Master of Science in Information Systems (M.S.I.S.)
Master of Science in Information Systems (M.S.I.S.)
Purpose of the Program
The Master of Science in Information Systems (M.S.I.S.) is a 36 hour program consisting of courses designed to prepare students for success in the dynamic field of information technology. Students in the M.S.I.S. program are exposed to a balanced combination of managerial and technical topics. Graduates gain the skills and knowledge necessary to understand, develop, implement and manage information systems in all types of industries and organizations.
Length of Program
The program consists of 36 graduate semester hours including the successful completion of a capstone project. Classes meet once per week for two hours and forty minutes. Spring and fall terms run 16 weeks; a summer term runs 4 weeks (meets 4 times per week) or 8 weeks (meets twice per week). Selected courses are offered in online or hybrid format.
Prerequisites
Undergraduate coursework in the areas of programming, design and database or equivalent work experience.
Admission Requirements
See Admissions Requirements for M.B.A. and M.S.I.S
Graduation Requirements
- A G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher for all M.S.I.S. courses must be earned.
- All M.S.I.S. courses must be successfully completed within 5 years of starting the M.S.I.S. program.
Degree Requirements
View degree plan.
M.S.I.S. Required Courses
UMHB periodically offers a special topics course that can be substituted for one of the above courses at the discretion of the program director.
(a) BCIS 6305 Seminar in Information Systems Research should be taken during the student’s first semester.
(b) BCIS 6395 Systems Development and Implementation is taken during the student’s final semester as a capstone experience.