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Management: Information Systems
Master's ConcentrationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
The online master’s in management concentration in information systems at ¶¶ÒõÊÓƵ will teach you how to procure and use computer-based information systems for decision-making and organizational effectiveness. Learn how to integrate and use information systems to create value within your organization.
Program Highlights
Apply technologies: Apply modern and emerging technologies that will help managers improve operational effectiveness.
Integrate systems: Integrate information systems with the management system of an organization.
Evaluate IT practices: Evaluate the impact of outsourcing information technology activities.
Think strategically: Use organizational theory, effectiveness measurement, and systems thinking to solve problems.Ìý
Utilize technology: Utilize technologies of decision-support systems and expert systems to address management needs.
Leverage IT for business: Develop management strategies that leverage information technology to meet business objectives.
Build websites: Build dynamic websites that contain a variety of media and interactive components.
Required Courses
Initial Requirement
- (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
(to be taken within the first 6 credits of study)
The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.
Core Courses
- MGMT 630
- (3 Credits, MGMT 640)
- (3 Credits, MGMT 650)
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- ISAS 600
- (3 Credits, ISAS 610)
- (3 Credits, ISAS 620)
- ISAS 630
- (3 Credits, ISAS 640)
- (3 Credits, ISAS 650)
- (3 Credits, IMAT 639)
Capstone Course
- (3 Credits, MGMT 670)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help prepare you to move into management positions that include responsibility for information systems.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
We recommend a recent background in finance or accounting, as well as statistics. Strong writing skills are also encouraged.
Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $544 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $336 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
IT: Information Assurance
Master's ConcentrationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Earn an online Master of Science in IT with an information assurance concentration at ¶¶ÒõÊÓƵ. This state-of-the-art program is designed to give working adults a holistic view of two important fields: cyber technology and information technology. Study in our convenient online classroom with knowledgeable professors who are leaders in the field. Learn the newest industry standards with coursework that is constantly being updated. And gain knowledge that you can apply on the job right away!Ìý
Program Highlights
- Gain hands-on experience: Secure information using symmetric and asymmetric keys, protocols for exchanging secure data (including the Data Encryption Standard and the Advanced Encryption Standard), and other cryptographic methods and cryptanalysis tools.Ìý
- Assess risk: Protect networks using risk analysis, defense models, security policy development, authentication and authorization controls, firewalls, packet filtering, virtual private networks (VPNs), and wireless network security.Ìý
- Respond to threats: Respond to attacks with damage assessments, data forensics, attack tracing, and system recovery processes for continuity of operation.Ìý
- Proactively solve problems: Identify system vulnerabilities and attack patterns and solve problems with intrusion detection tactics.Ìý
- Address legal issues: Navigate ethics, relevant laws, regulations, policies, and standards.Ìý
- Hone leadership ability: Lead successful teams using advanced project management methodologies.Ìý
Required Courses
This program requires a total of 36 credits.Ìý
Initial Requirement
- (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
This course must be taken within the first 6 credits of study (if required). The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.
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Core Courses
- (3 Credits, ITEC 610)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 625)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 626)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 630)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 640)
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- (3 Credits, INFA 610)
- INFA 620
- INFA 630
- INFA 640
- INFA 650
- INFA 660
Capstone Course
INFA 670
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help you prepare for career paths in information security and cyber defense. Potential job titles include security architect, cloud security specialist, IT security analyst, and quality assurance engineer. UMGC courses are taught by experienced faculty and address skills and competencies that are highly valued by today’s employers.Ìý
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
You are expected to have some familiarity with Microsoft Excel. You are also expected to have some background in information technology and programming. Strong writing skills are also encouraged.
Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $544 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $336 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
IT: Informatics
Master's ConcentrationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Secure your future with an online Master of Science in IT with an informatics concentration at ¶¶ÒõÊÓƵ. This online program was designed to give you a strong foundation in major categories of both IT and management, allowing you to stand out in the market as you develop a strong knowledge base. You’ll complete your coursework through UMGC’s streamlined online classroom, networking with your fellow students as you work through your degree. You will also benefit from the tutelage of our world-class faculty members, who bring real-world experience with them to the classroom. Ready for your next success? Apply today!
Program Highlights
- Evaluate strategy: Determine if an acquisition strategy meets an organization’s strategic, fiscal, and technical objectives.
- Learn new techniques: Implement relational databases, applying techniques such as query optimization.
- Know the requirements: Create a software requirement document that is aligned with current industry standards.
- Study information security: Formulate information security measures by performing risk assessments and other approaches.
- Design and build websites: Build dynamic websites that contain a variety of media and interactive components.
- Manage projects: Learn to manage a software project on time and within budget, solving conflicts as they arise.
Required Courses
This program requires a total ofÌý36 credits.
Initial Requirement
- (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
This course must be taken within the first 6 credits of study (if required). The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.
Core Courses
- (3 Credits, ITEC 610)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 625)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 626)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 630)
- (3 Credits, ITEC 640)
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- (3 Credits, SWEN 603)
- (3 Credits, DBST 651)
- (3 Credits, ISAS 640)
- (3 Credits, INFA 610)
- (3 Credits, IMAT 637)
- (3 Credits, ISAS 650)
Capstone Course
- (3 Credits, IMAT 670)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help you prepare for careers in organizations that specialize in IT, computer science, and database management. The skills you learn in this program are universal and can apply to almost any modern organization, including private firms, non-profits, and government agencies. UMGC courses are taught by experienced faculty members, and address skills and competencies that today’s employers seek.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
Strong writing skills are encouraged in this program.
Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $544 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $336 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
