Computer Information Systems, Project Management Concentration, M.S.

(36 credits)

Program Description

The Master of Science in Computer Information Systems is designed for students seeking to combine the development of technical competence in information systems with gaining knowledge and furthering skills in managerial and organizational areas. Graduates of this program will be able to work in a variety of fields to maximize state of the art information system tools and techniques to promote organizational success.

Program Learning Outcomes

A student who successfully completes this program will have demonstrated the following fundamental outcomes associated with an information technology curriculum. 

• Analyze problems and provide appropriate coding solutions using the basic principles of object-oriented programming as applied to current programming practices in computer science, including the use of such techniques as modularity and abstraction. 
• Design and implement normalized database structures using tables, queries, reports, and forms while utilizing the SQL programming language.  
• Understand data communication networks focusing on layered network structure and basic protocol functions. Apply basic rules of network design addressing issues such as addressing, multiplexing, routing, forwarding, flow control, error control, congestion response, and reliability. 
• Design solutions that apply state-of-the-art protection against threats to hardware and software in both public and private environments. Plan security solutions using appropriate techniques of cryptography, malware identification, and physical security in web, cloud and network environments. 
• Plan for the management of complex projects in the context of overall organizational goals and strategy. Oversee team members and address issues of team building, planning, scope management, time management, and budgetary constraints. 
• Design effective and usable web pages using standardized HTML and CSS procedures. Apply responsive access techniques across a variety of web platforms. 

Project Management Concentration

Project Management is a concentration that prepares individuals to apply quantitative and qualitative knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to manage projects in a wide range of fields and occupations. Includes instruction in project planning, risk management, cost and time management, contracts and procurement, accounting, statistics, decision making, and human resources.

Project managers need strong leadership skills, the ability to set and stick to a schedule, multitasking ability, analytical thinking, strong communication skills, and an orientation toward getting things done.