do a thesis as part of this degree program. The degree is offered online, face-to-face, or a combination of the preceding two formats.

Common Courses (30 Credits)

Courses that are common to all emphases may be applied to all. At least 36 hours are required for the degree.

Course List

Code	Title	Semester Credit Hours
Required Courses
CIS 5304	Telecommunications for Managers	3
CIS 5307	Systems Analysis for Managers	3
CIS 5311	Managing Information Systems	3
CIS 5316	Advanced Database Management	3
CIS 5351	Information Technology Project Management	3
CIS 5382	Research Methods in Computer Information Systems	3
Approved Electives
Approved graduate-level CIS electives		9
Approved graduate-level electives		3
Emphasis Requirements (See Below)		6
Total Semester Credit Hours		36

Without Thesis

Course List

Code	Title	Semester Credit Hours
CIS 5090	Computer Information Systems Comprehensive Examination	0
Approved Electives
Approved graduate-level CIS elective		3
Approvel graduate-level electives		3
Total Semester Credit Hours		6

With Thesis

Course List

Code	Title	Semester Credit Hours
Required Courses
CIS 5398	Computer Information Systems Thesis (Semester 1)	3
CIS 5398	Computer Information Systems Thesis (Semester 2)	3
Total Semester Credit Hours		6

Course Information and Schedule 

The Course Information page includes a complete list of courses and course descriptions. 

See the courses offered this semester using the Online Course Schedule.

Program-Level Student learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate the ability to integrate knowledge of the Information Systems discipline and produce a response commensurate with graduate-level writing skills in the four core areas of the Information Systems Program.

2. Demonstrate knowledge of technology literature and resources through research and comprehensive examinations.

3. Work well as a part of diverse teams.

4. Demonstrate an ability to orally communicate effectively on technical and non-technical subjects in computer information systems.

5. Demonstrate ability to write effectively on technical and non-technical subjects in computer information systems.

6. Function in an ethical and professional manner with the ability to advance successfully in their careers and lifelong learning.

7. Evaluate computer information systems solutions for business situations and select "best" alternative.

8. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in areas including, but not limited to, the ethical, legal, security, and social issues inherent in information systems.

9. Demonstrate the knowledge required to engage in continued professional development.

10. Apply the managerial and technical knowledge and skills required to provide innovative and effective information systems solutions to a global market.

11. Demonstrate the skills and abilities necessary to research and evaluate current and emerging trends and technologies in order to build effective organizational solutions.

12. Demonstrate an understanding of the role information systems plays in supporting organizational decision making and for achieving competitive advantage.

13. Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to analyze business needs, and then acquire and/or design and develop the appropriate solution from existing and emerging technologies and tools.