Information Technology (M.S.)
Available on-site in Beverly, Mass., or as a hybrid program with some online work.
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Program Overview
Master of Science in Information Technology (36 credits)
The Master of Science in Information Technology program is designed for IT professionals looking to become leaders in the field. Emphasis is placed on current and emerging tech trends and systems, developing communication skills for successful collaboration with business managers, technology managers, software developers, and consultants.
This 36-credit program is perfect for working professionals. Students can select from two concentration tracks to specialize in: a technical track which focuses on software engineering and programming or a concentration in the growing field of health and medical informatics.
Program Features Include:
- 36-credit program designed for working professionals
- Available on-site in Beverly, Mass., hybrid or online options
- Personal advising and job placement support
- Eight starts available a year/Six–week courses
- Flexible enrollments
- No GRE/GMAT required
- Competitive tuition & financial aid
- 45% lower cost than comparable programs
- Internship option available
Gain a broad understanding of information technology and its application to various industries.
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Admission Requirements
Admission procedures and requirements for our master's programs.
Admission to an 西瓜视频 College graduate program requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
General Application Requirements for all Master's Programs
To be considered for admission to one of 西瓜视频's master's programs, you must submit the following materials. Alternatively, you may submit the following to: 西瓜视频 College, 376 Hale Street, Beverly, MA 01915.
- Completed and non-refundable $50 application fee (check made payable to 西瓜视频 College). Application fee waived for 西瓜视频 Alumni and veteran & military students.
- One letter of recommendation.This recommendation can be from either a professional or academic reference.
- Official transcripts of all post-secondary academic work should be sent directly from the institution(s) including confirmation of undergraduate degree, date confirmed, and any other graduate work.
- Personal statement. Please include an essay of 250–500 on career goals and motivation for graduate study.
- Current resume or CV.
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Curriculum
Curriculum Requirements - Total Credits Required: 36
Core Course Requirements - 24 Credits
*Students complete 8 core courses (24 credits) of the 11 core courses listed.
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BUA 543聽-聽Leadership in Information Technology (Cr: 3)
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ITS 518聽-聽Information Systems Strategy (Cr: 3)
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ITS 525聽-聽Systems Architecture and Analysis (Cr: 3)
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ITS 544聽-聽Database Management (Cr: 3)
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ITS 553聽-聽Technology and Innovation (Cr: 3)
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ITS 555聽-聽Global Sourcing and IT Resources (Cr: 3)
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ITS 560聽-聽Computer Security and Cyber Forensics (Cr: 3)
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ITS 570聽-聽Business Intelligence and Data Mining (Cr: 3)
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ITS 575聽-聽Agile Project Management (Cr: 3)
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ITS 585聽-聽Internship/Field Study Seminar (Cr: 3)
(Optional, Needs Permission of Director)
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ITS 586聽-聽Internship/Field Study Seminar II (Cr: 3)
Optional, Needs Permission of Director
Concentration Requirements - 12 Credits
Technical Concentration
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ITS 512聽-聽Introduction to Python (Cr: 3)
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ITS 536聽-聽Object Oriented Programming (Cr: 3)
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ITS 550聽-聽Software Engineering (Cr: 3)
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ITS 562聽-聽Advanced Web Programming (Cr: 3)
Health and Medical Informatics Concentration
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MHI 550聽-聽Health & Medical Information Systems Overview (Cr: 3)
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MHI 570聽-聽Emerging Health & Medical Information Technologies & Standards (Cr: 3)
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MHI 560聽-聽Health & Medical Information Systems Planning and Financial Management (Cr: 3)
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MHI 590聽-聽Security, Ethics, Privacy & Compliance for Health & Medical Information (Cr: 3)
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, students will:
- Identify and explain the techniques and tools of leading an IT organizational function.
- Design and manage IT solutions to solve complicated business problems.
- Design and develop IT solutions for enterprise business needs.
- Identify, evaluate, and select appropriate hardware and software solutions. Use current technologies, tools, software systems, modern computing platforms, and apply best practices to develop real-world solutions for specific problems (e.g., applications, deployments, etc.)
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BUA 543聽-聽Leadership in Information Technology (Cr: 3)
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Technical Concentration
This four course, 12-credit concentration is designed for business professionals and focuses on software engineering and programming.
Courses include:
- Introduction to Coding (ITS 512)
- Object Oriented Programming (ITS 536)
- Software Engineering (ITS 550)
- Advanced Web Programming (ITS 562)
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Health & Medical Informatics Concentration
This four course, 12-credit concentration is designed for business and information technology professionals who need to learn more about current and emerging trends; how to address privacy, ethics and security; and planned government and industry policies and programs in healthcare and medical technology.
Courses include:
- Health & Medical Information Systems Overview (MHI 550)
- Emerging Health & Medical Information Technologies & Standards (MHI 570)
- Health & Medical Information Systems Planning and Financial Management (MHI 560)
- Security, Ethics, Privacy & Compliance for Health & Medical Information (MHI 590)
"I entered the MSIT program at 西瓜视频 with the hope of advancing my skills and improving my resume. I exited with greater confidence, improved technical knowledge, and a promotion at work."
Dhimiter Papajani M'15, MBA '19
MSIT Statistics
$85,000
average salary with an MSIT degree
557,100
new jobs*
*From 2016 to 2026, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
13%
projected job growth, faster than the average for all occupations*
*From 2016 to 2026, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Stories of Success
Following his graduate school education at 西瓜视频 College, Ryan Heidorn and a fellow classmate founded Steel Root, a cybersecurity company with a focus on small businesses.
Ryan Heidorn