Youngstown State University (YSU)
M.S. in Computing & Information Systems

DEGREE TYPE

MSc

DURATION

LANGUAGES

PACE

Full time

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About: The M.S. in Computing & Information Systems offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with essential skills in software development, data management, and information systems. The program focuses on both theoretical and practical aspects, fostering a strong foundation in computing principles and technologies. It spans 2 years of full-time study and emphasizes collaboration through team projects and real-world problem solving.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue roles such as software developer, data analyst, systems architect, and IT project manager, among others. The program prepares students for various positions in technology-focused companies and organizations.

The C&IS program has a unique focus in applied computing and information systems. Rather than concentrating on theoretical computing (as many computer science programs do) or being limited to simple administration of information systems (as most MIS programs are), this program concentrates on the key applications of computing in the real world. This includes:

Large-scale design of information systems
Database design
Computer networking
Web development
Data mining
Application development
Computer security

Graduates of the C&IS program have obtained employment at a wide variety of organizations, from local companies including Turning Technologies and Perkins Communications to international firms including AOL and ESPN.

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