Management Information Systems

Overview

The MIS graduate program is a STEM-designated business program. MIS is an applied business program that focuses on the areas of:

Information systems
Software development
Computer system architectures
Business intelligence and data analytics
Information security
Cloud management
Related management issues

This program prepares students to practice and advance in positions such as:

Systems analyst
Business or data analyst
Project leader or manager
Technology manager
Software developer
System integrator
System administrator
Network administrator
Consultant

Program curriculum includes specific foundation preparation, technology and management core courses, career track elective courses and a final examination. The MIS program offers transcriptable specializations in project management (four courses) and business analytics (six courses).

Program Format

Courses in the MIS program are offered in flexible, evening/hybrid and online formats. Traditional classroom instruction is combined with online assignments, and courses meet one evening per week for seven weeks.

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International.

Hands-on Learning

Students not possessing prior work experience within the information systems field are required to select CMIS 587 Information Systems Internship as one of their electives. This course allows students the opportunity to practice learned skills in a supervised information technology environment prior to degree completion. Corporate members of the School of Business Project Management Advisory Board and CMIS Executive Advisory Board are among the organizations providing internships to CMIS students.

CMIS Internships and Co-Ops