Overview

This Information Systems course from Central Michigan University prepares you for success with the skills and knowledge to contribute to the analysis, design, development and maintenance of information systems. Gain the expertise to become an effective information professional. Lead companies and organizations in the optimal use of today’s digital technologies.

CMU is proud to be designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education, a distinction awarded by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. This recognition highlights CMU’s commitment to equipping students with the knowledge and skills to combat ever-evolving cyber threats.

Key facts:

The mission is to prepare students to be effective information systems professionals.

Prepare for leadership in today’s global economy. With small classes, expert faculty, and strong support for international students, Central Michigan University’s MSIS equips you with the skills, experience, and credentials to succeed anywhere in the world.

Graduate assistantship opportunities to help fund your education

Four tracks are available to customize your information systems degree to your interests:

Business Data Analytics
Cybersecurity
Enterprise Systems Using SAP Software
Project Management

As an information systems master’s degree student, you can:

Analyze business processes: manage projects, provide technical support and deliver training.
Develop information systems: work collaboratively to create solutions for business challenges.
Conduct research: secure full-time or part-time assistantship positions to enhance your expertise.
Gain teaching experience: lead introductory courses, assist instructors with classroom activities or contribute to faculty research projects.

Accreditation

AACSB accredited since 1983—setting the standard in business education

We are among a select (under 200 in count) business colleges worldwide to have accreditation in Business and Accounting.

CMU is proud to be designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education, a distinction awarded by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Communication in Professional Contexts
Application Development
Systems Analysis and Design
Database Management for Business System
Information Systems Project
Project Management Fundamentals

Audience

The programme can help audience looking to launch a new career or have extensive industry experience and looking to enhance the current career. Most of our students have about 3-5 years of experience but we also have large number of students who join the programme right after undergraduate education.

Lecturers

Classes are taught by full-time academically qualified faculty. These faculty wither have terminal degree in discipline or have extensive industry experience along with the required qualifications.
Faculty who lead and mentor—most courses taught by tenured or tenure-track professors

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- 3 hrs/week

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

Admissions are rolling. International applicants must apply well in advance to have time for Visa appointments and other paperwork to be finished.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Mount Pleasant, United States
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Disciplines

Project Management Information Systems Data Analytics View 211 other Masters in Project Management in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

A minimum GPA of 2.7 is required in the undergraduate program. A statement of purpose is also required. Work experience is a plus but not required.

Work experience

It is a plus but not required.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

32472 USD / year

≈ 32472 USD / year
Out-of-State

32472 USD / year

≈ 32472 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

32472 USD / year

≈ 32472 USD / year

Living costs

Mount Pleasant

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

We have a limited number of Graduate assistantships available. Students can also find part-time work across the university.

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