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Information Technology (M.S.)

Marymount’s information technology program offers advanced study to prepare individuals for leadership roles in the IT industry, whether managing enterprise infrastructure, designing computer systems with current systems life cycle methodologies, creating value for data, creating and maintaining high-quality computer software, engaging in cybersecurity management or technical operations, or managing complex IT projects. Individuals can tailor their graduate studies to their career needs in government or industry by pursuing a dual degree in information technology and cybersecurity, a dual degree in information technology and business administration (M.B.A.), a dual degree in information technology and health care management, a variety of electives, a research or project option, a global experience, and specializations.

Students can choose to take a variety of IT electives, or choose from the following specializations to complete their program:

  • Business Management
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Science
  • Digital Health
  • Digital Transformation
  • Hospitality Innovation
  • IT Project Management
  • Privacy and Data Security 
  • Software Engineering

The program is designed to provide the academic foundation for those seeking to become a chief information officer (CIO) or attain a similar senior IT position.

The full-time faculty for this program conduct research in information technology, cybersecurity, data management, open source software, natural language processing (NLP), human computer interaction, technology for health care, and other areas. Adjunct faculty work in the field in areas such as requirements analysis, cybercrime, hardware design, software development, database management, cybersecurity, and operations management for government and business.

Upon successful completion of the information technology program, students will be able to

  • analyze complex problems in business and society to identify effective solutions utilizing contemporary digital technologies and methodologies;
  • design, develop, and manage enterprise-wide digital systems that adhere to industry-wide standards with strong ethical principles;
  • design and conduct evidence-based research on advanced digital technology and its implementation;
  • demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities in the range of digital technology domains, including applications, enterprise infrastructures, database and storage technology, and cybersecurity;
  • optimize the effectiveness of IT in an organization through effective IT decision making, governance, strategy, and policy development;
  • communicate effectively with other technology professionals, end users, and managers;
  • work successfully in a cross-disciplinary team on a time-critical project, both as a team leader and as a team participant.

Admission Requirements: Preference is given to applicants who have one of the following:

  • an overall minimum GPA of 3.0 in a regionally accredited undergraduate program;
  • nine (9) recent credits in an accredited graduate program with a minimum GPA of 3.0; or
  • a high-level certification, such as PMP, CISSP, or CCNA.

An interview with the program director or a designee may be required.

If a departmental review reveals deficiencies in a student's information technology knowledge, the student may be required to complete additional undergraduate courses.

Application information for current graduate students: Current master’s level students who are pursuing a master’s level graduate program in the College may submit paperwork to the College for consideration to change to a different master’s level graduate program in the College, or to add an additional master’s level graduate program in the College. Students wishing to pursue a doctoral degree must follow the application process outlined with graduate admissions. 

Current students who are pursuing a graduate certificate within the College may submit paperwork to the College for consideration to add a master’s level program within the College to their program of study at the University.

Transfer Credits: Students who have completed an equivalent graduate course within five years at an accredited college or university, and received a grade of B or better, may be permitted to transfer those graduate credits at the discretion of the school director. No transfer credit is given for internship or practicum experience at the graduate level. Ordinarily, no more than 12 graduate credit hours may be transferred.

Course Substitution Policy: If a student can exhibit a depth of knowledge gained through prior experience, advanced certifications, and/or previous coursework, more advanced courses may be substituted for lower graduate-level program requirements. This evidence should be submitted at the time of admission; the latest it can be submitted is at the end of the first semester of attendance.

Minimum Grade Requirements: A minimum grade of B- is required for this program. All graduate students in the College of Business, Innovation, Leadership, and Technology must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Students whose cumulative GPA falls below 3.0 will be placed on academic probation. Students must bring their cumulative GPA to 3.0 or higher within nine (9) graduate credits or be dismissed. A student whose cumulative GPA falls below 3.0 a second time will be dismissed.

Degree Requirements — Information Technology

36 credits

Degree Required Courses

Courses are listed in the recommended sequence of enrollment.
IT 510Requirements Analysis and Management

3

IT 515Decision Making for Managing IT

3

IT 520Enterprise Infrastructure and Networks

3

IT 530Computer Security

3

IT 540Enterprise Data Management and Analysis

3

 

IT 550Ethics, Law, and Policy in the Information Age

3

OR

IT 570Cybersecurity: Law, Policy, Ethics, and Compliance

3

OR

MBA 516Business Law and Ethics

3

 

IT 610IT Governance and Strategy

3

 

IT 670Computer Network Defense

3

OR

IT 680IT Master's Project

3

IT 670: for those in cybersecurity track

Specialization Courses

Students can take a specialized track or select four (4) 500- level IT courses (12 credits).  Students must submit paperwork with the College to declare their specialization. 

Business Management Specialization

 
MBA 512Accounting for Managers

3

MBA 515Management in Organizations

3

MBA 520Economics for Managers

3

MBA 521Marketing Concepts and Practice

3

Cybersecurity Specialization

 

IT 530Computer Security

3

IT 570Cybersecurity: Law, Policy, Ethics, and Compliance

3

Cybersecurity Track Electives
Two (2) electives from the following:
IT 535Advanced Computer Security

3

IT 537Computer Forensics and Incident Response

3

IT 560Applications of Cryptography

3

IT 575Information Security Management

3

IT 588Cybersecurity Risk Management

3

IT 670Computer Network Defense

3

Data Science Specialization

IT 540Enterprise Data Management and Analysis

3

DATA 546Principles of Data Science

3

IT 566Computer Scripting Techniques

3

Data Science Electives

Take one (1) elective from the following:

DATA 556Data Visualization

3

DATA 576Natural Language Processing (NLP) Techniques

3

DATA 586Machine Learning

3

Digital Health Specialization

IT 545Health Care Informatics

3

DATA 546Principles of Data Science

3

IT 547Security and Privacy of Electronic Documents

3

IT 597Security and Privacy of Medical Devices

3

Digital Transformation Specialization

IT 530Computer Security

3

OR

DATA 586Machine Learning

3

 

IT 544The Technologies Behind Digital Transformation

3

DATA 546Principles of Data Science

3

IT 548Managing Digital Transformation

3

Hospitality Innovation Specialization

HRM 586People Analytics

3

INN 510Entrepreneurial Thinking

3

MGT 573Hospitality Industry: Innovation, Strategy, and Design Thinking

3

MGT 575Hospitality Industry: Analytics and Business Intelligence

3

IT Project Management Specialization

IT 543Project Management

3

IT 548Managing Digital Transformation

3

IT 580Technology Leadership

3

IT 585Managing Technical People

3

Privacy and Data Security Specialization

IT 512Privacy and Data Security Fundamentals

3

IT 522Privacy Program Management and Assessment

3

IT 532Privacy Design in the Technology Ecosystem

3

IT 547Security and Privacy of Electronic Documents

3

Software Engineering Specialization

Four (4) courses from the following:

IT 500Programming Language Selection and Design

3

DATA 546Principles of Data Science

3

IT 552Operating Systems

3

IT 566Computer Scripting Techniques

3

DATA 586Machine Learning

3

IT 590Topics in Information Technology

3