Information Science with a concentration in Information Systems, MS

The concentration in Information Systems prepares students for positions that require technical knowledge and skills. This concentration gives students a strong foundation in system analysis, system design, IT project management, databases and enterprise infrastructure. Today, employers are seeking professionals who can demonstrate creative ideas and have the ability to use information technology to further their business goals. They must gain the basic skills and technical competencies that will enable them to properly deploy and utilize technology in their organization at different levels. Completion of this concentration provides students with the basic skills and competencies that will enable them to support their organization to gain strategic and tactical competitive advantage. Courses offered in this concentration are a blend of hands-on experience and theory, with the flexibility of online delivery or classroom instruction.

General Requirements

Total coursework of 36 credit hours (12 courses).
Enroll in INFO 5090 (practicum), unless officially waived based on previous professional and industry experience.
Completion of the Capstone Experience.

Required courses, 9 hours

A grade of B or better must be earned in all three core courses.

Guided electives, 9 hours

Completion of at least three of the following major prescribed courses (9 hours) with the guidance of the academic advisor.

Information systems concentration, 9 hours

Completion of at least three courses (9 hours) from the categories listed below with the guidance of the academic advisor. It is also required that each student completes at least one course from the following list.

General electives, 9 hours

Additional three elective courses (9 hours) selected from the catalog or transferred from other programs with the approval of the academic advisor.

Further information concerning these requirements may be obtained through the department.