The MSIS program is a 30-36 hour program designed to provide you expertise in the information systems field. The structure of the program allows you to choose coursework that brings you closer to your career goals in application development, information security, business intelligence or management of the IS/IT function.
Career Options
The program leads to careers in systems analysis, systems design, client/server applications development, system implementation, systems integration, global information systems, telecommunications and networks, and business process re-engineering.
Program Length & Degree Plans
The flexible nature of the program curriculum allows you to choose course offerings that enhance the skills you wish to develop. The number of course hours depends if you elect to complete a thesis.
If you desire to pursue a PhD, the thesis option is an opportunity to build a competitive resume by conducting original research.
- Non-Thesis Option
- 24 hours of MIS/ISEC Courses
- 12 hours of electives
- Thesis Option
- 18 hours of MIS/ISEC courses
- 6 hours of electives
- Thesis (6 hours)
Degree Plan and Course Offering
| REQUIREMENT | HOURS | |
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| I. MIS/ISEC Courses | ||
| Required Courses | 15 hours | |
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MIS 5310 Business Telecommunications & Networking MIS 5317 Seminar in Java Development MIS 5335 Information Systems Analysis & Design MIS 5340 Database Management Systems MIS 5355 Management of Information Systems Equivalent coursework from undergraduate degree can satisfy requirement allowing additional elective credit |
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| Chose 9 hours of MIS/ISEC electives from the following: | 17 hours | |
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ISEC 5310 Cyber Security Human Factors ISEC 5320 Cyber Security Technology Factors ISEC 5330 Information Assurance Planning and Management ISEC 5340 Cyber Warfare, Threats, Vulnerabilities and Countermeasures MIS 5301 Object-Oriented Business Programming MIS 5325 Information Systems for Management MIS 5342 Business Intelligence MIS 5V95 Internship in Information Systems (Required if less than 2 years work experience) MIS 5V98 Special Studies in Information Systems |
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| II. Electives | 12 hours | |
| Chose twelve hours from outside of MIS/ISEC or additional courses from MIS/ISEC (suggested courses below): | 12 hours | |
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ACC 5317 Information Systems Auditing ACC 5331 Fraud Examination BL 5310 Cyberlaw FIN 5335 Seminar in Integrated Business Risk Management MGT 5310 Management of Organizational Behavior MGT 5340 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution PSC 4395 Terrorism PSC 5335 Seminar in National Security Decision Making |
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| 36 hours | ||
| REQUIREMENT | HOURS | |
|---|---|---|
| I. MIS/ISEC Courses | ||
| Required Courses | 15 hours | |
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MIS 5310 Business Telecommunications & Networking MIS 5317 Seminar in Java Development MIS 5335 Information Systems Analysis & Design MIS 5340 Database Management Systems MIS 5355 Management of Information Systems Equivalent coursework from undergraduate degree can satisfy requirement allowing additional elective credit |
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| Chose 9 hours of MIS/ISEC electives from the following: | 9 hours | |
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ISEC 5310 Cyber Security Human Factors ISEC 5320 Cyber Security Technology Factors ISEC 5330 Information Assurance Planning and Management ISEC 5340 Cyber Warfare, Threats, Vulnerabilities and Countermeasures MIS 5301 Object-Oriented Business Programming MIS 5325 Information Systems for Management MIS 5342 Business Intelligence MIS 5V95 Internship in Information Systems (Required if less than 2 years work experience) MIS 5V98 Special Studies in Information Systems |
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| II. Thesis | 6 hours | |
| Enroll in MIS 5V99. | 6 hours | |
| III. Electives | 9 hours | |
| Chose nine hours from outside of MIS/ISEC or additional courses from MIS/ISEC (suggested courses below): | 9 hours | |
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ACC 5317 Information Systems Auditing ACC 5331 Fraud Examination BL 5310 Cyberlaw FIN 5335 Seminar in Integrated Business Risk Management MGT 5310 Management of Organizational Behavior MGT 5340 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution PSC 4395 Terrorism PSC 5335 Seminar in National Security Decision Making |
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| 30 hours | ||
MIS Courses
| MIS 5301 | Seminar in Object-Oriented Business Programming | View Description | |
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Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): None.Students will survey object-oriented concepts currently used in the development of business applications. Emphasis will be placed on programming logic, data structures, and program analysis. |
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| MIS 5310 | Business Telecommunication and Networking | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): None.The use of telecommunications to network and integrate various information technology platforms. Beginning with the media and hardware used in digital communications, the course moves through the ISO model to the presentation and application layers. Hands-on projects are utilized throughout the course to illustrate how various network operating systems are implemented and to provide training on the more popular platforms. |
