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Master's Degree

Master's Degree in Information Technology Management

Stay Competitive in the Tech Field

If you’re interested in pursuing a career managing information in the technology field, our Master's of Information Technology Management degree program here at DeVry University and our Keller Graduate School of Management can help you prepare. This online program is designed for those who want to advance their knowledge of information systems and network technologies while evaluating technology applications in organizations.

Get to Know Our Master's Degree in Information Technology Management

Our online Master’s in Information Technology Management program can help you gain skills in management and improve your technical knowledge of information systems and networking technologies. You will learn how to apply this knowledge in real-world situations and recognize opportunities where technology can provide a strategic benefit to businesses.

Customize your coursework by choosing between two program emphases:

  • Data Administration and Management Emphasis

    Learn techniques to develop and manage policies and procedures to prevent system failures as data volumes grow. You’ll also discover new ways to organize and manage data in a way that facilitates efficient access and querying, learn about different types of databases and gain hands-on experience with technologies like the cloud, distributed databases and blockchain.

  • Information Security Emphasis

    Prepare to manage the safeguarding of sensitive information through controlled information access and learn how to implement defensive measures like firewalls and anti-malware software to protect customer and company data. You'll also see how setting user permissions and company protocols can help protect information just as much as cutting-edge defensive software.

Classes Start Every 8 Weeks
Accelerated
Schedule
1 year
4 months
Average 10 credits per semester
OR
Normal
Schedule
2 years
6 months
Average 6 credits per semester

Accelerate at Your Pace

Choose the schedule that best fits your goals and commitments. Earn our Master's Degree in Information Systems Management in as little as 1 year and 4 months on an accelerated schedule (4 semesters, assuming 9 credit hours of prior learning credit, an average of 10 credit hours per semester and student remains on an accelerated schedule throughout their program). 

Or, follow a normal schedule and complete this degree program in 2 years and 6 months (8 semesters, assuming an average of 6 credit hours per semester and student remains on a normal schedule throughout their program). 

Scholars Program

Future Cyber Defenders Scholars Program

Take your ambition to the next level with a cybersecurity scholars program that helps you build your network, boost your skills and pursue the career you want.

Course Waivers at Keller

Master’s Advantage

Put your degree to work sooner!

 
3
fewer courses
6
fewer months
 
 
Over
$6,800
in savings
Are you eligible?

If you’ve earned an undergraduate degree in technology at DeVry University, you may be eligible to waive up to three courses. We call this our Master’s Advantage. With these course waivers1, you can take fewer courses and put your master’s degree to work for you even sooner.

Knowledge & Skills

What You'll Learn

Our Master’s Degree in Information Technology Management program at DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management covers the following through our tech-powered learning approach:

  • Analyze Data or Information
    Identify underlying principles, reasons or facts and break down information or data into separate parts.
  • Business, Technical and Management Skills for IS Managers
    Develop and apply management and business skills in typical technical environments. Understand the principles involved in infrastructure, security and resource allocation.
  • Data Privacy and Security
    Explore the legal, ethical and security issues involving data and information assets that organizations must address to ensure operational continuity, as well as compliance with standards, policies and laws.
  • Database Management
    Learn a variety of database management concepts. Some topics include internal and cloud-based information retrieval and storage, capacity planning, database management system (DBMS) architecture, performance tuning, backup, recovery and disaster planning, archiving, reorganization and defragmentation.
  • Strategic Use of Information Systems
    Learn to identify opportunities to use information systems to strategically and competitively benefit an organization.
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20% Alumni Tuition Savings

DeVry University alumni who earned a bachelor’s degree or a DeVry or Keller graduate certificate or master’s degree are eligible for 20% tuition savings on the prevailing tuition rate when they continue their professional education with Keller Graduate School of Management.

Embedded Programs

Demonstrate Skills at Every Step

Interested in earning an additional credential with our unique two-in-one2 design? Every course in our Information Security Graduate Certificate is embedded within the Master’s Degree in Information Technology Management when you choose the Information Security emphasis. Requesting this embedded option can allow you to earn a graduate certificate on the way to your Information Technology Management Degree.

Master's
39
Credit Hours
Graduate Certificate
18
Credit Hours
Career

Career Opportunities in Information Technology Management

Graduates of our Master’s in Information Technology Management program here at DeVry University and our Keller Graduate School of Management may consider, but are not limited to, the following careers:
  • Computer and Information Systems Manager

    Computer and information systems managers evaluate the needs of an organization to determine the most effective technology for their goals. They typically perform a constant evaluation of existing resources and compare them against new technology to determine the most cost-effective technology solution.

  • Data Communications Analyst

    Data communications analysts research the hardware and software used for data communications to provide recommendations to upper management. They often install new data communications equipment when an upgrade is needed.

