Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-08-01 | - |
2024-01-01 | - |
2024-05-01 | - |
Program Overview
NSU's Master of Science in Information Technology equips students with a comprehensive foundation in information systems, technologies, and infrastructure. The program offers four concentrations: Application Development, Artificial Intelligence Management, Cybersecurity Management, and Data Analytics. Graduates are prepared for careers in software development, cybersecurity, data analysis, and other technology-related fields. The program can be completed in one year through 8-week courses.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
NSU's Master of Science in Information Technology is designed to help students advance their careers in the technology industry. The program provides a strong foundation in information systems, application and security technologies, and systems infrastructure. Students can choose from four concentrations: Application Development, Artificial Intelligence Management, Cybersecurity Management, and Data Analytics. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Communicate information technology concepts, designs, and solutions effectively and professionally
- Apply knowledge of information technology to produce effective designs and solutions for specific problems
- Identify, analyze, and synthesize professional literature relating to the field of information technology
- 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.)
Outline:
The M.S. in Information Technology program consists of 30 total credits (10 courses). Students can complete the program in 1 year by taking 8-week courses.
Core Courses (15 credits)
- Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
- Telecommunications and Computer Networking
- Database Systems
- Platform Technologies
- Software Development
Application Development Concentration (9 credits)
- Mobile Application Development
- Interaction Design
- Web Services
Artificial Intelligence Management Concentration (12 credits)
- Project Management
- Data Analytics
- Technology Management
- Deep Learning
Cybersecurity Management Concentration (9 credits)
- Information Security Operations Management
- Information Security Governance
- Governance System Auditing
Data Analytics Concentration (9 credits)
- Data Warehousing
- Data Mining
Careers:
Graduates of the M.S. in Information Technology program can pursue careers in a variety of fields, including:
- Software Developer
- Web Developer
- Database Administrator
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Information Security Engineer
- Chief Information Security Officer
- Data Analyst
- Data Scientist