Course Requirements (MSCIS)
The Master of Science in Computer Information Systems is targeted toward the graduates of engineering, engineering technology, and science degrees. Applicants with business degrees will be considered on a case-by-case basis. MSCIS will prepare students for professional success in modern and emerging areas of computer information technology/systems. The Master of Science in Computer Information Systems degree consist of two options: Thesis and Non Thesis.
The Non-Thesis option is recommended for students who do not plan to pursue a Ph.D. and prefer not to perform an extensive research effort. The Non-Thesis option consists of eight core and three elective courses. The degree can be completed with in-class or online courses. Most classes are offered as online sections.
The Thesis option is recommended for those who either plan to continue on to Doctorial work or are employed at a research intensive organization. The Thesis option consist of nine core and two elective courses.
MSCIS Course Requirements
Choose from Thesis or Non-Thesis Options: (6-9 credits)
Non-Thesis Option: (3 hrs.)
Computer Info. Systems Capstone Project or Research.
Thesis Option: (6 hrs.)
Computer Info. Systems Thesis I and Thesis II.
Electives (6-9 credits)
Non-Thesis Option: (9 hrs.); Thesis Option: (6 hrs.)
MSCIS Electives
International students with 5.5 IELTS score or TOEFL iBT internet-based test score between 68 and 76 will need to take ENGM 698 Professional Seminar as one of the required courses instead ENGM/ECIS 612 Technical Project Management.
Course Requirements
There are two degree options for the Master of Science in Computer Information Systems: the Thesis option and the Non-Thesis option, each requiring a total of 30 credit hours for graduation. Below is the curriculum for each option
Thesis Option
Core Courses (21 credits)
Thesis (6 credits)
Elective Courses (3 credits; choose 1 course)
Non-Thesis Option
Core Courses (21 credits)
Project or Research (3 credits)
Elective Courses (6 credits; choose 2 courses)