Carnegie Mellon University

Program Information

Degree Offered

MISM - Master of Information Systems Management

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Master of Information Systems Management (MISM) degree prepares the next generation of technology managers to lead enterprises in innovative ways. Schooled in the interdisciplinary Carnegie Mellon University tradition and trained as analytical problem solvers, our graduates will develop and deploy IT to create value for their organizations and society.

MISM is a fast-paced, three-semester program that has a successful ten-year track record. Students with more than three years of professional work experience can complete the degree in one calendar year (May to May). Students with less work experience are required to perform a summer internship and complete the program in sixteen months.

Features & Benefits:

* Carnegie Mellon University has been ranked #1 in Information Technology and Management by US News & World Report.
* Our information systems courses offer a unique blend of technology, management, and strategy.
* Heinz College’s information systems and security programs have a phenomenal reputation and alumni base in the consulting, technology, and banking sectors.
* Our world-renowned and award-winning faculty offer pragmatic and interactive approaches to teaching.
* MISM students can take courses offered by CMU’s computer science, business, and policy schools.

Students who have success in this program have demonstrated an ability to synthesize complex quantitative and qualitative concepts. Students tend to have a non-liberal arts undergraduate background that can vary from engineering, to IS, to physics. Over 60% of our admitted students have relevant work experience and all have a passion for the application of technology in business.

Accreditation:

Middle States

Eligibility Requirements:

At least one college level computer-programming course is required. We recommend an object-oriented programming course, specifically Java. Taking a Java programming course prior to enrolling will allow you more curriculum flexibility.

# of Credits Required:

180 UNITS (about 15

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition In-State Full Time:

18700 USD

Tuition Out of State Full Time:

18700 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999