Information Systems

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Contact: Claude Leveque, Program Coordinator
Office: KSU Center, Rm 431
Phone: (770) 420-4470
Email: cleveque@kennesaw.edu

http://msis.kennesaw.edu

MSIS Program Description

The Master of Science in Information Systems will help prepare tomorrow’s technology leaders to succeed in the global environment. The program emphasizes the strategic importance of technology and the development of qualified and capable leaders for the global organization.

The curriculum covers the importance of leadership and IT strategy through two capstone courses: IS Strategy and IT Leadership. These courses should be taken during the latter half of the student’s program of study.

With evening, online, and hybrid classes, the MSIS program gives students the opportunity to engage in significant professional development, without disruption of their careers.

General Requirements for Admission to the MSIS Program

MSIS program admission requires:

• Baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited in a manner accepted by Kennesaw State University;
• Acceptable cumulative undergraduate adjusted grade-point average on a 4.0 scale;
• Acceptable scores on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE);
• A current resume;
• A Statement of Interests describing the applicant’s reasons for pursuing an MSIS degree at Kennesaw State University;
• Additional requirements for International Students as specified by the University.

International applicants have additional requirements. See Graduate Admission  section of this catalog.

Non-Degree Admission

The MS in Information Systems program does not admit students as non-degree, nor are non-degree students allowed to enroll in MS in Information Systems courses.

Transfer Credit

A student may transfer up to six (6) semester hours of graduate courses taken at an accredited institution, providing the transfer hours are made prior to the last 30 hours of course work. Special hardship cases, such as job transfers, will be decided on an individual basis by the program director.

The transfer of credit for course work completed at another institution will be approved only under the following conditions:

• The course work was completed at a regionally accredited institution;
• A minimum grade of ‘B’ was received in the course;
• The course was restricted to graduate students only;
• The content of the course corresponds to that of a course required or permitted in the student’s program at KSU; and
• The credit to be considered for transfer will not be more than five years old at the time the student enters.

Grades in Graduate Courses

Expectations for satisfactory graduate level student performance are detailed in Academic Policies section of this catalog.

Petition to Graduate

Each MSIS student must petition to graduate one semester prior to completing program requirements. Students should contact the program director for information on petitioning to graduate.

Foundation Requirements

Foundation requirements are the knowledge and skills of a broad set of information systems disciplines
including database, web/application development, and statistics. Academic preparation, industry experience, or certification in these areas is necessary prior to advanced study in IT leadership. A bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer information systems, or management information systems typically satisfies all foundation requirements. A bachelor’s degree in business may satisfy some/all of the foundation requirements.

This table summarizes the information systems foundation requirements and options for satisfying them.

NOTES:

1. Undergraduate courses used to satisfy the foundation courses must be from an institution accredited in a manner acceptable to the Coles College of Business;
2. Foundation requirements must be satisfied at the beginning of the MSIS program, typically within the first semester of study;
3. Enrollment in 8000-level graduate courses is restricted, based on foundations required, until foundation requirements are met.

Contact: Claude Leveque, Program Coordinator
Office: KSU Center, Rm 431
Phone: (770) 420-4470
Email: cleveque@kennesaw.edu

The Master of Business Administration/Master of Science in Information Systems (MBA/MSIS) Program is a dual degree offered by the Coles College of Business Administration The objective of this program is to allow students who are interested in information systems and business to concurrently register in both MBA and MSIS programs. The relationship between information technology and success in the business enterprise makes this program innovative and attractive to students wishing to become IT leaders. Specifically, documented expertise in these related areas provides graduates with opportunities for advancement and career mobility in areas such as project management, information technology, strategy, management, and information security.

Program Admission Requirements:

To be admitted into the dual degree program, the applicant must specify the option at the time of application to the Graduate School. Students interested in applying for the MBA/MSIS dual degree program should consult with the program coordinator with regard to admission requirements and required courses.

General Admission Requirements for the MBA/MSIS Dual Degree Program

1. Submission of application to the graduate admission office and a non-refundable application fee;
2. Baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited in a manner accepted by Kennesaw State University;
3. Academic background (approved by MBA and MSIS program directors);
4. Acceptable scores on the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
5. Three letters of recommendation (optional);
6. Professional experience (Note: Personal interviews will be conducted whenever possible and responsible work, community service, and leadership experience will be considered.).

*International applicants have additional requirements; see Graduate Admission  section of this catalog.

Contact: Dr, Michael Whitman, Director, Information Security and Assurance Program
Office: CL 3000
email: mwhitman@kennesaw.edu
Web address: http://msis.kennesaw.edu/certificate.html

Admission Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited in a manner acceptable by Kennesaw State University
• Acceptable cumulative undergraduate adjusted grade-point average on a 4.0 scale.
• Acceptable scores on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) OR the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
• A current résumé.
• A Statement of Interests describing the applicant’s reasons for pursuing the Graduate Certificate in Information Security and Assurance at Kennesaw State University

Additional requirements for International Students as specified by the University.

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