  • Database Manager

    Database managers maintain the efficient operation of a company's database. They use special software to manage the data within a database and can recommend upgrades to the database. Many of them use cyber security methods to protect the information from attackers and viruses.

  • Information Security Analyst

    Information security analysts provide constant analysis of an organization's information security measures. They use software like firewalls, anti-virus and anti-malware to protect sensitive information and computer networks.

  • Network Systems Analyst

    Network systems analysts design and implement network solutions designed to keep network systems up to date. They work on virtually every part of a network, from servers to network subsystems.

Program Courses

Master's Degree in Information Technology Management

Option 1: Data Administration and Management Emphasis
Program Core
MATH534
Applied Managerial Statistics
MIS5253
 Essentials of Information Systems and Programming
MIS5403
Innovation through Technology
NETW583
Strategic Management of Technology
Technology Core
MIS5813
Systems Analysis, Planning and Control
MIS5823
Database Concepts
MIS5893
Networking Concepts and Applications
MIS6013
Technology Management Capstone
SEC5713
Principles of Information Security and Privacy
Emphasis
BIAM500
Applications of Business Analytics I
BIAM510
Application of Business Analytics II
MIS562
Database Programming and Applications
MIS563
Business Intelligence Systems
Option 2: Information Security Emphasis
Program Core
MGMT501
Organizational Structures and Business Processes
MIS5253
Essentials of Information Systems and Programming
MIS5403
Innovation through Technology
NETW583
Strategic Management of Technology
Technology Core
MIS5813
Systems Analysis, Planning and Control
MIS5823
Database Concepts
MIS589
Networking Concepts and Applications
MIS6013
Technology Management Capstone
SEC5713
Principles of Information Security and Privacy
Emphasis
SEC572
Network Security
SEC573
E-Business Security
SEC591
Disaster Recovery/Forensics and Security
SEC592
IT Governance

FAQs: Master’s Degree in  Information Technology Management

Information technology managers combine both IT and management skills into a single role. They receive goals from company executives and then manage a team of IT professionals to achieve those goals. Their job duties may include many tasks that are related to software development, data analytics, cloud computing, systems analysis and other areas of computer science, and management responsibilities that include maintaining networks, managing employees, hiring, budgeting for projects, monitoring daily network operations and implementing security measures. 

Information technology managers are needed across all industries, so their working environments  can vary greatly. In general, IT managers tend to work within an office or server room where they can keep a close eye on equipment while managing their team.

Yes, we think earning your Master’s in Information Technology Management may be well worth it, as the program can help you gain new management and technical skills that may be needed to pursue opportunities for career advancement.

As you ask yourself whether this program is aligned with your career goals and what the earning potential is for professionals in IT leadership roles, consider the encouraging job growth projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The BLS projects employment of information systems managers to grow 16% from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations, with about 48,500 openings for new computer and information systems managers each year, on average, during this period.4 This growth is projected on a national level and local growth will vary by location. This projection is not specific to DeVry University graduates and may include earners at all stages of their careers.

This often depends on your previous education, work experience and personal interests. If you’ve earned an undergraduate degree in a similar area, such as computer information systems or cybersecurity, or have some professional experience in the field, it is likely that you may find it to be no more challenging than any other information technology degree program.

Several factors affect the completion timeline of any academic program, including the specific program you are enrolled in, any transfer credits you may have earned and whether or not you are enrolled full- or part-time. Assuming continuous year-round enrollment, the normal time to complete the Master of Information Systems Management degree program is 2 years and 6 months (8 semesters, assuming an average of 6 credit hours per semester and student remains on a normal schedule throughout their program). On an accelerated timeline, this program can be completed in as little as 1 year and 4 months (4 semesters, assuming 9 credit hours of prior learning credit, an average of 10 credit hours per semester and student remains on an accelerated schedule throughout their program). Visit our Graduate Admissions page for more details.

Academic Catalog
2023 - 2024 Academic Catalog
Capstone Project
Program Overview
Information Technology Management: Database Administration and Management
Information Technology Management: Information Security

1Eligibility and application of course waivers varies based on the type of course waiver credit earned, the student’s enrolled location and/or the student’s state of residence.  For more information, please refer to the Course Waiver section of the Keller academic catalog.
2For the Information Security Graduate Certificate, every course counts towards the Master’s Degree in Information Technology Management if you choose the Information Security emphasis program. At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied.
3Students may be eligible to waive up to three courses (nine credit hours) upon review of their undergraduate degree. Course waiver availability varies by location. For more information, please refer to the Course Waiver section of the Keller academic catalog.
4https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/computer-and-information-systems-managers.htm#tab-1