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| MIS 5317 | Seminar in Java Development | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): MIS 5301.Seminar in client-side application development using the Java programming language. Topics include object-oriented design, essential language syntax, and developing user, file, and Internet interfaces for business systems to support e-commerce initiatives. |
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| MIS 5325 | Information Systems for Management | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): None.Emphasizes the importance of information and information technology in managing firms today. The case-oriented course includes topics such as information technology types and trends, the assessment and management of information systems projects, and the relationship of technology to organizational strategy, structure, controls, and effectiveness. |
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| MIS 5335 | Information Systems Analysis and Design | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): None.To acquaint students with the concepts, problems, and possible solutions for all stages of the systems development life cycle. Emphasis on object-oriented analysis and design techniques. Topics include modeling with UML, the role of the IS professional in the development of successful systems, and project management. |
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| MIS 5340 | Database Management Systems | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): MIS 5335.The use of database techniques to represent and manipulate data in the development of information systems. Includes rationale and objectives of the database approach; conceptual data modeling; logical database design; mapping logical design to the relational data model; physical design and implementation of databases; manipulating information in databases; database administration; and connecting applications to databases, including web-enabled applications. |
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| MIS 5342 | Business Intelligence | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): None.Business Intelligence (BI) is the discovery of patterns and relationships hidden in large volumes of data. This hands-on course is designed to provide practical analytic skills that may be applied in almost any workplace. The course explores the analytical techniques for making intelligent business decisions in data-rich organizations. A key component of the course is the use of BI software tools with techniques such as correlation analysis, data visualization, linear regression, classification, and clustering to address common problems in marketing, customer relationship management, risk management, finance, and operations. |
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| MIS 5355 | Management of Information Systems | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): Admission to MS/IS program.Future information systems leaders focus on understanding the issues involved in managing the systems development process in organizations, the growth and assimilation of technologies, the personnel involved in the IS function, and the relationship of IS with the rest of the organization. Includes in-depth analysis of the current issues in the field of information systems. |
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| MIS 5V95 | Internship in Information Systems | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.Provides students with a carefully directed real-world learning experience. A project developed jointly by the sponsoring company and faculty provides experience in various IS functions and business activities. |
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| MIS 5V99 | Thesis | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): None.No Description. |
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ISEC Courses
| ISEC 5310 | Cyber Security Human Factors | View Description | |
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Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): None.This course explores the areas of ethics and integrity to assure that the practices, policies, and procedures are in place in an organization to secure the firm's information. |
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| ISEC 5320 | Cyber Security Technology Factors | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): MIS 5310 or equivalent.This course provides a roadmap of the paths available to organizations for deploying various security devices and tools. The course goes beyond the narrow technical view and offers a full context for the deployment of security technologies. Six key areas of network security will be covered, with each section covering a tool that will play a part in a companyʼs overall information assurance program. |
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| ISEC 5330 | Information Assurance Planning and Management | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): None.This course examines how the information security function is best managed from an organizational perspective. The class will cover a variety of topics to help students understand some of the best practices for how the security function should operate within the context of the overall organization. |
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| ISEC 5340 | Cyber Warfare, Threats, Vulnerabilities and Countermeasures | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): None.This course presents material relevant to understanding the various types of information security risks faced by organizations. Students are also exposed to concepts for developing a corporate security plan designed to mitigate these various information security risks and cyber attacks. |
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For additional electives outside the program, please coordinate with you advisor or consult the university Course Listings.
