MS CIS

Program Benefits

A word about MS CIS

Rick Brattin

Rick Brattin
Manager of Data Architecture
Tyson Foods, Inc.

"Classroom and online discussions of 'real world' situations helped reinforce course content. And I didn't expect to learn so much just by interacting with other students with industry experience. The MS CIS degree offers the right mix of in- class and online instruction that allows working professionals to pursue an advanced degree in IT management without having to 'shoehorn' their life around a traditional college schedule. Even though I completed the program a few years ago, I continue to find opportunities to leverage my MS CIS degree."

Rick had been searching for the right graduate program for some time when he learned of the MS CIS degree. After discussing the curriculum with the program director, Rick knew he had found the program that would meet his needs. "The MS CIS degree program provided an opportunity to expand my knowledge of IS management concerns and interact with other IS professionals from around the world.

IT professionals from over 70 organizations have participated in the MS CIS Program since its inception in 1997. The MS CIS curriculum and format provide substantial benefits for both students and sponsoring organizations.

Benefits to Students

  • Develop a strategic focus.
  • Gain leading-edge knowledge and management skills.
  • Apply what you have learned immediately and throughout your career.
  • Interact with other proven IT professionals.
  • Study with faculty from one of the U.S.'s largest IS programs.
  • Earn an AACSB accredited degree from a nationally recognized program.

Benefits to Sponsoring Organizations

  • Improved IT leadership.
  • Investing in continuing education contributes to higher retention rates.
  • Distance-learning affords employees greater flexibility in balancing professional and academic responsibilities.
  • Distance-learning is ideal for employees whose location or work schedules make it difficult to attend campus based classes.
  • Distance is no longer an obstacle to the pursuit of an accredited degree.