Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
The Master of Science in Computer Information Systems is designed for students who seek a degree that prepares them for positions in organizations that design, develop or use computer systems. It is for students who do not necessarily have a bachelor’s degree in computer science but who wish to obtain advanced training with special emphasis on component engineering, object-oriented design and analysis, and the building and maintenance of data-driven systems. The objective of the program is to meet the demand for information systems skills and to provide a path for professionals from diverse fields to rapidly transition to computer information systems career paths. The M.S. in computer information systems is also available in a complete online distance-learning mode through the Virtual Campus.
Admission Requirements
An applicant for the master’s program in computer information systems is not required to have a bachelor’s degree in computer science, but should have a background that includes mathematical proficiency beyond the level of college algebra. The GRE test is not required for admission into this degree program, but in those rare cases where the applicants’ abilities are not clear, the program chair reserves the right to require it.
General admission requirements and the process for applying are discussed in the Academic Overview section of the university catalog.
Degree Requirements
The Master of Science in Computer Information Systems requires a minimum of 30 credit hours, as follows:
| CREDITS | ||
| CIS 5080 | Projects in CIS (capstone course) | 3 |
| CIS 5100 | Data Structures and Programming | 3 |
| CIS 5200 | Advanced Programming | 3 |
| CIS 5220 | Computer Organization | 3 |
| CIS 5230 | Operating Systems | |
| Electives (at least 6 credit hours in CIS, CSE or SWE courses) | 15 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED | 30 | |
A student who can verify competence in any required course may substitute an appropriate course with the permission of the appropriate site director and the program chair. Recommended electives include any BUS, CIS, CSE, ECE, MGT, MTH, ORP, SWE or SYS courses approved by the student’s adviser and the program chair.
All students must take and complete the program capstone course, Projects in Computer Information Systems (CIS 5080), to graduate.