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Build Real IT Skills

M.S. in Information Technology

Advance Your Career with a Master of Science in Information Technology

Whether you aspire to roles in IT architecture, strategic software business analysis, or project management, our Master of Science in Information Technology will propel your career forward and position you for technical leadership.

Gain practical knowledge in Information Technology (IT) and Information Systems (IS) through a balanced mix of technical, professional, and business skills essential for developing and supporting organizational IT infrastructure.

Why Choose Our Master of Science in Information Technology?

Comprehensive Programming Foundations: Build your coding skills with courses like Foundations of Python, Cloud Computing, Infrastructure as Code, and Data Analytics and Visualization, preparing you for diverse IT challenges.
Cutting-Edge Skills & Tools: Learn state-of-the-art technology through collaboration with experienced faculty and industry experts, ensuring hands-on, applicable knowledge.
Flexible Formats for Working Professionals: Enjoy full-time and part-time options, with three start terms—fall, spring, or summer. Evening in-person or online classes provide the convenience you need.
Industry-Experienced Faculty: Benefit from a curriculum continually updated to meet industry needs, taught by faculty with extensive professional experience.
Inclusive Learning for All Levels: Our program accommodates various experience levels, customizing initial coursework to your background and expertise.
STEM-approved: All our graduate programs are STEM-approved.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Explore your future in Information Technology at the University of St. Thomas and gain real IT skills to advance or unlock new career opportunities!

Contact

Graduate Student Services

gradsoftware@stthomas.edu

Phone Number

651-962-5500

Coursework and Degree Requirements

The M.S. in Information Technology requires 10 courses (30 credits). Students must maintain a GPA of 2.7 or higher.

STEM Approved Program

Eight Required Courses:

SEIS 603 Foundations of Python I
SEIS 615 Cloud Computing
SEIS 616 Infrastructure as Code
SEIS 627 Software Agile Processes
SEIS 630 Database Management Systems and Design
SEIS 632 Data Analytics and Visualization
SEIS 663 Introduction to Cybersecurity
SEIS 709 Enterprise Architecture and Strategy

Two Electives: Choose two electives from any course listed in the Graduate Programs in Software course catalog.

Please note suggested course sequences assume a fall semester start. Please talk with your advisor if you have questions or starting in other semesters.

Suggested course sequence with SEIS 603:

Semester 1: SEIS 603 and SEIS 630
Semester 2: SEIS 615 and SEIS 627
Semester 3: SEIS 616 and SEIS 632
Semester 4: SEIS 663 and SEIS 709
Semester 5: 2 SEIS Electives

Suggested course sequence with SEIS 603 waived:

Semester 1: SEIS 627 and SEIS 630
Semester 2: SEIS 615 and SEIS 632
Semester 3: SEIS 616 and SEIS 663
Semester 4: SEIS 709 and SEIS Elective
Semester 5: 2 SEIS Electives

Flexible Graduate Programs To Help You Meet Your Educational Goals

Entrance Requirements

A bachelor's degree from a U.S. regionally accredited institution (or international equivalent) and a minimum GPA of 2.7 is required. The GRE/GMAT is not required.

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Convenient Schedule

Classes are offered in-person and online weeknights from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m., Monday – Friday.

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Course Delivery Mode

All programs in the Software Engineering and Data Science department at the University of St. Thomas are offered in CoFlex mode, i.e. the student has the flexibility to attend classes either in-person or online.

Inclusions and restrictions:

CoFlex course delivery mode is available to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and students on work visas.
International students or students receiving certain scholarship benefits are ineligible to take the online option and must attend classes in-person.

Learn from Expert Faculty

All full-time tenured faculty hold Ph.D. degrees and offer extensive industry experience. Adjunct faculty are selected based on professional experience and educational credentials.

Dr. Ron Chiang

Dr. Ron Chiang’s research interests include distributed systems, cloud computing, and high-performance computer architectures. He is especially interested in task and resource management algorithms and the design of advanced virtualization systems.

DR. RON CHIANG

Dr. Michael Dorin

Dr. Michael Dorin’s background includes work in public safety communications, medical devices, telephony, and aircraft navigation. He participated in initial rollouts of worldwide email and document exchange systems at IBM. He started up and managed a telecommunications products company for many years.

DR. MICHAEL DORIN

Dr. Abe Kazemzadeh

Dr. Abe Kazemzadeh is an Assistant Professor in the University of St. Thomas Graduate Programs in Software department. His undergraduate interest in linguistics led him to graduate studies in computer science that focused on natural language processing.

DR. ABE KAZEMZADEH

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Gain real IT skills to advance your career

If you love learning and are ready to thrive in an in-demand field, here are five reasons to join Information Technology:

In-Demand Employment Opportunities. Employment of computer and information systems managers is projected to grow 16 percent from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations*
Our Program Transitions Career Changers to the Field. Most career changers who enter our St. Thomas IT program, transition successfully into this field after only 2-3 semesters.
Financial Compensation. Tech professionals are invaluable assets and contribute unique skill sets to businesses. Financial compensation is substantially higher, with median annual salaries of IT/IS professionals at $159,010*
Variety of Career Opportunities. IT overlaps with every other sector, which makes it a versatile and exciting career.
On-going Commitment to Learning & Leading. If you enjoy learning, helping solve problems, developing new ideas, and being the professional that businesses and organizations rely on, IT is a career to consider.

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Computer and Information Systems Managers, (accessed May 2023).

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