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MSIS Program

MSIS Program. Master of Science in Information Systems. State-of-the-art graduate degree Applied program of study Perfect for IT professionals, those with a technical degree, or students from other fields wishing to pursue a career in IT. Why MSIS?. Convenient scheduling Nights, weekends

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MSIS Program

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  1. MSIS Program Master of Science in Information Systems • State-of-the-art graduate degree • Applied program of study • Perfect for IT professionals, those with a technical degree, or students from other fields wishing to pursue a career in IT Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS)

  2. Why MSIS? • Convenient scheduling • Nights, weekends • Distance learning initiatives • Highly qualified faculty • Business experience • Certifications • Flexible admissions • Fall, Spring, Summer • Assistantship opportunities • KSU designated Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS)

  3. Curriculum • 36 semester hours • 8 core courses • 4 electives • Co-ops/internships available • Generous elective offerings • Information security • Data communications • Systems administration • E-business systems Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS)

  4. Certificate in Information Security & Assurance • 12 credit hours of coursework • Prepares IT and non-IT professionals to protect the information that is a vital asset to all organizations • Discusses tools, training, and policies to ensure the safety and integrity of information • Required courses: • IS 8040 – Data Communication Theory & Practice • IS 8110 – Information Security Administration • IS 8112 – Information Security Technologies • One elective course Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS)

  5. Great Job Potential • 2005: 125,000 tech jobs created • 2006: IT will have its best year since 2000, creating 217,000 jobs with rising wages • Over next 5 years: tech will create 782,000 jobs - 8.6% of the projected new jobs • 2005: average salary in high tech grew 5.1%, to $69,000 Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) 1/23/2006

  6. Predicted Shortage of IT Talent 9/20/2005 • Going to have a problem getting [technology] people • Des Moines Business Record Online, 9/4/2005 • Steady increase in demand across the US for technology workers • Demand for technology professionals across the US up significantly • Technology job market has recovered from the boom & bust of 2001/2002 Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS)

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