Program Overview

Introduction to the Graduate Program in Information Systems & Technology

The Graduate Program in Information Systems & Technology is an innovative graduate program dedicated to the study of Information Technologies and their application to solving business and societal problems. This program is offered by the Faculty of Graduate Studies at York University.

Master of Arts (MA)

The Master of Arts in Information Systems & Technology (MAIST) is designed for both working professionals and research-oriented students. A major feature of the program is its flexibility and the option for students to choose courses from other programs that complement our IT courses. The program is offered in both part-time and full-time formats.

Program Details

• The program allows students to work with faculty experts from several departments at York University.
• Students can choose courses and research projects from many IT areas.
• The program is designed to accommodate both full and part-time study, making it equally well-suited to working professionals and research-focused students.

Application Period

• International applications will be reviewed starting on January 15, 2026, with offers of admission made on a rolling basis.
• Domestic applications will be reviewed starting on February 15, 2026, with offers of admission made on a rolling basis.
• Application periods:
  • International: October 8, 2025 February 15, 2026
  • Domestic: October 8, 2025 April 15, 2026

Research Areas

The program encompasses various research areas, including:

• Financial Technologies
• Business Analysis & Management Information Systems
• Data Management and Analytics
• Complex Systems and Decision Support
• Enterprise Computing

Featured Faculty

The program features faculty members with diverse research interests, including:

• Radu Campeanu: Information Technologies, Research and Development in computer imaging systems, Image analysis, Pattern recognition, Computational Atomic Physics, Quantum Computing
• Manar Jammal: Distributed systems, cloud computing, machine learning, network automation, network function virtualization, software-defined network, software engineering, and high availability
• Ling Jiang: Online labor platforms, User-generated content (UGC) platforms, Platform economy
• Arash Habibi Lashkari: Information Technologies, Science and Technology, Information Security, Network Security, Threat Hunting, Cybersecurity Risk Management

Program Overview

The Graduate Program in Information Systems & Technology at York University provides an exciting environment to pursue innovative, socially engaging, career-ready education. The program is dedicated to the study of Information Technologies and their application to solving business and societal problems, offering students an unparalleled educational experience.