Master of Science in Computer Information Systems

Offered at Hanscom

Overview

The Master of Science in Computer Information Systems (MSCIS) is designed for students who wish to combine a technical competence in computer science and information systems with a knowledge of managerial and organizational issues. Students receive training in both the modern techniques of management and the technology of computer systems.

Coursework for the MSCIS can be completed in approximately 20-24 months.

In some cases, students may fulfill degree requirements for the MSCIS by enrolling in online courses through Metropolitan College. Please contact the local field office for more information.

For example, a Concentration in Information Security is available to MSCIS students who wish to enroll in three online courses for their elective credits. The Concentration in Information Security is certified by the National Security Agency and the Committee on National Security Systems.

The Graduate Certificate in Project Management is offered as a concentration in the MSCIS Program.

Degree Requirements

The MSCIS consists of ten 4-credit courses for a total of 40 credit hours.

Students may earn the MSCIS as well as the Graduate Certificate in Project Management by completing a total of ten or eleven courses. MSCIS students may substitute the four project management courses for their elective courses.

Prerequisites
Students must demonstrate proficiency in the area of algorithms and C++ or Java languages. This prerequisite must be met before enrolling in MET CS 520 Information Structures and may be evidenced through previous coursework or demonstrated in a waiver examination. Students who cannot demonstrate such computer proficiency must enroll in, MET CS 201 Introduction to Computer Science I with C++ or MET CS 231 Introduction to Computer Science for Programmers with C++ or MET CS 232 Introduction to Java.

Core Courses
7 courses (28 credits), as follows:

• Financial and Managerial Accounting (MET AC 630) *
• Information Structures (MET CS 520)
• Business Data Communications and Networks (MET TC 625)
• Database Design and Implementation for Business (MET CS 669)
• Information Systems Analysis and Design (MET CS 682)
• IT Strategy and Management (MET CS 782)
• Statistical Analysis (MET OM 735) *

*Note: Students who have successfully completed previous equivalent coursework for MET AC 630 and/or MET OM 735 may substitute electives for these courses upon approval of the program director.

Electives
Students may choose three, four, or five electives from available offerings in computer science or business.