Master of Science in Information Technology and Management
At the conclusion of their studies, graduates of this degree should be able to:
- Deliver optimal technical and policy technology solutions for the problems of business, industry, government, non-profit organizations, and individuals in each student’s particular area of focus
- Work with, lead, and manage teams in an enterprise environment to collaboratively arrive at optimal technology solutions
- Manage and deploy information resources applicable to each student’s particular area of focus in an enterprise setting
All students are required to complete a minimum of three core courses. These core courses will ensure an ability to develop software applications at a competent level using a contemporary programming language, the capability to employ and deploy appropriate system technologies, and a grasp of business development knowledge appropriate to the discipline. Advisers will assist students in the selection of core courses most relevant to their interests and career goals.
Specializations will guide students in their course selection, allowing them to focus on a particular area of information technology, depending on their interests, background, and career goals. The three required course courses are included in each program specialization. Alternative courses in each specialization may be available at the discretion of the student’s adviser.
Students may choose from two research options or two coursework only options to complete the degree.
Curriculum
Master of Science in Information Technology and Management (Thesis Option)
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | (9) | |
| Select a minimum of three credit hours from Software Development | 3 | |
| Select a minimum of three credit hours from System Technologies | 3 | |
| Select a minimum of three credit hours from Business Development | 3 | |
| Research Course | (6) | |
| ITMT 591 | Independent Study and Research | 6 |
| Elective Courses | (15) | |
| Select 15 credit hours from any 500-level ITM, ITMD, ITMM, ITMO, ITMS, ITMT, or TECH courses selected with the student's adviser. 1, 2 | 15 | |
Minimum degree credits required: 30
- 1
Students may select elective courses required to fulfill a desired specialization. See Specializations tab on this page for more details. The three required core courses are included in each program specialization.
- 2
Courses from other departments may be selected with adviser approval. Students may select project courses ITMT 594 or ITMT 597 as electives, but a maximum combined total of eight credit hours of ITMT 591, ITMT 594, and ITMT 597 may be applied toward the degree requirements.
Master of Science in Information Technology and Management (Master's Project Option)
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | (9) | |
| Select a minimum of three credit hours from Software Development | 3 | |
| Select a minimum of three credit hours from System Technologies | 3 | |
| Select a minimum of three credit hours from Business Development | 3 | |
| Research Course | (6) | |
| ITMT 594 | Special Projects in Information Technology | 6 |
| or ITMT 597 | Special Problems in Information Technology | |
| Elective Courses | (15) | |
| Select 15 credit hours from any 500-level ITM, ITMD, ITMM, ITMO, ITMS, ITMT, or TECH courses selected with the student's adviser. 1, 2 | 15 | |
Minimum degree credits required: 30
- 1
Students may select elective courses required to fulfill a desired specialization. See Specializations tab on this page for more details. The three required core courses are included in each program specialization.
- 2
Courses from other departments may be selected with adviser approval.
Master of Science in Information Technology and Management (Coursework only option with specialization)
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Specialization Courses | (24) | |
| Select 24 credit hours from specialization courses 1 | 24 | |
| Elective Courses | (6) | |
| Select six credit hours from any 500-level ITM, ITMD, ITMM, ITMO, ITMS, ITMT, or TECH courses 2 | 6 | |
Minimum degree credits required: 30
- 1
Students will select courses required to fulfill a desired specialization. See Specializations tab on this page for more details. The three required core courses are included in each program specialization.
- 2
Courses from other departments may be selected with adviser approval.
Master of Science in Information Technology and Management (Coursework only option without specialization)
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | (9) | |
| Select a minimum of three credit hours from Software Development | 3 | |
| Select a minimum of three credit hours from System Technologies | 3 | |
| Select a minimum of three credit hours from Business Development | 3 | |
| Elective Courses | (21) | |
| Select 21 credit hours from any 500-level ITM, ITMD, ITMM, ITMO, ITMS, ITMT, or TECH courses selected with the student's adviser. 1 | 21 | |
Minimum degree credits required: 30
- 1
Courses from other departments may be selected with adviser approval.
