The program focuses on equipping information technology professionals with the essential technical expertise and the core leadership and management skills needed to help their organizations prosper. The MSITM offers a personal and practical educational experience beyond the traditional classroom setting. Students will have numerous hands-on opportunities to apply what they learn, making their learning journey relevant, exciting, and engaging. Concentrated residencies once per semester allow students to work with faculty and peers who are industry professionals to tackle real-world challenges. In addition, students can earn academic credit through internship courses with their current employer, allowing them to integrate their new knowledge into their work immediately.  The curriculum helps prepare students for advanced certifications such as Certified Information Security Manager, Certified Information Security Professional, Data+, and software-specific certifications such as Tableau Certified Data Analyst and Microsoft PowerBI Analyst.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2024), about 54,700 openings for computer and information systems managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade.

Employment of computer and information systems managers is projected to grow 17 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

The median annual wage for computer and information systems managers was $169,510 in May 2023.

Bureau of Labor Statistics

Students should have an undergraduate degree in information systems, information technology, or related fields. Candidates with an unrelated degree with two or more years of industry experience or industry-related professional certifications will be considered for admission to the M.S.I.T.M program.

Students must have earned a baccalaureate degree, or its equivalent, from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, with a minimum overall GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale).

The GRE is not required for admission to this program.

Courses are available in both online and hybrid formats. The online option primarily features asynchronous coursework, though many courses may include synchronous sessions to encourage peer discussions, provide feedback, and engage with faculty.

We also offer the Master of Science in Information Technology Management through our Executive Residency Program, which combines online and hybrid classes. These hybrid courses fulfill the face-to-face requirements for international students on an F1 Educational Visa. The Executive Residency meets one weekend each semester, allowing working professionals to attend without missing time from their jobs.

All courses and program-related content (such as orientation) are conducted online, so there is no requirement to attend any program content on campus for the online option. The Executive Residency option will require students to attend one weekend each semester (Three times each academic year.)

Yes, this program will offer opportunities to apply relevant classroom theory to real-world problems. Students in the Executive Residency option complete internships where they can apply what they are learning to their current position immediately while enhancing their resume with experiences and knowledge for career growth.  

The MSITM does not require a thesis.

Students take courses during the Fall, Spring, and Summer I terms for a total of about 12-18 months. The length of the program will depend on the number of courses the student enrolls in each term and whether the student chooses the residency or online option.