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Master of Management / Master of Computer Science (STEM) (Dual Degree)

Illinois Institute of Technology - Mies Campus

USA,Illinois

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36 Months

Duration

CAD 32,040/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 100 FREE

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, Illinois

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1890

Total Students: 8,565 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

10 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Management / Master of Computer Science (STEM) (Dual Degree)

Program Overview

At an ever-increasing pace, businesses and organizations of all types are dependent on data-driven strategies to compete.

Illinois Tech’s Master of Management/Master of Computer Science dual-degree program is designed for graduate students who want to combine the powerful skills and knowledge of business and computing to put their careers on the fast track in the evolving tech and business landscape.

This dual-degree program will provide the foundation for you to advance in key information technology roles in companies ranging from startups to large corporations, as well as in the consulting, governmental, and nonprofit sectors.

Flexibility is built into the Master of Computer Science degree, so you can tailor your education to meet your professional goals.

Prepare for YOUR career path—Whether you have a background in computer science or not, our program sets you up to succeed as a computer science professional.
Specializations—You have the option to choose one of 10 professional specializations, ranging from software engineering to cloud computing to artificial intelligence.

The Master of Management program focuses on broad-based business skills—innovation, leadership, finance, operations, decision making, and marketing—that prepare you for positions with management responsibilities that can accelerate your career advancement in any industry or organization.

Enrolling in this dual-degree program reduces the total number of credits required by nine credit hours (three courses), compared to enrolling in the Master of Management and Master of Computer Science programs separately.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

36 Months

Backlogs Allowed

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 100 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 32,040 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Illinois Institute of Technology - Mies Campus

CAD 12,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 115.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master of Management/Master of Computer Science dual degree are well-prepared for management roles that plan, implement, and maintain the computing and information technology needs of a business or organization. For professionals with experience, opportunities may include advancement into executive positions, such as chief information officer or chief technology officer.

These are fast-growing career areas. For example, the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics reports median annual wages in 2022 and projected job growth from 2022–32 for the following occupational categories:

Computer and information systems managers—$164,070 median wage, with job growth of 15 percent
Database architect—$134,870 median wage, with job growth of 9 percent
Computer and information research scientist—$136,620 median wage, with job growth of 23 percent

Other job titles graduates might pursue include:

Network and computer systems administrator
Application development director
Computing services director
Information systems director
Management information systems director
Database manager or administrator
Data warehousing specialist

Scholarships

Illinois Tech has several of its own competitive scholarship programs that are open to both undergraduate and graduate students. All domestic undergraduate first-year and transfer students are automatically considered for scholarships that cover a generous portion of expenses such as tuition. Graduate students in select degree programs also may be considered for additional special scholarships, beyond any fellowships that they may receive.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.