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Master of Science in Information
Systems, contact us:
Florida International University
Chapman Graduate School of Business
1101 Brickell Avenue - Suite 1000
Miami, Florida 33131
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FIU's College of Business is
among the 5 percent of elite
business schools worldwide
accredited by the AACSB
International - The Association
to Advance Collegiate Schools
of Business.
Lead IT-Driven Change
Break Out of the Cubicle!
FIU’s Master of Science in Information Systems
(MSIS) prepares you to lead organizations to
compete effectively by leveraging data and
technology. In today’s complex and competitive business environment, IT
specialists need the latest technical skills to design and manage
rapidly changing information systems. At the same time, they
need highly developed managerial skills to communicate
effectively with customers and management.
You will gain the perfect blend of technical
and management skills from the AACSB
accredited, top ranked, Chapman Graduate
School of Business.
In just one year earn a prestigious new degree;
start your journey to professional advancement
and unlimited career options in IT Management
and beyond.
FIU’s College of Business is
among the 5 percent of elite
business schools worldwide
accredited by the AACSB
International - The Association
to Advance Collegiate Schools
of Business.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS
DEVELOPING NEXT GENERATION CIOs
MSIS.FIU.EDU
As a busy professional, you work hard to keep up with
advancements in technology. Every day presents a new
challenge and a new opportunity - as you help lead your
organization successfully into the future.
But how can you gain the right combination of skills that will
increase your marketability, enhance your career options and
boost your confidence?
Is the MSIS Right For You?
Unique Features - Exclusive Benefits
Learn From the Best
Program Requirements
FIU’s MSIS is the only program of its kind that was designed with strategic direction
from South Florida’s top CIOs. Based on their valuable input, this intensive, in-depth
graduate program will teach you to manage IT resources to add the best value for
your organization. With your MIS degree, you’ll increase your marketability, enhance
your career options and boost your confidence.
Here are some of the many unique features and exclusive benefits of the Master of
Science in Information Systems program:
The strong academic credentials and hands-on experience that our extraordinary
faculty offer will allow you to enhance your learning beyond measure. Many of
them serve as officers in international academic professional societies, sit on the
boards of public and non-profit organizations, and provide consulting services to
organizations and businesses both large and small.
To be considered for admission to the MSIS,
you must:
Quick Facts for Information
Systems Managers
• One-Year Completion - This highly intense program allows you to complete your
graduate degree in just 12 months.
• Convenient Schedule for Working Professionals - Classes scheduled to allow
you to keep working full-time.
Dinesh Batra
PhD in Management
Information Systems
Indiana University
Monica Tremblay
PhD in Business,
Information Systems
University of South Florida
Karlene Cousins
PhD in Computer,
Information Systems
Georgia State University
Debra VanderMeer
PhD in Computer Science
Georgia Institute of
Technology
• Joint Degree Option - If you choose, you can combine your MSMIS with an
MBA. Contact us for details.
David Darcy
PhD in Business,
Information Systems
University of Pittsburgh
• Highly Personalized - With the maximum number of students per class capped
at 40, you can be sure of receiving individualized attention throughout the
program. In addition, you can count on the support of an FIU staff every step of
the way, assisting you with “no red-tape registration” to special events, and more.
Nicole Wishart
PhD in Business,
Information Systems
Florida International
University
Keumsok Kang
PhD in Management
Purdue University
Weidong Xia
PhD in Business
Administration
University of
Pittsburgh
• Latest Technology - You will be exposed to the latest technology applications
through our state-of-the-art labs.
Lowest
10%
earned
less than
$75K
Median
Annual
Wage:
$120K
Top 10%
earned
more than
$187K
Number of Jobs: 332,700
Job Outlook for 2012-2022
15% (Faster than average)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,
Occupational Outlook Handbook 2012
• Scholarships Available - Limited amount of scholarships available for students
with outstanding credentials. Contact us for details.
• Soft Skills Improvement - You will have the opportunity to take professional
development seminars focused on leadership, team building, and career
development skills.
• A Network of Diverse Professionals - Since this is a cohort-based, lock-step
program, you will study and learn with the same classmates all year long, leading
to strong relationships that enrich your personal and professional life long after
the program finishes.
• Career Management Services - You will have access to extensive services and
tools that will help you gain the knowledge, skills and savvy to be competitive in
today’s challenging job market, including interview preparation, job placement
assistance and much more.
“I was particularly looking for a dynamic, fast-paced, challenging
program that would provide me with the tool set and framework for
a successful career in the information systems field. FIU’s MSIS
went beyond those expectations successfully providing me with the
foundation to lead one of the largest payment networks, VisaNet, as
the Head of Global Network Processing for Latin America.”
Leonardo Collado
Head of Global Network Processing
Latin American at Visa Inc.
“I decided to pursue the Master of Science in Management
Information Systems at FIU because I wanted to better understand
the managerial aspect of information systems. The program has
allowed me to look ahead into leadership positions to reach my
professional goals. I have built my IT knowledge through projects
and close collaboration with multiple IT teams. FIU’s MSIS provided
the missing stepping stone into higher levels in my career.”
Erica Viquez
Baptist Health South Florida
Clinical Business Technology Consultant
Richard Klein
PhD in Business
Administration
Georgia State University
Information technology is one of the most exciting and
challenging fields today. Technological breakthroughs,
faster product life cycles, international competition
and increasingly specialized markets demand a new
generation of professionals who can integrate the latest
principles, methods and techniques of both technology
and IT management.
· Hold a four-year bachelor’s degree from an
accredited college or university.
· Meet one of the following two requirements:
1. A minimum score of 500 on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) and a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) in upper-division undergraduate courses. The GRE may also be considered.
2. A minimum of four years of work experience in the IT field and a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) in upper- division undergraduate courses.
Since the MSIS program is very demanding,
preference is given to applicants who have MIS/CISrelated work experience or who have majored in CS,
MIS, or CIS.
Curriculum
Our up-to-date curriculum is continually adjusted
to reflect changes in the IT field.
Project Management of IS
Business Process Design
Management of the IS Function Database Management
Business Intelligence Applications
Data Warehousing
Information Security & Compliance
IS Strategy & Governance
Enterprise Information Systems
Systems Analysis & Design
Managing Distributed Architectures
E-commerce & Internet Business Applications
Professional Development Seminars
For the most current information, be sure
to check our website: MSIS.FIU.EDU