Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

The Master of Science in Information Systems Management program is designed to help you further develop your technical and administrative skills as you prepare to seek greater responsibilities in the workplace. Topics addressed in core technology courses include systems development tools and techniques, project management, database processing and management concepts, networking hardware and software, and information systems security administration. Core courses in this Keller Graduate School of Management series are intended to provide study in accounting, organizational development, change management, project planning and scheduling systems, and management practices for corporate information systems. In the capstone course, you could have the chance to design and develop your own real-world project. You can choose from several areas of specialization within this program, including information security, electronic commerce, wireless, network management, or data administration. This series is available on campus and online.

What Are the Prerequisites?

Before you enroll in a Keller Graduate School of Management degree program, you may need to satisfy minimum requirements before beginning the program, including having already earned a bachelor's degree. In addition, you might have current or recent experience in a corporate IT department or similar setting before entering the Master of Science in Information Systems Management program.

What Are the Course Requirements?

You will be required to complete 39 credit hours to earn this master's degree in information systems management. This includes 18 credits in program core classes, 15 credits in technology core courses, and 12 credits in one of three emphasis areas. Information Systems Management Course Requirement Examples could include:

• Managing Organizational Change
• Leadership and Organizational Behavior
• Strategic Management of Technology
• Systems Analysis, Planning, and Control
• Networking Concepts and Applications
• Technology Management Capstone
• Principles of Information Security and Privacy

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management's Master of Science in Information Systems Management program, you could apply to upper management or executive positions in nearly any type of business. You might possess the skills needed to oversee database management, network security, IT projects, or the development and implementation of business information systems.

Positions you could be interested in include:

• Chief information officer
• Network administrator
• Database manager
• Computer systems analyst