Master Of Science In
Information Systems Management - MISM

Stanton University

MISM Program

Master Of Science In Information Systems Management (MISM) focuses on management issues of information systems, covering the knowledge necessary for success in the management of information technology. This program views information from the
perspective of managers at various levels, from first-line managers to CEOs. It provides a framework for management principles that current or aspiring managers can employ to cope with the challenges inherent in a rapidly advancing technological environment and make strategic decisions that align with an organization’s goals and objectives

MISM Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs):​​

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of modeling organizational processes, business rules and data, as well as defining and implementing technical and process solutions.
  2. Assess business needs and appropriate technological solutions using analytical and critical thinking, while evaluating the interrelationships
    between user needs, business goals and technology solutions.
  3. Apply information systems management principles to support institutional decision-making to achieve a competitive advantage. Apply strategic planning and effective project management and budgeting models for long- term technological solutions.
  4. Communicate effectively in both written and oral forms, while working effectively in teams to solve information systems and business-related
    problems.
  5. Exhibit an understanding of, and respect for, diversity of individuals, groups, and cultures related to information systems management.
  6. Apply professional ethics and globalization skills in information technology leadership and information systems management.

Degree Requirements

Complete 60-quarter units of ISM courses in the following fields:
  (1) Common Core Curriculum – 32 units
  (2) General concentration- 24 units
  (3) MIS Project:- 4 units

 MISM Common Core Curriculum – 32 units required

You have to take all the eight core courses.

DEGREE REQUIRED UNITS:

60 UNITS

Course Code Course Name Units
MISM600
Information Technology Management
4
MISM601
Project Management
4
MISM602
IT Strategy
4
MISM603
Systems Analysis and design
4
MISM604
Programming Logic
4
MISM605
Database Management
4
MISM606
Decision Making Under Uncertainty
4
MISM607
Management of Information Security
4
General Concentration 24 Units, 6 Courses

You can choose any 6 courses

MISM Concentration
Course Sode Course Name Units
MISM620
Managing Disruptive Technologies
4
MISM625
Digital Marketing
4
MISM630
Business Intelligence
4
MISM635
Software Development
4
MISM640
Applied Machine Learning
4
MISM650
Corporate Information Planning
4
MISM655
Privacy in the Digital Age
4
MISM660
Telecommunications & Networking
4
MISM665
Object Oriented Programming in Python
4
MISM670
Statistics and Data Analysis
4
MISM680
Cloud Computing
4
MISM690
Web Analytics & Web Intelligence
4
MISM Project 4 units, 1 course
Course Code Course Name Units Pre-requisites
MISM700
Applied Information Technology Capstone Project
4
Approval of MIS advisor