The MSIT is a professional graduate program designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the rapidly evolving IT landscape. It focuses on the strategic implementation and management of information technology systems to meet business objectives. The curriculum blends advanced technical knowledge in areas like cloud computing, cybersecurity, data management, and network architecture with essential management skills in project management, IT governance, and organizational leadership.
The MSIT degree blends strategic IT leadership, advanced technical knowledge, and practical skills. It equips students to architect, manage, and secure modern technology systems across industries—aligned with business goals and ethical standards.
Merges management, technical depth, and strategic insight.
Cybersecurity, Software Development, or Data Analytics tracks
Capstone project ensures real-world IT problem-solving
Prepares students for roles like IT Manager, Security Lead, Systems Developer, or Data Engineer
Our comprehensive curriculum is structured into different blocks. Each block combines theoretical foundations and practical applications:
| Code | Course title | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| IT 501: | Foundations of Information Technology | 3 | Core |
| IT 502 | IT Project Management | 3 | Core |
| IT 503 | Systems Analysis & Design | 3 | Core |
| IT 504 | Database Management & Big Data | 3 | Core |
| IT 505 | Information Security & Assurance | 3 | Core |
| Credits required: 15 | |||
Choose one: 12 credits
| Code | Course title | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| IT 620 | Network & Cyber Security | 3 | Elective |
| IT 621 | Digital Forensics | 3 | Elective |
| IT 622 | Ethical Hacking & Incident Response | 3 | Elective |
| IT 623 | Security Policy, Ethics & Legal Environment | 3 | Elective |
| IT 630 | Advanced Programming & Data Structures | 3 | Elective |
| IT 631 | OOP & Design Patterns | 3 | Elective |
| IT 632 | Software Testing & Quality Assurance | 3 | Elective |
| IT 633 | Mobile & Cloud App Development | 3 | Elective |
| IT 640 | Intro to Data Science | 3 | Elective |
| IT 641 | Statistical Data Analysis | 3 | Elective |
| IT 642 | Predictive & Decision Analytics | 3 | Elective |
| IT 643 | Data Visualization & BI Tools | 3 | Elective |
| Credits required: 12 | |||
| Code | Course title | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| IT 511 | Enterprise Architecture & Strategic Planning | 3 | Core |
| IT 512 | IT Leadership, Ethics & Policy | 3 | Core |
| IT 513 | Graduate Capstone Project in Information Technology | 3 | Core |
| Credits required: 9 | |||
| Component | Credits |
|---|---|
| Core courses | 15 |
| Concentration tracks | 12 |
| Applied & Strategic core | 9 |
| Total credits: 36 | |
Graduates of this program have pursued various rewarding career paths:
Plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization, manage IT staff, and ensure the smooth operation of all technology systems
Design and build complex technical solutions that solve specific business problems, often integrating software, hardware, and networking
Protect an organization's computer systems and networks from cyber threats, monitor for security breaches, and lead incident response efforts
To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following requirements: