A master's degree in information technology can prepare you with the communication skills, critical thinking abilities, and technical competencies to help advance your career.† You will have the chance to apply appropriate technologies in the analysis and design of information systems, as well as assess ethical, legal, and social issues.

The computer systems design and related services industry is expected to experience rapid growth between 2006 and 2016 with professional workers expected to enjoy the best job prospects, reflecting continuing demand for higher-level skills needed to keep up with changes in technology.*

 Program Highlights 

The Master of Science in Information Technology program can provide you with an integrated design and technology background that may help you advance your career.†

You will have the opportunity to learn:

  • The theory, principles, and practices of information systems
  • How to employ project management skills;
  • How to analyze data to solve complex problems.

 Areas of  Specialization for the Master of Science in Information Technology 

This information technology degree gives students the opportunity to focus on one of three specializations.
    Students focus on the business side of technology, where they have the opportunity to learn analysis and development of decision support systems, business intelligence, knowledge acquisition and representation models, data mining concepts, algorithms, and applications.
    In today's world, protection of data is serious business. Explore everything from fundamentals such as viruses, worms, and other malicious software to more high-level aspects of IT security like network defense, ethical hacking, and computer forensics.
    Focus on strategic project management with an emphasis on planning, executing, and controlling phases of a project life cycle. Utilize current software to achieve project goals and objectives. Explore the principles, tools, and techniques for controlling project cost and scheduling. Analyze project risk, quality, and legal and ethical considerations in contracting and procurement. Study to develop skills to increase the bottom line for organizations in a variety of industries.

 Curriculum for the Master of Science in Information Technology 

    Courses Credits
    Critical Concepts and Competencies for the IT Professional 4
    System Analysis and Design 4
    Information Systems Project Management 4
    Database Management Systems  4
    Computer Networks 4
    Management of Information Security 4
    Legal and Ethical Issues in IT  4
    Applied IT Master Project  4
    IT Electives/Specialization Courses* 24
    Courses Credits
    Computer and Network Security 4
    Ethical Hacking and Network Defense 4
    Computer Forensics and Investigations 4
    Courses Credits
    Decision Support Systems 4
    Knowledge-Based Management Systems 4
    Data Warehousing and Data Mining 4
    Courses Credits
    Strategic Project Management 4
    Project Initiation, Planning, and Execution 4
    Project Cost and Schedule Monitoring and Controlling 4
    Project Risk, Quality, and Procurement Monitoring and Controlling 4
    Total Program Requirements 56
    Courses Credits
    Critical Concepts and Competencies for the IT Professional 4
    System Analysis and Design 4
    Information Systems Project Management 4
    Database Management Systems 4
    Computer Networks 4
    Management of Information Security 4
    Managing Technology in a Business Environment 4
    Legal and Ethical Issues in IT 4
    Applied IT Master Project 4
    IT Electives* 16
    Total Program Requirements 52

 Who Should Take This Program? 

This program is designed for students with a bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university with a major in information technology, computer science, information systems, management of information systems, or a similar field of study.

 What Are the Career Opportunities? 

You may choose to become a consultant or possibly begin your own technology services business.You can focus on an area of study that best fits your career and educational goals.

For more information, chat live or call an Admissions Advisor at 866.527.5268 (Toll Free).

Tuition and Fees

Cost per credit hour$365.00
Total program requirements Specialized track56
Total cost of tuition$20,440.00

Cost per credit hour$365.00
Total program requirements Nonspecialized track52
Total cost of tuition$18,980.00

This program requires a $100 technology fee per term. For students who choose the project management specialization, this fee is prorated to $50 per six-week term. Effective July 1, 2009, a minimum deposit of $70 is required at the time of enrollment and will be credited toward your tuition when you begin classes. Qualifying transfer credit may reduce your total costs. Refer to the University Catalog for transfer of credit policy. We encourage you to explore the availability of financial aid and scholarships. For more information, chat live or call an Admissions Advisor at 866.527.5268 (Toll Free).

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* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Career Guide to Industries, 2008-2009 Edition, Computer System Design and Related Services, http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/cgs033.htm (accessed February 2008)
†Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.