The Masters of Information Systems (MIS) program is focused on the acquisition of information technology theory and the application of theory and practice to real world business opportunities and challenges. The courses provide current theory and knowledge of essential information technology. While courses examine a broad range of information technology resources, the courses emphasize the management of such resources in order to meet an organization's challenges and goals. The program has five main threads:
Business Systems Analysis and Design
Programming Management
Databases
Network and Telecommunications
The Web
Master of Information Systems
Program Description
*Program availability is based upon student demand. Some programs may not commence until there is sufficient enrollment.
Program Requirements
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| COM525 |
Managerial Communication and Ethics
This course provides new graduate students with strategies for academic success within the University of Phoenix and its adult learning model. Topics include University of Phoenix Graduate School Tools and Competencies, Communication Skills, Societal Values and Ethical Foundations, Research and Information Utilization, Personal Values and Ethical Foundations, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, and Communication and Presentation Skills. Credits: 3 |
| CSS561 |
Programming Concepts
This course provides the conceptual foundation to develop computer software programs. Topics include program structure and syntax, documentation, input/output, constants and variables, calculations, logic structures, control structures, arrays, and design considerations. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: COM525 |
| CMGT555 |
Systems Analysis and Development
This course provides a background in analysis and design techniques for business system and application development. Although the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is fundamental to the course, other methodologies and tools are examined from a managerial perspective. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: COM525 |
| CMGT575 |
CIS Project Management
This course addresses the processes and skills needed for successful project management in the computer information systems and technology environment of business. Topics include project scoping, estimating, scheduling, budgeting, tracking, and controlling. The course uses Microsoft Project®. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: COM525 |
| DBM500 |
Database Concepts
This courses will provide the fundamental knowledge students need to: recognize the information needs of a business and translate those needs to efficient and flexible file and database solutions; use file and database solutions to model and effectively support business processes; evaluate the construct, utility and possible business applications of: data warehousing, data marts, and data mining; analyze and obtain effective business solutions for data management; and identify business needs, which may be solved with client/server solutions. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: CMGT555 |
| DBM502 |
Database Management
The course focuses on database management systems from a managerial perspective. Emphasis is placed on developing a strategy for managing and organizing corporate data, including data warehousing, to support the business activities of the organization. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DBM500 |
| NTC500 |
Networking Concepts
This courses examines local area networks, wide area networks, enterprise wide networking, Internet, Intranets, and topology mapping. Particular emphasis is placed on the selection of network solutions relative to business needs and emerging communication technology. Credits: 3 |
| NTC502 | NTC502 |
| CMGT579 |
CIS Risk Management
This course addresses the need to provide for the protection of information assets and the management of risk exposure to those assets. The need to identify and reduce the risks to information assets will be examined. The course focuses on the need for control and protection of organizational data, the need for reliability in information systems (fault tolerance considerations), the identification of potential impacts present in the risks to information assets, the development of contingency plans, and the role fulfilled by the implementation of security measures. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DBM502, NTC502 |
| CMGT578 |
CIS Strategic Management
This course provides the knowledge and skills to develop effective short, intermediate, and long-range strategic information systems plans. Course topics include the need and responsibilities of an Information Management Steering Committee; the relationship of information systems planning to overall organizational goals; assessment of the organization's current state; determination of information technology (IT), project, and management requirements; and the means of prioritizing and selecting systems projects. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: CMGT579 |
