MS Information Systems at University of Texas at Arlington

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Information Systems is designed to provide graduates with both a general knowledge of business and a specialized knowledge of information systems. Students are exposed to the theory, research, and practical applications of numerous information systems areas including management information systems, database management systems, systems analysis and design, and data communications; and may take electives in general systems concepts, electronic commerce, business analytics, problem formulation, computer science, management sciences, research, and other related fields.

Faculty: College of Business | Department: Information Systems and Operations Management | Duration: 30-33 credit hours | Location: Arlington, TX, United States

What you will study

The programme totals 30-33 credit hours. Required courses listed include: Advanced Methods For Analytics; Data Engineering For Business Applications; Python Programming For Business Applications; Information Systems Project Management.

Career pathways

The program is designed to prepare students for information systems careers in business and industry, as well as in government and nonprofit organizations. Upon completion, students will be able to employ analytical methods and critical thinking to address complex information systems challenges.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission to the MS in Information Systems (MSIS) program is based on completion of the general admission requirements as specified under the Graduate Admissions Requirements and Procedures in the Catalog. Unconditional Admission Without Committee Review Individuals who meet each of the following two conditions are given unconditional admission: Applicant holds an earned bachelor's degree from an AACSB-accredited college or university, or equivalent, with a minimum GPA of 3.00 on the last 60 hours of undergraduate work, and GMAT/GRE must have verbal and quantitative scores at the 50th percentile or higher. Applicants who require committee review are considered for admission using the following factors, with no single factor used as the primary criterion for making admission decisions. Undergraduate and graduate GPA (overall, major, and last 60 hours) and program accreditation status of the applicant's degree granting institution; Score on the GMAT/GRE (including separate scores on the verbal and quantitative portions);

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer.

Master's application priority dates: Fall March 15, Spring August 15, Summer February 15. Some programmes have earlier dates. Apply through ApplyUTA.

International graduate applicants apply through ApplyUTA. English requirements: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 100. Non-U.S. transcripts are evaluated by FCSA for a $90.00 USD processing fee. Application fees are non-refundable.

Apply through the official page: https://www.uta.edu/admissions/apply

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