Information Systems
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Information Systems, M.S.
The Information Systems M.S. at MTSU can put a person, with or without an IT background, on the promising path of career success and IT excellence. Most classes are offered in a highly popular, innovative "50-50" delivery format, with instruction divided between face-to-face interaction and online study. There are several courses that are 100% online as well. This approach provides both personalized guidance by dedicated professors and the schedule flexibility of online teaching-learning.
Information Systems M.S. students may choose from two concentrations:
The job market considers MTSU Information Systems M.S. graduates well-qualified IT professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the business environment. Whatever the level of competence going into the program, faculty members will help identify what that student needs to get where he or she wants to be. Students can combine core and elective classes to form a strong foundation in database-related topics.
The department also offers courses for the Master of Business Administration degree and a minor in Information Systems for students seeking a Master's degree other than the M.B.A. The Information Systems M.S. requires 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, 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 Information Systems M.S. 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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The MTSU chapter of The Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) is the leading worldwide society of information technology business professionals and the community of knowledge for the current and next generation of leaders. The purpose of the organization is to serve members by delivering relevant technology and leadership education, research and information on current business and technology issues, and forums for networking and collaboration. Students are encouraged to fill out an application for AITP.
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