Computer and Information Systems (MS CIS)
Description
The Master of Science in Computer & Information Systems (MS CIS) with a major in Software Management produces effective leaders for advanced technology organizations. It offers the most up-to-date, industry-based knowledge of best practices in IT process development, leadership, program management and software assurance. It provides a seamlessly integrated strategic understanding of the correct way to manage life cycle processes, software assurance processes, security and privacy.
Graduates will be able to interact and function effectively in a multi-national, multi-tiered project environment. In addition, they will be able to ensure that their organizations will be able to compete successfully within today's global environment.
Specific knowledge areas include IT portfolio and project management, system requirements elicitation and specification, comprehensive program construction concepts, assurance and business alignment processes and audit and control. Upon graduation, students will be able to create and oversee productive and continuously improving management control infrastructures for large, complex and diverse businesses.
The Master of Science in Computer & Information Systems program is