Master’s in Information Systems in the USA

The Master of Science in Management Information Systems program, is available to those who have completed an undergraduate degree in business or a closely related field. The program offers admission in the fall only. Management information systems is the application of computer related technology to managerial programs. There is of course a heavy technical component in the coursework, but the program also provides students with the broad perspective needed to advance in their managerial careers.

Students may choose to pursue an MBA with a specialization in management information systems (MIS). The MBA/MIS specialization is an advanced professional degree that combines management skills with the study of information systems analysis and design. The program is designed to develop the student's ability to formulate and implement management information systems that will promote the achievement of the goals and objectives of the organization. Emphasis is placed upon the theory of information systems analysis and the modeling of the decision-making process in designing effective information systems.

The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Option is designed to support careers using computer systems to capture, store, manipulate, analyze, manage and present spatial or geographical data in a variety of fields including management, logistics, insurance, and telecommunications.

The Master of Science in Business Information Systems program will prepare students with the skills needed to work in the information technology industry. The program is designed as a bridge between business and technology and will be fully geared towards practice with learning experiences grounded in real world contexts. Students will not only learn analytical skills and use software tools that are currently popular in the industry, to find solutions to business problems that are commonly encountered in practice, but also learn how to manage an IT project and see it through to successful completion. As opposed to a pure computer science program, this program caters to the burgeoning need for information systems professionals who understand the business aspects of technology. Graduates of the program will be thoroughly prepared to hit the ground running in the information technology industry.

In Northeastern’s Master of Science in Information Systems program, you will embark on an IT leadership pathway as a more-evolved, dynamic software engineer. Through an innovative curriculum and a rigorous academic program that is both broad and deep, you’ll become a problem solver who designs groundbreaking software solutions that fit within the complexities of the business world and solve the humanistic needs of the people who use them.

This flexible degree program puts software at the forefront of the engineering paradigm to address the socio-technical needs of contemporary society. You’ll be prepared to go beyond simple programming to become a leader in information technology, delivering systems that are safe and secure and that help solve the world’s grand challenges. 

Your degree will involve a deep level of applied learning with hands-on case studies in every course and at least one required co-op experience in an industry of your choosing. You’ll also have the flexibility to tailor your degree to your professional goals through a number of available concentrations:

General Information Systems

User Experience

Big Data Systems and Analytics

Smart Contracts

Intelligent Systems

Gain a professional edge with a master's degree that allows you to take advantage of the plentiful job opportunities in information technology. Your MBA in Information Systems from Pace’s Lubin School of Business will allow you to lead your organization through strategic decisions pertaining to complex information systems, telecommunications, database administration, Internet technologies, systems analysis and design, and how each facet supports the needs of a business.

The objective of the Master in Business Adminstration with a concentration in Information Systems is to provide comprehensive and professional understanding of the modern systems approach to business information systems. The option prepares the student as an administrator who will be knowledgeable in the latest applications of Information Technology so that he or she may assume a prominent role in directing and improving the management process.

The curriculum emphasis is placed on learning the wide spectrum of emerging technologies, and its role as catalyst to achieve strategic and competitive advantage in the global market. The program includes courses such as database management, telecommunication and data networks, systems analysis and design, and other state-of-the-art information technologies.

The Graduate Certificate in Information Systems is a 15 credit program that can be completed online or on-campus. The certificate utilizes the same required curriculum for the MS and is designed to serve as a pathway for students interested in continuing onto the MS.

The applied Geographic Information System (GIS) graduate program will give students the critical knowledge to succeed in the challenging world of geospatial technologies. This includes advanced classes and labs in GIS (ArcGIS), remote sensing (ERDAS IMAGINE), web-based mapping, model builder, programming, and spatial analysis. In particular, this program is designed to enhance an individual's knowledge in geographic information science and technology. Additionally, applications of the technology in the oil and gas industry, public health sector, parcel mapping, local government, law enforcement, national security, and market research are featured.

The GIS master's program offers two tracks; a Traditional track that offers a mix of face-to-face and online classes and a Professional track that is offered completely online.

The master's degree offers research-based courses to expand your knowledge in the CIS field.

The program concentrates on key applications of computing so you're ready for the real world. Advance your skills and knowledge in working with large-scale design, database design, computer networking, web development, data mining, cloud computing, application development and computer security. And through an introductory seminar, you have the opportunity to meet faculty and explore their research areas to make the decision easier when it comes to choosing an advisor for your capstone or thesis project.

You'll continue working with your professors performing cutting-edge computing research in areas like: data mining, facial recognition, computer security, computer game design and medical imaging.

Information systems and technologies are revolutionizing the way we live and work. The rapid pace of technological advances requires a new generation of talented and tech-savvy business leaders who possess a framework of foundational knowledge to anticipate and manage change and recognize opportunities for business value creation by adapting and implementing new technologies. The Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) program prepares students to lead IT initiatives aimed at organizational success, providing secure infrastructure platforms and breakthrough strategic advantage.

The master of science in computer information systems at Florida Tech emphasizes problem-solving in the computing field, paying special attention to software and services construction, database integration, design and maintenance of data-driven systems, and knowledge of emerging technologies on a wide variety of platforms. This can include mobile and enterprise systems, wireless, and system administration.

Graduates with a computer information systems degree develop in-depth technical expertise in areas such as computer programming, database management, system design, implementation, and maintenance. The program also prepares students for many other segments of the industry, including:

• Systems administration
• Network administration
• Enterprise management and modeling
• Computer programming
• Data driven real-time systems
• Web-based applications
• Mobile computing applications

This advanced proficiency across multiple disciplines in the field provides employers with a top-level professional trained for analysis, design, and implementation of complex technologies in the enterprise. This program also prepares graduates with a master’s in computer information systems program to enter a doctoral program

The Master of Science in Information Systems Technology (MSIST) prepares students for leadership positions in the areas of (1) cyber security, and (2) business intelligence and information systems technology. The main objective is to graduate students who have the ability to identify and solve business problems, manage organizational risk, secure and manage computer network systems, ensure business continuity, design and implement data warehouses, and use business intelligence tools to collect, integrate, analyze, and mine big data for the purpose of supporting managerial decision making at all control levels - front-line, managerial, and strategic. Graduates of both concentrations are able to use their analytics knowledge to fully exploit the opportunities provided by big data, i.e. nurture data-based, evidence driven organizations. Specific positions for the cyber security concentration include: information security analyst, security manager, forensics manager, computer network analyst, database administrator, and computer network architect. Specific positions for the business intelligence and information systems technology concentration include management analyst, business intelligence analyst, computer system analyst, business continuity planner, research analyst, IT project manager, and business application manager. The cyber security and business intelligence and information technology concentrations can also lead to strategic positions such as Chief Information Officer, Chief Information Security Officer, Chief Analytics Officer, Chief Data Officer, or Chief Business Architect. The program is open to all qualified students with a post-baccalaureate degree (major or minor) from an accredited college or university in any field. Students must have a keen interest in pursuing careers in cyber security, business intelligence, data analytics, and information systems technology.