MBA and M.S. in Information Systems Dual Degree Master’s Program

Program Overview

Program Details

Degree

Master of Science or Dual-Degree MBA

School

School of Business

Department

School of Business Graduate Program

Available

On Campus & Online

Program Description

This dual degree provides a blend of coding skills and leadership perspectives, enabling you to be more innovative about developing and deploying technologies that help accomplish strategic priorities.

The dual MS-MBA degree will give you the technical knowledge and leadership skills needed to bridge the gap between technical teams and business objectives effectively. This program will accelerate your growth into management positions and open up a more diverse selection of career choices. You will earn two separate Master’s degrees at the completion of this dual degree program.

Program Benefits

• Strategic Decision-Making: Learn to take an analytics-intensive approach to topics like digital innovation and cybersecurity to guide technology strategies.
• Leadership: Learn to frame problems from the perspective of a CIO, driving organizational change through technology.
• Technical Expertise: Become more innovative about developing and deploying technologies that help businesses accomplish strategic priorities.

Careers

• Business Analyst
• IT Management
• Information Systems Manager
• Supply Chain Management
• Cybersecurity Manager
• Technology Strategy Consultant

Core Courses

• BIA 610 Applied Analytics - 3 Credits
• MGT 612 Leader Development - 3 Credits
• MGT 635 Managerial Judgment and Decision Making - 3 Credits
• MGT 641 Marketing Management - 3 Credits
• MGT 663 Discovering and Exploiting Entrepreneurial Opportunities (3)
• MGT 808 Fundamentals of Consulting - 1 Credit
• MGT 809 Industry Capstone Experience - 1 to 3 Credits
• FIN 515 Financial Decision Making - 3 Credits
• MIS 637 Data Analytics and Machine Learning - 3 Credits
• MIS 760 Information Technology Strategy - 3 Credits
• MGT 609 Project Management Fundamentals - 3 Credits
• MIS 699 Digital Innovation - 3 Credits
• MIS 710 Process Innovation and Management - 3 Credits
• MIS 730 Integrating Information System Technologies - 3 Credits
• MIS 631 Data Management - 2 Credits
• MIS 632 Data Management Lab - 1 Credit
• FIN 523 Financial Management - 3 Credits
• FIN 500 Financial and Managerial Accounting - 3 Credits
• MGT 506 Economics for Managers - 3 Credits

Elective Courses

Students are required to take 4 electives (12 credits) of Information Systems (MIS) courses. Electives must be approved by an advisor. Students seeking a more structured approach can use elective courses to pursue one of the concentrations listed below.

Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence

• MIS 635 Designing the Knowledge Organization
• MIS 636 Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence
• MIS 637 Data Analytics and Machine Learning OR 1 Elective

Business Process Management and Service Innovation

• MIS 690 Supply Chain Management and Strategy OR BIA 674 Supply Chain Analytics
• MIS 712 Advanced Business Process Management OR BIA 650 Process Optimization and Analytics
• MIS 714 Service Innovation

Business Cybersecurity

• FIN 545 Risk Management for Financial Cybersecurity
• MIS 645 Cybersecurity Principles for Managers
• MIS 720 Managing Enterprise Network Security Architectures

Project Management

• MGT 610 Strategic Perspectives of Project Management
• MGT 611 Project Analytics
• MGT 612 Leader Development
• MGT 614 Advanced Project Management

About The Stevens MBA Program

Program Highlights

• A STEM-Designated MBA: Applicable concentrations of the MBA program hold the STEM designations, setting it apart from ordinary MBA offerings by infusing technology at the forefront of the curriculum.
• Traditional Business Through the Technology Lens: At Stevens, conventional business disciplines are taught from a technological perspective, ensuring graduates are well-versed in leveraging leading-edge tools and methodologies to drive innovation across all aspects of a business.
• AI and Machine Learning are Here to Stay: Students gain an essential understanding and practical application of AI and machine learning, equipping them to take the lead in navigating the fourth industrial revolution and propel industries forward.
• Real-World Consulting Experience: The hallmark of the full-time MBA, the Industry Capstone Program, immerses students in consulting engagements with real-world companies.
• Invaluable Networking Opportunities: Capstone projects involve partnering with companies, providing students with networking opportunities and allowing them to foster connections that can lead to career advancement.

About the Stevens M.S. in Information Systems Program

Highlights of the Information Systems Program

• Cohort-Driven Learning Experience: Students begin their journey with a cohort of peers, taking four core courses together in their first semester.
• Speak the Language of Business: Developing a comprehensive understanding of business principles, including accounting, finance and project management, enables students to effectively communicate and engage with senior leaders, suppliers and clients.
• Robust Information Systems Curriculum: Our Information Systems Master's curriculum provides a strong foundation for how companies leverage technologies strategically, integrate complex systems and adopt transformative business models and processes to stay ahead in today's rapidly evolving landscape.
• Real-World Exposure and Industry Proximity: From day one, students are immersed in the vibrant business ecosystem of the tri-state area, learning from case studies, industry experts and alumni who serve as leaders in major global industries, including finance, technology, healthcare and more.
• Tailored Specializations: Students can align their education with their career goals by choosing from specialized tracks in business analytics and artificial intelligence, business process management and business cybersecurity or select electives that best match their aspirations.
• Industry-Focused Technical Expertise: Combining technical proficiency with industry-specific knowledge empowers students to understand and solve challenges unique to their desired field, whether it's supply chain analytics for retail or blockchain applications in pharmaceuticals.
• Holistic Skill Development: Information Systems master's students cultivate both soft skills and technical expertise in areas such as digitization, data science, AI, IoT and emerging communication technologies, positioning them as well-rounded professionals with a holistic view of how today’s systems are designed, developed and deployed to maximize effectiveness.
• Invaluable Networking Opportunities: Students are encouraged to participate in the Industry Capstone program, which connects them with companies and offers networking opportunities to advance their careers in Information Technology.

Information Systems Careers

• Business/Technology Consultant
• Data Analyst
• Developer
• IT Project Manager
• Product Manager
• Solutions/Cloud Architect

Organizations hiring Information Systems graduates include companies such as:

• Allstate
• Avis Budget Group
• Barclays
• Blackrock
• BMW North America
• BNY Mellon
• Cantor Fitzgerald
• Charles Schwab
• Cognizant
• Comcast
• EY
• Fannie Mae
• Farmers Insurance
• Goldman Sachs
• Liberty Mutual
• Morgan Stanley
• Motorola Solutions
• T-Mobile USA
• Universal Music Group
• Vanguard
• Walmart
• Wayfair

Master's in Information Systems: Facts & Figures

• 99% Employed 6 Months After Graduation
• $89,688 Average Salary
• $8,167 Average Signing Bonus
• #19 Best Online Grad Information Technology Programs (U.S. News & World Report)

Stevens MBA: Facts & Figures

• 90% Employed 6 Months After Graduation
• $82,563 Average Salary
• #1 of 24 Best General Business Admin & Management Master's (College Factual)