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About the program

  • Leadership focus:

    Learn to drive the decision-making process in any organization thanks to a program that blends technological fluency with business education.

  • Technical expertise:

    Gain skills in data analytics, data storage and management, data visualization, and general systems management — and learn to effectively communicate as a business leader.


  • Career advantage:

    Graduate ready to deploy emerging technologies and manage high-value resources to grow and sustain any business or organization.

30-credit curriculum

The Master of Science in Information Systems for Executives program’s 30-credit curriculum features a human-centered approach to information systems. Prepare to build on your existing experience and communicate as a tech-driven business leader in the global marketplace.

The curriculum is structured as follows:

  • Primary coursework (12 credits):

    Learners build the foundational knowledge and skills they need to prepare for advanced courses in information systems analysis, policy management, and more. 

  • Electives (18 credits):

    All graduate-level iSchool courses are acceptable electives for the MS in Information Systems for Executives program. Learners may also take up to six elective credits from other schools at Syracuse University, and explore "Selected Topics" courses from within the iSchool that reflect the interests of faculty and learners in a particular semester.

  • Exit requirement (portfolio milestone):

    To satisfy their MS in Information Systems for Executives program exit requirements, students must complete, among other things, an information systems research capstone course and a fully supervised internship experience.

Ready to advance your career?

Admissions

Prospective students interested in the program must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or institution. In addition, work experience in the tech industry is recommended. GRE and GMAT scores are not required to apply; however, applicants are encouraged to include their scores if they believe their scores will enhance their applications. To complete an application, you will need to submit:

  • Résumé

  • Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions

  • Letters of recommendation

  • Personal statement

  • Application fee

  • TOEFL (if applicable) 


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The iSchool network

Whether they live in New York or across the world, our students have the opportunity to connect with a global network of iSchool alumni who work in roles such as:

  • Business intelligence developer

  • CRM analyst

  • Data analyst

  • Director for information systems

  • Information systems engineer

  • Information systems manager

  • Product analyst

  • Project manager

  • Systems and data analyst

  • Technology analyst

  • Technology operations manager