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Masters of Science - Management Information SystemsProgram DescriptionThe Master of Science in Management Information Systems (MS in MIS) is part of the nationally recognized Fox School of Business and Management Techno-Graduate programs that provide an in-depth knowledge of information systems. The MS in MIS will develop information technology (IT) professionals who can manage, lead, develop, and evaluate organizational information systems. The MS in MIS requires 10 courses: 4 core MIS courses, 5 electives and seminars, and a capstone course. Typical career options for students graduating from this program include: System Analyst, Project Manager, System Architect, Database and Knowledge manager, System Designer, Application Developer, Chief Information Officer (CIO), and Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Admission Requirements
For additional details and to apply online browse to the Fox MS Admissions site. Note: These are the minimum requirements to be admitted to the program. Admission Pre-requisitesKnowledge of information systems and systems development: Basic principles of computing such as hardware and software, packaged software, databases, networking, Internet, organizational use of systems, types of information systems, the role of information systems, and systems development. You can meet this requirement through relevant work experience or by taking MIS 2101. Completion TimeStudents can complete the MS in MIS program in 2-4 years on a part-time basis, depending upon prior coursework, IT competence and experience, and the number of courses taken each semester. The MS in MIS is designed as a part-time degree for working adults in the evening. The program can be completed on a full-time basis if you so choose with the following restrictions:
CampusThe program is offered on the main campus of Temple University, on the Fort Washington campus, and also at the Center City campus (TUCC). Students will not be able to complete the program at one location and will likely have to take courses on multiple campuses. The majority of courses are offered on the Center City campus. CurriculumCore (4 courses)
Electives (5 courses)
TracksStudents should select an elective and seminar courses based on a defined area of study. Students select a predefined track or come up with one on their own. Some of the planned pre-defined tracks include:
Capstone (1 course)The capstone course will provide students with an integrative experience in information systems. Students will apply the material from earlier courses to research and/or develop a complete IT solution for an organization. The course will be taught in a seminar format and students will work in teams on complex applied problems.
Financial AidA small number of graduate assistantships are available for students in the MS in MIS program. Please review the list of MIS student financial aid opportunities. |
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