Curriculum

This online MSIS degree program is interdisciplinary, combining principles of information systems, business management, business analytics and applied AI. The coursework will prepare you to manage and lead the complex IT needs of organizations. 

Study industry-aligned IT topics such as cybersecurity, analytics, deep learning and application development. Complete your degree through a selection of elective courses, allowing you to customize the program to meet your career goals.

Degree requirements

A total of 45 quarter credits are required to graduate with your M.S. in Information Systems. Degree requirements and curriculum information are available on Oregon State's academic catalog.

Sample course topics

• Advanced information systems 
• Business analytics 
• AI for competitive advantage 
• Business information systems design 
• Information systems security 
• Designing AI products and services for businesses
• Neural networks and deep learning for business
• Governing informational security programs 

Additional program features

Capstone

Your degree program will culminate in an applied or industry-sponsored capstone project, solving real-world problems while gaining practical IT experience. 

Concentrations

Work with your academic advisor to choose one of four areas for deeper study:

• Cybersecurity management
• Business analytics
• Applied AI 
• Geographic information science

Graduate certificate pathway to MSIS

Oregon State provides a pathway toward earning your MSIS degree through four graduate certificates — all delivered online.

• Geographic information science
• Business analytics
• Business fundamentals
• Supply chain and logistics management

Earning a graduate certificate can help you test your interest in information systems while building meaningful skills. If you plan to use credits from a graduate certificate towards a master’s degree, you should discuss transfer credit policies with an advisor in advance.

Certification 

The MSIS degree program prepares you to pursue third-party industry certifications — such as CompTIA Network+, Google Cybersecurity and ISACA IT Audit Fundamentals — which are critically important in IT fields. With your degree and additional certifications available, you’ll be well-positioned for the job you want.