MS in Information Systems Technology
Online MSIST Quick Facts
Total Credits:
33
Average completion:
2.5 years
Format:
Part time, 100% online
Next start date:
1/13/2025
Grow as an IT Professional and Business Leader
The George Washington University’s online MS in Information Systems Technology (MSIST) is globally recognized for producing graduates who possess a potent combination of technical information systems expertise and skills in management, communication and decision-making.
In our online laboratory-style classes, online master’s degree in information systems students gain information systems technology expertise and management skills so they can implement effective business solutions.
This combination of advanced technical knowledge, management skills and proven business strategy expertise positions GW Business graduates to succeed.
Gain In-Demand Skills From a Proven Program
Our master’s in information systems technology degree imparts comprehensive information systems knowledge and crucial management skills to its students. For over a decade, our online MSIST has extended GWSB’s tradition of excellence by offering flexibility to students worldwide.
Boost Your Earning Potential With an Online Master’s in Information Systems
In IT and computer science, professionals with a master's degree earn a median salary of $129,900 annually — $15,300 more than their counterparts without a master's.
Source: Lightcast, labor market data analytics provider
Online MSIST Program Outcomes
- Oral and Written Communication: Learn to express yourself clearly and effectively in writing and oral presentations with a solid grasp of purpose and audience awareness.
- Ethics and Social Responsibility: Develop the ability to assess ethical implications and societal impact when making decisions.
- Critical and Analytical Thinking: Enhance your critical thinking skills, allowing you to analyze facts and make informed choices regarding the efficient use of information technology and decision models.
- Body of Knowledge: Be able to apply your understanding of information systems to support successful analysis, design and implementation projects.
- Team Management and Effectiveness: Gain experience as a team leader and member through participation in group projects where you work together to meet shared goals.
- Project Management: Know how to deploy project management knowledge to support successful analysis, design and implementation of IT projects.
Exclusive Career Support
All online MSIST students get access to the F. David Fowler Career Center, which includes exclusive one-on-one career consulting sessions.
Flexible Learning for Current and Future Tech Leaders
Our digital courses combine live sessions with self-paced online coursework, which features content such as videos, podcasts and animations.
Each online master’s in information systems course includes a weekly one-hour live classroom session for real-time interaction with faculty and peers. These sessions take place during evenings or weekends, and recordings are made available for future reference.
Careers With an MSIST
Top Job Titles | Salary |
|---|---|
| Software Developers | $131,841 |
| Data Scientists | $107,485 |
| Management Analysts | $99,311 |
| Database Architects | $152,818 |
| Project Management Specialists | $134,297 |
| Computer Systems Analysts | $103,564 |