Information Systems

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Degree Overview

Master of Science in Information Systems

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South University's Master of Science in Information Systems is designed to help prepare graduates for a career in, or advancement within, a wide range of positions in the field*. In today's ever-changing digital world, organizations rely heavily on the information and technology they use. The Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) program covers both the knowledge and technical side of the business to help bring organizations into the current age of information. Besides learning how information systems currently support an organization's operations, MSIS degree students will also have the opportunity to learn how to design, develop, analyze, and manage emerging information systems and solutions in a rapidly developing field.

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*South University does not promise or guarantee licensure, employment, or salary amounts.

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