Designed to meet the growing demand for information professionals, the MSIM prepares you to lead the way in using today's growing information resources to address key organizational and social challenges.
Our MSIM program is designed to train the next generation of information professionals with advanced and diverse skill sets. Through our flexible curriculum, these students will not only be exposed to state-of-the-art technology (e.g., AI, machine learning, information consulting) but also gain a deep understanding of the organizational and social challenges around such technology.
Jingrui He, Associate Professor and MSIM Program Director
Through our flexible curriculum—which emphasizes the intersection of people, information, and technology—students develop advanced skills in information management and analysis that can be applied in a broad range of employment settings. Electives are available in a variety of areas, and the program offers course groupings customized to specific career pathways.
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These dedicated students promote the iSchool's mission and vision. They work with Recruitment & Admissions and Student Affairs, serving as liaisons for prospective and incoming students. They also are valuable resources for sharing the iSchool experience and connecting students who have similar interests.
The wide range of electives in the MSIM degree program offers me the flexibility to choose courses that align with my interest. The curriculum covers my intended areas of interest—text mining, information modeling, and business intelligence—in great depth. Also, courses like Applied Business Research provide students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with real-life clients and projects.
Niharika Surange, current MSIM student
With only three required courses—Information Modeling (IS 515), Data, Statistical Models and Information (IS 507), and Sociotechnical Information Systems (IS 504)—and a programming course if needed, our curriculum is very flexible. Create a tailor-made degree or follow one of our highly sought-after professional pathways:
The MSIM is a STEM-designated program.
With world class faculty and a wide array of courses to choose from, you get to learn something new every day. Apart from that, the iSchool partners with students to help them in any way possible, whether it be academic or career counseling, the team is always available to help you.
Muhammad Ibrahim Mian, current MSIM student
Information management is much more than coding: it's about communication. That's why our MSIM program delivers both. As an iSchool student, you'll be immersed in a rich learning environment that provides a strong academic foundation as well as opportunities to explore your interests through extracurricular and networking activities, internships and other professional field experience, and interaction with expert faculty.
The MSIM program is flexible, and our application standards are, too. There's no "magic number" for the GRE or TOEFL score that will automatically get you in—or leave you out. We look at you as a whole person and use an individualized approach to your professional education.
Our world-class faculty provide the knowledge and skills needed for successful careers in the design and management of information systems. At the iSchool, you'll learn from the best.
Develop a program that best meets your career goals. Throughout the program, you'll remain in close contact with your advisor to discuss course options, opportunities for practical experiences, and/or research opportunities. Meetings with advising staff can take place in person, over the phone, online (i.e., Skype), or via email.
The iSchool is aware of the rapidly changing technology landscape and prepares students accordingly. I was exposed to so many technologies as an MSIM student, and once I entered the tech world, I was ready to adapt when necessary.
Zoë Kaler (MSIM '18), Senior User Experience (UX) designer, West Monroe
