Dual MBA and MS in Computer Science and Information Systems
Through cross-recognition of courses between the MBA and MS in Computer Science and Information Systems program, this dual master's program will require nine less credit hours to complete than if the degrees were completed independent of each other. The program will lead to two degrees: a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science and Information Systems with a concentration in Information Systems.
This dual master's program is available in a traditional, on-campus format or through the NetPlus! MBA format, which combines online courses with on-campus sessions every six weeks.
Degree Requirements
The dual MBA/MS program requires completion of 51-60 hours if pursuing the general MBA. It requires 54-66 hours if pursuing the MBA with a concentration. The dual program requirements are as follows:
MBA Foundation Courses (0-12 hours)*
MGT 512 Applied Quantitative Analysis
MGT 521 Accounting for Managers
MGT 541 Organizational Behavior
MGT 551 Business Economics
*Courses can be waived if previous equivalent or similar undergraduate or graduate course work completed.
MBA Core Courses (21 hours)
MGT 531 Marketing Management
MGT 561 Financial Management
MGT 571 Operations Management
MGT 501 Interpersonal & Organizational Communication
MGT 552 Business and Society
MGT 585 Global Dimensions of Management
MGT 589 Strategic Management
Management Information Systems (3 hours)
MGT 581 or CIS 510 (This course will be double-counted automatically.)
Computer Science and Information Systems Core Courses (12 hours)
CSC 535 Advanced Computer Networking
CSC 565 Computer System Architecture
CSC 575 Algorithm and Complexity Analysis
CSC 582 Advanced Database Concepts and Emerging Applications
Information Systems Track (9 hours) Choose three of the following:
CSC 549 Computer Ethics and Security
CIS 520 Advanced Information Systems
CIS 530 Information Storage and Retrieval
CSC 550 Decision Support Systems
Elective Courses (3-9 hours)
Electives as approved by advisors in each program. You are urged to speak with an advisor to determine the total number of electives necessary for you to complete the program, as it varies depending on MBA foundation course waivers, whether or not an MBA concentration is sought, whether you pursue the degrees separately or simultaneously, and and the order you pursue the degrees (if pursuing them separately).
Application Process
A separate Graduate Application for Admission and all required supporting documents is required for admission into each program. See each program's admission page for more information.