Master’s Degree in Information Technology

The 37-credit MS in Information Technology programs are intended to prepare students who may have little undergraduate experience in CS or IT for successful careers in the field in both the U.S. and abroad.

Along with a rigorous core curriculum, students have the option of pursuing one of two tracks of study, management or computing. Both tracks are distinguished from other IT programs in a number of ways, including:

• A highly applied approach, with emphasis on hands-on learning;
• Requirement of a capstone experience, which is designed around the academic and professional goals of the individual student;
• Incorporation of emerging technologies into all coursework;
• Emphasis on a collaborative and teamwork approach;
• Development of skills in technology leadership;
• Deeper specialization in either management or computing;
• Elective coursework for management track students from other professional-based programs, including Communication and International Commerce and Policy.

Admission

To be admitted, applicants must meet all Graduate School admission requirements. Admission will be considered for any semester, but students benefit most by beginning their coursework in the fall semester. Depending on the availability of seats, applications will be accepted up to six weeks prior to the start date of the next semester.

Curriculum

Sequencing of Coursework

Students take IT 502, IT 510, and IT 600 during their first semester of enrollment. The Capstone Course is the last class of the program, taken in the final term.