MSIS Masters of Science in Information Systems
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MSIS Curriculum Core(15) + Track Core (6) + Electives(9) rogram Description
The David Eccles School of Business MSIS program is designed to provide advanced IT training for individuals seeking the skills necessary to manage the technology of business. Companies in the private and public sectors need information systems (IS) execu‐ tives, analysts and specialists with business and technology knowledge to align information technology with business strategies. Our information systems curricu‐ lum is designed to offer courses that integrate technology into business processes. The Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) program at the David Eccles School of Business offers students advanced graduate specializations in either a Data Management or IT Security track. Each track offers University of Utah stu‐ dents a unique competitive advantage that will prepare them for high‐level leader‐ ship positions in major corporations. No other school in Utah has more comprehen‐ sive offerings in IS security and data management.
Core Courses (15 credits) IS 6420 Database Theory & Design
IS 6595 Masters Project
IS 6410 Systems Analysis & Design
IS 6470 E‐Commerce
IS 6481 Data Driven Strategies / Prod
IS 6010 Management Info Systems
IS 6482 Introduction to Data Mining
Data Strategy Track (6 credits)
IT Security Track (6 credits)
IS 6480 Data Warehousing
IS 6570 IT Security
Degree Requirements: 30 credit hours
IS 6483 Advanced Data Mining
IS 6571 IT Forensics
Program format options:
IS 6484 Advanced Data Management
IS 6572 Network Defense
Full‐Time ‐ The MSIS program can be taken in a full‐time format which takes on average three semesters to complete. Well‐prepared students can complete the program in as little as two semesters.
OIS 6040 Data Analysis & Decision Making
OIS 6041 Data Analysis & Decision Making
Part‐time ‐ The MSIS program can also be taken in a part‐time format to meet the needs of working students. The part‐time program takes an average of five to six semesters to complete. Master of Science Requirement: MSIS students must complete a capstone project for graduation. A Masters thesis is not required. Class Availability: IS core classes and electives are offered both during the day and evening to accommodate the diverse schedule needs of our students. Once admit‐ ted, we recommend sitting down with one of our MSIS academic advisors to map out a course of study that will match your needs with the class schedule.
IS Electives (9 credits) IS 6471 Emerging Web Strategies
OIS 6425 Six Sigma
IS 6450 ERP
OIS 6610 Practical Management Science
OIS 6060 Production and Operations I
OIS 6620 Supply Chain Management
OIS 6061 Production and Operations II
OIS 6630 Service Management
OIS 6420 Quality Management
OIS 6660 Project Management
OIS 6450 Simulation
Enrollment Options: Fall and Spring semester Core Training: Database theory and design, data mining, e‐commerce, and data driven strategies MSIS Areas of Emphasis:
Any IS or OIS graduate level course may count as an elective
1) Date Strategies The Data Strategies track will provide students will skills related to data warehousing, data analysis, and advanced data management. 2) IT Security The IT Security track will give students exposure to IT Security audits, network defense, and IT forensics.
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dmission Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 GMAT required (GRE considered on a case‐by‐case basis with attention given to percentile rankings) Work Experience—The admissions committee strongly encourages candidates to have two years of full‐time IT work experience. Although work experience is not required, applicants with work experience will receive stronger consideration.
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Program of Study Below are two possible Program of Study (POS) schedules. There are many other possible POS schedules due to courses being available in multiple semesters. Not all courses are offered every semester. Our MSIS Advisors are available to help stu‐ dents plan out a POS that will work for their individual needs.
DATA MANAGEMENT TRACK Fall MSIS Core IS 6410 (3) Is 6420 (3) IS 6482 (1.5) Data Elective Core OIS 6040 (1.5) Elective Elective (3) Total Hours: 12
Spring IS 6010 (1.5) IS 6470 (1.5) IS 6481 (1.5) OIS 6041 (1.5) IS 6480 (3) IS 6483 (3) 12
Summer IS 6595 (3) IS 6484 (3) 6
IT SECURITY TRACK MSIS Core IT Security Core Elective Total Hours:
Spring IS 6010 (1.5) IS 6470 (1.5) IS 6481 (1.5) IS 6571 (3) Elective (1.5) 9
Summer IS 6595 (3) IS 6572 (3) Elective (3) 9
Fall IS 6410 (3) Is 6420 (3) IS 6482 (1.5) IS 6570 (3) Elective (1.5) 12
The MSIS requirement for IS6420 (Database Theory & Design) and IS6430 (Systems Analysis & Design) may be fulfilled by a grade of B+ or better in an approved equivalent undergraduate course. Students must take other approved MSIS courses as substitutes for these two courses. Substitute courses may come from one of the other approved MSIS tracks, electives, or Ph.D. courses. Students must still take a total of 30 credit hours.
Application
Deadlines: Spring Semester 2011: November 15, 2010 Fall Semester 2011 Priority: March 1, 2011 Fall Semester 2011 Secondary: April 1, 2011 Two applications plus official GMAT or GRE scores are required: 1. University of Utah Graduate Application (www.sa.utah.edu/admiss/) This application should be submitted 4 to 6 weeks before deadlines. 2. David Eccles School of Business program application (www.business.utah.edu/masters) Includes references, essays and scholarship / assistantship application. Please note that historically, a majority of merit‐based scholarships are awarded to applicants meeting the priority deadline.
MSIS Prerequisites Writing 2010—Intermediate Writing Quantitative Skills ‐ MSIS students are expected to have quantitative profi‐ ciencies in algebra and statistics upon entering the program. The MSIS Program Director may ask accepted applicants to complete additional quan‐ titative prerequisites as part of their acceptance. This will be expressed to the applicants at the time of acceptance.
MSIS Co‐requisites IS 4415 Data Structures & Java (or masters equivalent) IS 4440 Networking and Servers (or masters equivalent) Business Courses (6 credits in 3000 level or above) Co‐Requisites should be completed by end of the first semester
Tuition & Fees Estimated tuition and fees for the MSIS Program are as follows: Full‐Time / 3 Semesters Resident $19,500 Non‐Resident $37,400 Part‐Time / 5 Semesters Resident $25,300 Non‐Resident $42,100 These estimates reflect 30 total credit hours taken over the course of 3 or 5 semesters at the current tuition rates (spring or fall 2011). Please note that this is an estimate and tuition rates may increase without notice over the next academic year. Merit‐based scholarships / Graduate Assistantships are available to MSIS students. Students seeking scholarships are encouraged to get application materials submitted as early as possible. Financial aid in the form of loans is available to all graduate students. Please call the University financial aid office at 801‐581‐6211 or visit http://www.sa.utah.edu/finance/.
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