Developing the Information Technology Workforce and Producing New Knowledge and Insights for the Globally Connected Economy

Our teaching is hands-on and project-based, concentrating on the organizational application of emerging information technologies such as the web, collaborative systems and net centric computing.

Coursework in our bachelor's and nationally recognized master's program is centered on business application development — incorporating key business skills such as strategic planning and teamwork along with software development topics, such as business programming, systems analysis, database management systems, and IT project management.  This focus helps students achieve the elusive but critical goal of integrating business and information technology.

Programs

Bachelor of Business Administration

The BBA Major in Management Information Systems (MIS) is a full-time undergraduate degree designed to train business-oriented, technically proficient information systems professionals. Information Technology (IT) is the engine that drives business today. The professional of the future must understand how IT can solve business problems and create innovative solutions.

Minor in MIS

A minor in MIS provides undergraduate students the ability to specify, select, utilize, and apply information technology (IT) to their major field of study. The minor provides the skills, and terminology needed to become an expert user of IT in the business world.

MBA in Information Technology Management

Available as both a full-time program and as a part-time, evening program, the MBA with an ITM concentration produces managers who understand IT planning and operations. The programs provide an integrative, applied curriculum that highlight globalization, entrepreneurship and IT.

Master of Science

The MS in MIS is a specialized degree that prepares IT professionals to manage, lead, develop and evaluate organizational information systems.  It is interdisciplinary and offers tracks in healthcare, virtual organizations, supply chain management, network engineering, construction management and other areas leveraging the comprehensive resources of Temple University.

Doctor of Philosophy

The MIS specialization in the Fox School's PhD in Business Administration program is a full-time program that prepares individuals for academic and corporate research careers in Information Systems (IS).  It incorporates multiple methods, such as quantitative and qualitative research.  The MIS PhD is the only independent program in the region and has received substantial support from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

 

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