Program Overview

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MS, Management Information Systems

The MS, Management Information Systems program is offered by the Mays Business School, Department of Information and Operations Management at Texas A&M University - College Station.

Overview

This full-time program produces graduates who are both business analysts and information system specialists. Graduates of the program possess the business, technical, and leadership skills to meet the challenges presented by rapidly evolving information technology and the need to effectively incorporate this technology into business strategy and day-to-day operations.

Why Earn the MS-MIS at Texas A&M?

Unique Program Design

Our unique blend of technical and managerial training will equip graduates to immediately contribute to solving business problems, making them highly valued and respected in the workforce and sought after by top companies. Optional internships provide students with real-world experience and the opportunity to put into practice the skills learned in class.

Career Placement Support and Options

Graduates of the MS-MIS program at Texas A&M University move on to careers in a variety of industries in numerous functional roles. The MS-MIS program assists students in preparing for and finding employment through our Career Management Center, professional networking opportunities, internships, and recruitment visits by the industry's top companies.

Our graduates are sought to fill roles as:

• Business Analysts
• Systems Analysts
• Database Analysts/Administrators
• Software Engineers/Developers
• Security Consultants
• Network Analysts
• Technology Advisors
• IT Consultants
• Risk Assurance Specialists
• Systems Developers
• Web Developers
• Cyber Risk Consultants

Corporate Partnerships to Enhance Professional Development and Open Job Pipelines

The MS-MIS program has developed corporate partnerships with numerous global companies in a variety of industries. In addition to recruiting MS-MIS students for internships and full-time positions, these corporate partners enrich the educational experience of our students through their participation in a number of program activities. Some of the corporate partner firms include:

• TECHNOLOGY
  • BMC Software
  • Dell
  • HP
  • McAfee
  • National Instruments
  • Texas Instruments
• OIL AND GAS
  • Anadarko
  • Chevron
  • ConocoPhillips
  • ExxonMobil
  • Marathon Oil
  • Noble Energy
  • Shell
• CONSULTING
  • Capgemini
  • Deloitte
  • EY
  • Protiviti
  • PwC
• OTHER
  • Amazon
  • Delta Airlines
  • General Motors
  • PepsiCo
  • Visa
  • USAA

Curriculum

The MS-MIS program is a 36 credit-hour, in-residence program offering optional internship opportunities. The program has four prerequisites; applicants are most competitive when at least two are completed at the time of application submission. Program prerequisites include courses in the following:

• Programming
• Database Management
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Networking

Required Courses

• Advanced Data Management
• Advanced Systems Analysis and Design
• MIS Project Management and Implementation
• Business Information Security
• Corporate Information Planning

Students choose seven elective courses in areas such as management, computer science, accounting, finance, statistics, and marketing. Students are also able to complete up to two professional internships while in the program.

Outcomes

Graduates of the program are qualified to pursue a variety of careers in IT, such as business, systems, or network analyst, database administrator, software developer, risk assurance specialist, systems developer, web developer, and more.

Cost

Program Cost Estimates:

• Residents: $31,396
• Non-Residents: $50,352

Application Deadlines/Start Dates

The program has fall intakes only.

• Application opens: September 2
• Priority deadline: December 1
• International deadline: February 28
• Final deadline for domestic students and international students holding a valid F-1 visa: May 1

Application Requirements

• Unofficial Transcript
• Four Essay Responses
• Résumé
• Self-reported TOEFL or IELTS (International Students)
• Passport (International Students)
• WES Basic Course-by-Course Evaluation (for Degrees from Non-US Institutions)
• Three Letters of Recommendation
• Completed BusinessCAS Application
• GRE/GMAT is OPTIONAL for applicants starting in fall 2025

Program Quick Facts

• 4+1 Pathway available for Texas A&M undergraduate students
• The MS-MIS is a STEM-designated program
• Optional Internships
• Finish in 16-21 months

Rankings and Reputation

The MS, Management Information Systems program is ranked #5 in the U.S. by Eduniversal. The average starting salary of 2022 Mays MS-MIS graduates is $103,096, according to MaysConnect. The job placement rate upon graduation is 89.7%, as reported by Mays Business School.