Program Overview

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Program Overview

The Master of Information Technology and Management (M.A.S.) program at Illinois Institute of Technology is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of information technology and management. The program offers nine specializations that target specific technology and management careers, allowing students to gain deeper knowledge and insights in a technology area of their choice.

Program Details

• Program Type: Master's
• Degree: M.A.S.
• Department: Information Technology and Management
• College: College of Computing
• Program Location: On Campus, Online
• STEM Designated: Yes
• Meets F-1 Visa Requirements: Yes

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the IT management master's program have obtained positions at companies such as Google, Microsoft, IBM, AT&T, KPMG, Chase, Deloitte, Alcatel-Lucent, and others in positions such as:

• Data analyst
• Digital systems architect
• Information systems and technology manager
• Business systems analyst
• Software or mobile app developer
• Systems administrator
• Web applications developer

Curriculum

The IT management degree program curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in information technology and management. Core course highlights include:

• Computer Systems
• Intro to Software Development
• Database Management Systems
• Web Development

Admission Requirements

Admission to Illinois Tech is required in order to enroll in the information technology and management master's degree program. Previous coursework or experience in technology is helpful but not required. Additional coursework may be required for those with no previous background in IT.

Why Choose Illinois Tech's IT Management Degree Program?

The program offers a number of advantages, including:

• A one-of-a-kind Elevate program for extensive hands-on IT experiences
• Nine specialization areas to enhance expertise
• A C2SAFE center, where business, government, academia, and security professionals intersect
• Hands-on experience through IT projects, student research, and faculty research projects
• On-campus students learn in the heart of Chicago's IT district

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Illinois Tech offers a range of aid options for those seeking to pursue a graduate education. Approximately 30-40 percent of graduate students receive scholarships annually.

Specialization Options

The IT management master's degree program allows students to select an area of specialization to gain deeper knowledge and insights in a technology area. Specialization areas include:

• Computer and Information Security
• Data Analytics and Management
• Information Technology Infrastructure
• IT Management and Entrepreneurship
• Management Information Systems
• Smart Technology and Innovation
• Software Development
• Systems Analysis
• Web Design and Application Development

Program Objectives

The Master of Information Technology and Management program educational objectives are to:

• Deliver optimal technical and policy technology solutions for the problems of business, industry, government, non-profit organizations, and individuals in each student's particular area of focus
• Work with, lead, and manage teams in an enterprise environment to collaboratively arrive at optimal technology solutions
• Manage and deploy information resources applicable to each student's particular area of focus in an enterprise setting
• Conduct and report on significant research in information technology and/or the management of information technology

Program Description

The Master of Information Technology and Management program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of information technology and management. The program offers a range of specializations, allowing students to gain deeper knowledge and insights in a technology area of their choice. With a strong focus on hands-on experience and real-world applications, the program prepares students for careers in IT management and related fields.