MS in Information Systems Program Highlights
Find your path to success with a master’s degree in information systems.
From strategic planning to system development and resource management, information system (IS) managers help businesses and other organizations use technology to grow and reach their full potential. But information systems managers need more than technical knowledge to be able to do their jobs effectively; they also need strong managerial, analytical and decision-making skills.
Best of all, with our flexible scheduling options, you’ll be able to get the education you need to advance in your career in information systems without having to put your IT career on hold.
- Our Master of Science in Information Systems online combines information systems management knowledge with practical industry experience to help you master the advanced skills needed to succeed in high-level IS roles such as CIOs, CTOs or IS department managers.
- As a graduate of the information systems master’s, you’ll build the technical and business skills needed to be able to handle a wide variety of challenges on the job and become a very valuable member of any team you work with.
- The master’s in information systems online at Baker College is accredited by the PSM National Office.
- Want to complete your master’s in information systems as soon as possible? This program is eligible for our Accelerated Path option, which allows you to earn your master’s degree in significantly less time.
Why Earn a Master of Science in Information Systems?
The MS in information systems is designed for information systems professionals who are responsible for managing the development, acquisition, implementation and operation of information systems in a variety of organizational settings. The MSIS degree emphasizes information systems theory and its application to business opportunities and challenges. Additionally, the MSIS degree addresses mission-critical issues, such as strategic planning, risk management, financial considerations, project management and quality assurance.
Information Systems Curriculum
The Baker College master's in information systems online is a Professional Science Master's program consisting of 30 credit hours (9 hours of major courses, 15 hours of management information systems and 6 hours of business requirements). Our curriculum includes database design and management, information systems project management and two capstone course projects.
Sample Courses
Database Design and Management
Information Systems Project Management
Information Systems Integration Project I
Learn on the cutting edge.
The College of IT and Engineering is proud to offer information systems courses that include Extended Reality (XR) learning. These experiences provide immersive, hands-on learning that will prepare you for a successful career in a high-tech field.
Information Systems Master's Program Outcomes
Graduates of the information systems master's will have the knowledge and skills necessary to develop, implement and assess a strategic plan to meet IT needs effectively, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
The online MSIS degree is a great option if you already have a bachelor’s degree and want to move into more strategic or leadership-focused roles in IT or information systems. It’s especially helpful for professionals who want to blend technical know-how with decision-making, communication and organizational strategy. If you’re interested in guiding how technology supports a company’s big-picture goals, the information systems master’s program is built for you.
In the MSIS degree, you’ll build a strong mix of technical knowledge and leadership skills. Information systems courses help you understand databases, systems design, hardware, software and how all these pieces work together in a business environment.
You’ll also learn to manage IS projects, align systems with organizational strategy, and strengthen your communication, research and ethical decision-making skills. The end goal is to prepare you to lead information systems in real-world settings.
Learn more about the skills you can develop in a master’s degree in information systems.
The entire MSIS degree is offered online, so you can continue working while completing your degree. With Baker Online, you can access the program from anywhere and move through it at a pace that works for you. Most students finish the information systems master’s in about 1.5 to 2 years, depending on their schedule.
Affiliation
The Master of Science in Information Systems is affiliated with the National Professional STEM Master’s Association (NPSMA) as a Professional Science Master’s (PSM) degree program. 
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Core courses for this degree program are not offered on campus.
For those interested, a selection of general education and prerequisite courses are available on campus each semester.
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Courses for this degree program are available through Baker Online.
100% online, this format offers flexible scheduling with 8-week semesters
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Core courses for this degree program are not offered through Online Live.
For those interested, a selection of general education and prerequisite courses are available through Online Live each semester.
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