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Overview
In today’s technology-driven information economy, informatics—the analysis and design of how human beings interact with information—has applications across many industries, including healthcare, consulting, education, finance, manufacturing, and communications.
From designing human-centered information systems to handling data and information security and creating mobile applications, informatics professionals bring technical expertise to bear on a wide range of challenges involving the usability, reliability, privacy, safety and security of information.
This innovative program at Northeastern University prepares IT professionals for management positions by connecting computing skills and applications to real-world issues of information strategy, data governance, ethics, and business intelligence.
Program Objectives
- Gain a strategic framework for aligning competitive strategies, core competencies, and information systems
- Examine concepts, architectures, protocols, standards, and security models for digital networks
- Acquire tools and techniques for effectively managing small, medium, and large programming projects
- Learn how to adopt a multi-disciplinary approach to research and analysis
- Understand what is required to research, identify, design, implement, secure, and manage technology
- Explore cutting-edge software principles and programming techniques
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Database Management Systems
- Information Technology Strategy and Governance
- Information Systems Design and Development
- Computer Systems and Networks
- Information Technology Project Management
- Informatics Capstone
- Information Technology Policy, Ethics, and Social Responsibility
- Foundations of Information Security Management
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Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 53
Credits
36 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Computer Science & IT Informatics & Information Sciences View 433 other Masters in Informatics & Information Sciences in United StatesExplore more key information
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We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 53
Other requirements
General requirements
- Online application
- Statement of purpose (500-1000 words)
- Professional resumé
- Unofficial undergraduate transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation
- English language proficiency proof: students for whom English is not their primary language must submit one of the following:
- Official associate or bachelor's degree transcript from an accredited college or university in the U.S., stating degree conferral and date
- TOEFL, IELTS, or NU Global Exam scores
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26333 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 39500 USD for the full programme and a duration of 18 months. -
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26333 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 39500 USD for the full programme and a duration of 18 months.
Funding
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