Bachelor of Technology and M.S. in Information Systems - Accelerated Master's Program
Program Details
Degree
Master of ScienceDepartment
School of Business Graduate ProgramAvailable
On campusStevens School of Business and SKVM's NMIMS Deemed-to-be University offer a highly-coordinated Information Systems Accelerated Master's Program.
In the first year, you will enroll full-time at NMIMS (12 credits). Then, you will enroll full-time at the Stevens School of Business, taking courses within the Information Systems program (24 credits). After completing the program (5 years), you will receive a Bachelor of Technology degree from NMIMS and an M.S. in Information Systems from Stevens.
Stevens Institute of Technology
Stevens Institute of Technology is a premier, private research university in Hoboken, New Jersey, overlooking the Manhattan skyline. Since its founding in 1870, technological innovation and entrepreneurship have been the hallmarks of Stevens’ education and research. Within the university’s four schools, Stevens prepares its more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students for an increasingly complex and technology-centric world. Our exceptional students collaborate closely with world-class faculty in an interdisciplinary, student-centric, entrepreneurial environment, readying them to fuel the innovation economy. Academic and research programs spanning finance, computing, engineering and the arts expand the frontiers of science and leverage technology to confront the most challenging problems of our time. Stevens is consistently ranked among the nation’s leaders in ROI and career services and is in the top 1% nationally of colleges with the highest-paid graduates.
Program Highlights
Cohort-Driven Learning Experience: Students begin their journey with a cohort of peers, taking four core courses together in their first semester. This approach fosters a strong sense of community, builds a solid knowledge base and sets the stage for deeper exploration in subsequent semesters.
Speak the Language of Business: Developing a comprehensive understanding of business principles, including accounting, finance and project management, enables students to effectively communicate and engage with senior leaders, suppliers and clients. Many graduates quickly advance to roles with project management responsibility and swiftly ascend to managing transformative projects across multiple business units in the U.S. and globally.
Robust Information Systems Curriculum: Our curriculum provides a strong foundation for how companies leverage technologies strategically, integrate complex systems and adopt transformative business models and processes to stay ahead in today's rapidly evolving landscape.
Real-World Exposure and Industry Proximity: From day one, students are immersed in the vibrant business ecosystem of the tri-state area, learning from case studies, industry experts and alumni who serve as leaders in major global industries, including finance, technology, healthcare and more.
Tailored Specializations: Students can align their education with their career goals by choosing from specialized tracks in business intelligence & analytics, business process management and service innovation, cybersecurity, project management or select electives that best match their aspirations.
Industry-Focused Technical Expertise: Combining technical proficiency with industry-specific knowledge empowers students to understand and solve challenges unique to their desired field, whether it's supply chain analytics for retail or blockchain applications in pharmaceuticals.
Holistic Skill Development: Stevens students cultivate both soft skills and technical expertise in areas such as digitization, data science, AI, IoT and emerging communication technologies, positioning them as a well-rounded professionals with a holistic view of how today’s systems are designed, developed and deployed to maximize effectiveness.
Invaluable Networking Opportunities: Students can participate in the Industry Capstone program, which connects them with companies and offers networking opportunities to advance their careers.
GMAT/GRE test scores are optional for all master’s programs except MBA. Applicants who think that their test scores reflect their potential for success in graduate school may submit scores for consideration.
I.T. Meets Innovation
Today's information systems manager needs to have a thorough command not only of technology — security, compliance, analytics, mobile networks and cloud-based systems — but of business, and the way employees use technology to get the job done. The Information Systems master's program brings an analytics-intensive approach to topics like digital innovation and cybersecurity, empowering you as a decision-maker whose insights guide technology strategy across the enterprise.
Courses in the Information Systems master's program encourage information systems consultants, IT auditors, and project managers to frame problems from the perspective of a CIO who drives organizational change through technology. A curricular balance of new coding skills and leadership perspectives will turn you into a creative problem-solver able to stay ahead of the rapid pace of technology.
The Information Systems master's program at Stevens is available on campus or fully online.
M.S. in Information Systems Careers
Business/Technology Consultant
Data Analyst
Developer
IT Project Manager
Product Manager
Solutions/Cloud Architect
Potential hiring organizations include companies like: Barclays, BMW North America, BNY Mellon, EY, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and more.
SVKM's NMIMS Deemed-to-be University
Since 1981, NMIMS has today emerged as a globally reputed university. Always socially conscious, the Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal (SVKM) made the decision to cater to the rising demand of management institutes in India which led to the birth of the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS). NMIMS currently has 17 specialized schools with more than 17,000 students and about 750 full-time faculty members, 10 faculty members with Fulbright and Humboldt International Scholarships.
Courses
Financial Accounting
Organizational Behavior
Object-Oriented Modeling and Design
Advanced Database Management Systems
M.S. in Information Systems: Facts & Figures
My master’s degree in information systems has made me a more holistic person in my career. The information systems program really marries the best of both worlds and provides professionals with skills from both technical and business perspectives.
Niña Kitele ’23
Information technology is not just technical anymore. It’s a combination of people, processes and technology that has evolved to become a business driver and a source for competitive advantage. You used to just program; now, you have to be able to make systems and software work to meet business goals.
Chris Colla '07
My master’s degree in information systems has made me a more holistic person in my career. The information systems program really marries the best of both worlds and provides professionals with skills from both technical and business perspectives.
Niña Kitele ’23
Information technology is not just technical anymore. It’s a combination of people, processes and technology that has evolved to become a business driver and a source for competitive advantage. You used to just program; now, you have to be able to make systems and software work to meet business goals.
Chris Colla '07