Master of Science in Management Information Systems Online
Expand your understanding of information systems and their value to organizations in the business world as you prepare for roles as a technology-driven leader with data management experience.
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Program Overview
Develop advanced expertise with the online MS in Management Information Systems
$15,783.90
Total Tuition
as few as 10 months
Program Duration
30
Credit Hours
Leverage cutting-edge technology to help businesses achieve their goals when you graduate with an online Master of Science in Management Information Systems from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Curriculum for this cutting-edge program prepares you to create, maintain and manage effective information systems in a wide range of professional settings.
Benefit from the flexibility of our 100% online coursework as you explore key industry concepts like software development, information security, data analytics and cloud management. This AACSB-accredited MIS master’s equips you for leadership roles guiding core business activities and improved decision-making through enhanced use of technology.
In this online program, you will learn to:
- Increase your understanding of current and historical theories, concepts and models of the discipline
- Recognize the dynamic nature of organizations and the complexity of organizational initiatives
- Develop the ability to access and evaluate the literature of the discipline and understand the major issues in the current state of information technology (IT)
- Gain the ability to write and speak about the current issues of the discipline to peers, practitioners and the public
- Articulate and demonstrate knowledge of IT
- Write and present IT concepts and reasoning to peers and practitioners
- Identify and understand critical issues in the discipline
- Develop the ability to challenge and evaluate information
- Synthesize and integrate knowledge in the discipline
- Understand and exhibit the professional standards for responsible conduct in the discipline
- Demonstrate the skills to interact with and manage a diverse mix of people in a dynamic, digitally connected world
- Demonstrate the skills to utilize a diverse mix of processes
- Understand the value and ethics of practicing the profession in society
- Gain ability to apply knowledge in the discipline to solve sophisticated problems and to interpret technical issues
- Increase your understanding of current and historical theories, concepts and models of the discipline
- Recognize the dynamic nature of organizations and the complexity of organizational initiatives
- Develop the ability to access and evaluate the literature of the discipline and understand the major issues in the current state of information technology (IT)
- Gain the ability to write and speak about the current issues of the discipline to peers, practitioners and the public
- Articulate and demonstrate knowledge of IT
- Write and present IT concepts and reasoning to peers and practitioners
- Identify and understand critical issues in the discipline
- Develop the ability to challenge and evaluate information
- Synthesize and integrate knowledge in the discipline
- Understand and exhibit the professional standards for responsible conduct in the discipline
- Demonstrate the skills to interact with and manage a diverse mix of people in a dynamic, digitally connected world
- Demonstrate the skills to utilize a diverse mix of processes
- Understand the value and ethics of practicing the profession in society
- Gain ability to apply knowledge in the discipline to solve sophisticated problems and to interpret technical issues
Career opportunities:
- Systems Analyst
- Technology Manager
- Software Developer
- System Integrator
- System Administrator
- Network Administrator
- Consultant
- Systems Analyst
- Technology Manager
- Software Developer
- System Integrator
- System Administrator
- Network Administrator
- Consultant
The School of Business at SIUE is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) and is one of only two percent of business colleges and universities in the world to hold this accreditation for business and accounting. The School has been accredited since 1975.
Tuition
Pay your affordable tuition course by course
Tuition for the MS in Management Information Systems online degree program is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.
$526.13
Per Credit Hour
$1,578.39
Per 3 Credit-Hour Course
$15,783.90*
Total Tuition
If you are applying for financial aid, please use Federal School Code 001759. For more information, please contact our financial aid office by calling 618-650-3880 or emailing [email protected].
*Tuition includes all fees and is subject to change without notice. The University reserves the right to increase tuition and fees at any time.
Calendar
Choose from multiple start dates to create your own academic schedule
The MS in Management Information Systems program is delivered in an online format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring six start dates each year. Choose the start date that best fits your goals.
Upcoming Start Dates
8/7/24
Next Application Deadline
8/24/24
Start Classes
| Term | Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall I | 8/24/24 | 8/7/24 | 8/14/24 | 8/20/24 | 8/22/24 | 10/11/24 |
| Fall II | 10/19/24 | 10/2/24 | 10/9/24 | 10/15/24 | 10/17/24 | 12/13/24 |
Admissions
Explore the requirements for the MS in Management Information Systems online program
Admission to the MS in MIS online program is based on a variety of factors including undergraduate grade point average (GPA), professional resume and previous work in other graduate programs.
Register quickly and easily – here’s what you need to know
- Graduate School application and $40 fee
- Submission of all postsecondary academic transcripts
- Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree prior to enrollment
- Minimum GPA of 2.50 in undergraduate coursework and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in any graduate coursework*
- Current resume demonstrating detailed post-bachelor's degree professional work experience
- Personal history information
- All applicants with foreign academic credentials whose first language is not English must demonstrate adequate English language proficiency in advance of admission
- Proof of English Proficiency: minimum requirements are TOEFL (79), IELTS (6.5) or equivalent
*Applicants with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or lower in undergraduate coursework may be required to submit recent GMAT or GRE scores after an initial review of the application.
Program application materials may be uploaded during the application process, but official transcripts must be sent directly from the school attended, and test scores must be verifiable with the appropriate testing service. Please contact the Graduate Admissions office with questions regarding the application submission process at [email protected].
Review the SIUE Admissions Policy for more information.
All required documents (e.g., official transcripts) should be sent to the following address:
SIUE Office of Graduate and International Admissions
Campus Box 1047
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1047
Electronic official transcripts should be submitted to [email protected].
Have a question? Call us at 877-244-4661.
Courses
Discover what you will learn in the online MS in Management Information Systems program
The MS in MIS online curriculum is comprised of 30 credit hours, including 21 credit hours of management information systems core courses and 9 credit hours of electives.
In order to earn your MIS online, you will complete the following required courses:
In order to earn your MIS online, you will complete three of the following elective courses:
