The Master of Science (MS) in Information Systems - Spring 2012
Today’s competitive business environment requires technologies that provide companies a strategic edge and enable businesses to run at maximum efficiency. The information systems majors provide students with the managerial and technological skills that support these goals.
The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts that employment of IS managers will grow faster than the average for all occupations through the year 2016. The BLS also indicates that technical knowledge is very important for many managerial positions.
Two degree programs are offered: the Master of Science in Information Systems and the Master of Business Administration in Information Systems.
The MS program is a concentration of 30 credits in major-related courses. It provides the concepts, strategies, and techniques necessary for this dynamic field. The program focuses on business areas driven by information technologies, including database management systems, e-business development, and analysis and design. The MS also provides study in other areas of interest, such as information technology in the financial markets and IT project management. The MS provides more in-depth treatment of information systems, compared to the MBA. Also, the MS features an abbreviated business core curriculum of up to six credits (waivable in full or in part, for students with prior academic background).
Preliminary Courses (6 credits)Students with appropriate background will be able to reduce the number of credits in preliminary requirements. English language courses offered by the Continuing and Professional Studies area are required for non-native English speakers; the courses may be waived based on a waiver exam. |
| Credits |
| ACC 9110 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| FIN 9770 | Financial Decision Making | 3 |
Courses in Specialization (30 credits) | |
Required (15 credits) |
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| CIS 9000 (CIS 9001/9002) | Information Systems for Managers | 3 |
| CIS 9230 | Globalization and Technology | 3 |
| CIS 9340 | Principles of Database Management Systems | 3 |
| CIS 9490 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
| CIS 9590 | Information Systems Development Project | 3 |
Electives - select five from the below (15 credits) |
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| BUS 9801, 9802, 9803 | Graduate Internship I, II, III (in IS) | 3 |
| CIS 9310 | Object-Oriented Programming I | 3 |
| CIS 9350 | Networks and Telecommunications | 3 |
| CIS 9410 | Object-Oriented Programming II | 3 |
| CIS 9440 | Database Management Systems II | 3 |
| CIS 9444 | e-Business Principles and Technologies | 3 |
| CIS 9467 | Business Modeling with Spreadsheets | 3 |
| CIS 9480 | Information Technology Project Management | 3 |
| CIS 9550 | Emerging Trends in Information Technologies | 3 |
| CIS 9555 | Information Technology in Financial Markets | 3 |
| CIS 9556 | Risk Management Systems | 3 |
| CIS 9700 | Integrating Information Technology and Business Processes | 3 |
| CIS 9771 | Special Topics in Information Technologies | 3 |
| CIS 9775 | Special Topics in Information Systems Strategy | 3 |
| OPR 9721 | Introduction to Quantitative Modeling | 3 |
| STA 9708 | Applied Statistical Analysis for Business Decisions | 3 |
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Program note: Students should take CIS 9000 in their first semester. |
MS in Business Computer Information Systems (currently enrolled students only)
Preliminary Courses (13.5 credits)Students with appropriate background will be able to reduce the number of credits in preliminary requirements. Grades in 8000-level courses are not calculated in the grade point average. |
| Credits |
| QuickStart | EXCEL | |
| QuickStart | Statistics |
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| ENG 8192 | Written English for International Students | 1.5 |
| ACC 9110 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| CIS 9000 | Information Systems for Managers | 3 |
| FIN 9770 | Financial Decision Making | 3 |
choose one of the following:
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| MGT 9300 | Management: A Behavioral Approach | 3
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| PSY 9788 | Psychological Processes in Organizations | 3 |
Courses in Specialization (36 credits) | |
Required |
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| CIS 9310 | Object-Oriented Programming I | 3 |
| CIS 9410 | Object-Oriented Programming II | 3 |
| CIS 9340 | Principles of Database Management Systems | 3 |
| CIS 9350 | Networks and Telecommunications | 3 |
| CIS 9365 | Operating System Principles | 3 |
| CIS 9490 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
Electives can be substituted for the above six courses given equivalent previous academic course background. Previously taken courses in CIS should be evaluated by the faculty advisor prior to registration. | |
| CIS 9590 | Information Systems Development Project | 3 |
Choose five courses from: | |
| CIS 9230 | Globalization and Technology | 3 |
| BUS 9800 | Graduate Internship (in computer information systems) | 3 |
| BUS 9801- 03 | Graduate Internship I, II, III (1 credit each in computer information systems) | 3 |
| CIS 9440 | Database Management Systems II | 3 |
| CIS 9444 | e-Business Principles and Technologies | 3 |
| CIS 9467 | Microcomputers: Contemporary and Emerging Applications | 3 |
| CIS 9550 | Emerging Trends in Information Technologies | 3 |
| CIS 9555 | Information Technology in Financial Markets | 3 |
| CIS 9610 | Business Applications of Expert Systems Technology | 3 |
| CIS 9700 | Integrating Information Technology and Business Processes | 3 |
| CIS 9760 | Computer Simulation for Business Problem Solving | 3 |
| CIS 9771 | Special Topics in Information Technologies | 3 |
| CIS 9776 | Comparative Programming Languages | 3 |
| MGT 9610 | Dynamics of Competition, Industry Structure and Corporate Strategy | 3 |
| MGT 9730 | Project Management: Strategic Design and Implementation | 3 |
| OPR 9721 | Introduction to Quantitative Modeling | 3 |
Program note: Students should take CIS 9000 in their first semester if this course is not waived, along with other appropriate preliminary courses. Students who need additional courses can consider taking OPR 9721, BUS 9610 or MGT 9730, if available. Or, students may take the following courses concurrently with CIS 9000: CIS 9310, CIS 9340, CIS 9350 and CIS 9365. |
For further information, contact:
Prof. Michael Palley
Faculty Advisor in CIS
Department of Statistics and Computer Information Systems
(646) 312-3362
mpalley@baruch.cuny.edu
Visit the CIS Programs Website
Graduate Admissions
Address: 151 E. 25th St. Room 820 (between Lexington and Third Avenues)
Phone: (646) 312-1300
Fax: (646) 312-1301
Website: Graduate Admissions
Office of Graduate Studies
Full-Time Honors MBA and Accelerated Part-Time MBA Programs:
(646) 312-3130
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Flex-Time MBA and MS Programs:
(646) 312-3140
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