Program Overview

Management Information Systems (MIS) plays a critical role in organizations by bridging the gap between management principles and the application of information technology. It leverages technology to facilitate efficient management processes, informed decision-making, and strategic planning, ensuring that organizations can thrive in today's data-driven business environment. The Master of Science in Management Information Systems program aims to equip graduates with the ability to successfully navigate the new realities of flattened and distributed IT knowledge in future organizations. This program not only provides additional technical IT knowledge but also enables students from all business disciplines to better understand the realities of identifying, managing, and customizing computing solutions specific to their future organizational areas.

Students who may consider attending this program include professionals already working in the IT industry and seeking career advancement into leadership and management positions. Additionally, it is suitable for graduates with a bachelor's degree in business, who aim to pursue advanced education for a deeper understanding of both technical and managerial aspects of information systems. The program is also designed for individuals with undergraduate degrees in STEM disciplines who desire to enhance or build their understanding of information systems management, enabling them to transition into this field.

Students in the MS MIS program (STEM-designated) will complete a set of required courses including project management, e-commerce management, management of enterprise systems, management of information assurance and security, and a capstone experience. These courses are being built to increase the skills required to manage information systems for students entering from different undergraduate programs. Electives included in the MS MIS program will allow students to investigate a wide range of current and future computing solutions such as blockchain, web technology, cloud solutions, and applied analytics.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Manage the process of researching, selecting, and developing information systems.
  • Analyze the organizational situation to derive information system requirements.
  • Research and evaluate potential information system product solutions.
  • Develop, configure, customize, and manage software-based business solutions.
• Develop and manage information systems projects.
  • Determine an information systems project scope and project deliverables as they pertain to customer or user requirements.
  • Develop information systems tasks, schedules, and plans using project management software.
  • Plan and lead project planning meetings effectively by establishing objectives, creating agendas, and generating documentation.
  • Develop strategies to align projects with organizational cultural and social norms.
• Develop and manage organizational data security policies.
  • Assess potential security risks of accessing, obtaining, and storing data.
  • Compile security frameworks aligned with organizational standards and ethics, laws and regulations, and applicable standards bodies.
  • Develop and manage an information security program.