Information Systems
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Information Systems, IT Project Management Concentration, M.S.
The IT Project Management Concentration of the Master of Science in Information Systems offered by the Jones College of Business at MTSU provides advanced training in the complex process of managing IT project implementations that are critical to the survival of businesses and other organizations today.
With demand for project managers set to continue growing until 2030, there's never been a better time to study for a master's in IT project management. You can expect to earn a higher salary and work on large-scale projects in a senior project management role. The job market for this discipline is expected to continue growing and expected to grow by more than 500,000 jobs in the next few years. Earning the IT Project Management Concentration of the Master of Science in Information Systems can bring you several distinct advantages in your career:
- Upgrade your Knowledge
- Develop Leadership and Management Skills
- Set Yourself Apart from Your Peers
- Improve Your Strategic Thinking Skills
- Enhance Your Communication Skills and Teamworking
- Gain a Lifelong Credential
- Make Yourself Even More Attractive to Employers
Core and elective classes may also be combined to form a strong foundation in database-related topics. The Master of Science in Information Systems with a concentration in IT Project Management requires the completion of 30 semester hours.
News Briefs
MTSU Information Systems and Analytics Department to host spring IT conference, seeks student research submissions
Middle Tennessee State University will host a spring conference on information technology that organizers hope will serve as a springboard for a university-led initiative to further develop a culture of research across the university, particularly among undergraduate students. For the first time, MTSU’s Department of Information Systems and Analytics in the Jones College of Business is hosting and sponsoring the 2024 [ Read More ]
MTSU information systems students, faculty promote tech diversity by hosting ‘Code Like a Girl’ camp
Almost 30 young girls from the Midstate got an up-close taste of computer coding recently when a dedicated group of Middle Tennessee State University students, faculty and staff offered their technical expertise at a hands-on, daylong camp on campus. The Django Girls Murfreesboro’s “Code Like a Girl” coding camp was a partnership between MTSU’s student chapter of the Association [ Read More ]
News Briefs
MTSU Information Systems and Analytics Department to host spring IT conference, seeks student research submissions
Middle Tennessee State University will host a spring conference on information technology that organizers hope will serve as a springboard for a university-led initiative to further develop a culture of research across the university, particularly among undergraduate students. For the first time, MTSU’s Department of Information Systems and Analytics in the Jones College of Business is hosting and sponsoring the 2024 [ Read More ]
MTSU information systems students, faculty promote tech diversity by hosting ‘Code Like a Girl’ camp
Almost 30 young girls from the Midstate got an up-close taste of computer coding recently when a dedicated group of Middle Tennessee State University students, faculty and staff offered their technical expertise at a hands-on, daylong camp on campus. The Django Girls Murfreesboro’s “Code Like a Girl” coding camp was a partnership between MTSU’s student chapter of the Association [ Read More ]
Information Systems, IT Project Management Concentration, M.S.
MTSU offers IT Connect, an opportunity for students to connect with recruiters and hiring managers in the field of IT. Full-time or part-time internships are also available through this free program. A recent IT Connect event at MTSU welcomed companies such as A3-GIS, Blue Cross Blue Shield TN, Bridge Stone Firestone, CAT Financial, CGI Federal, Cigna, Davita, Decision Source, EFC Systems, eviCore, Experian, FormosConsulting, Genesco, HCA Healthcare, Impact 360, Intelometry, Navi Health, Network Technology Partners, Servpro, Smile Direct Club, Tractor Supply, Trinisys, UBS, Vaco, and Wise Equation Solutions.
Employment positions in the IT field include the following:
- Data analyst
- Business analyst
- Data analyst
- Database administrator
- Information systems auditor
- Information systems manager/director
- Information systems security manager
- IT Project Manager
- Network administrator
- Project member/team leader
- Software developer
- Systems analyst
- Web developer/specialist
Employers of MTSU ISA graduates include
- CAT Financial
- Cigna
- Asurion
- Deloitte Financial Advisory Services, LLP
- Navi Health
- Hospital Corporate of America (HCA)
- Ingram Barge
- CGI
- Davita
- Decision Source
MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called Handshake.
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