Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Life After the Undergraduate Degree What’s Next?

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Objectives  What do you plan to do after graduation?  What is the future for IT graduates?  What is the MSIS Program at Kennesaw State University?

Options After Graduation Bachelor’s in Information Systems Job Graduate School MSIS MSCS MS MA MBA MPA Law Medicine Certificates A+ CISSP MCSE CompTIA Network + CCNA MSIS MSCS MS MA MBA MPA Law Medicine Graduate School A+ CISSP MCSE CompTIA Network + CCNA Certificates

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Undergraduate vs. Graduate  Foundational knowledge  Facts and figures  Classes outside your major  Applied knowledge and analysis  Case studies  Oral and written communication skills  Interactive classroom environment  Focused classes

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Great Job Potential  2005: 125,000 tech jobs created  2006: IT will have its best year since 2000, creating 217,000 jobs with rising wages  Over next 5 years: tech will create 782,000 jobs - 8.6% of the projected new jobs  2005: average salary in high tech grew 5.1%, to $69,000 1/23/2006

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) “106,000 Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts jobs are expected to become available between 2002 and 2012.” --US Department of Labor

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Predicted Shortage of IT Talent  Going to have a problem getting [technology] people  Des Moines Business Record Online, 9/4/2005  Steady increase in demand across the US for technology workers  Demand for technology professionals across the US up significantly  Technology job market has recovered from the boom & bust of 2001/2002 9/20/2005

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Salary Comparisons  Reports from the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicate that most information technology professionals earn a starting salary of $45,000 or more per year.  By adding a management concentration to your information technology degree, you can earn as much as $85,000 per year as an IT manager.

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Worklife Earnings EducationEarnings (millions of dollars) Professional Degree$4.40 Doctorate$3.40 Master's Degree$2.50 Bachelor's Degree$2.10 Associate Degree$1.60 High School Diploma$1.20 Less than High School Diploma$1.00 (Earnings for full-time, year-round workers by educational attainment for worklife of approximately 40 years. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.)

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Anything Besides Money?  IT workers have to constantly learn to stay effective  Graduate degree provides the opportunity to learn and stay abreast of changes in the IT field  Graduate program allows you to interact with peers with different IT experiences than you

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) MSIS Program  State-of-the-art graduate degree  Applied program of study  Focuses on management of technology to support organizational objectives  Accelerated Bachelor’s-Master’s option available for qualified students Master of Science in Information Systems

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Why MSIS?  Convenient scheduling  Nights, weekends  Distance learning initiatives  Highly qualified faculty  Business experience  Certifications  Flexible admissions  Fall, Spring, Summer  Assistantship opportunities  KSU designated Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Admissions Requirements  Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75  Satisfactory score on the GRE/GMAT  Current resume  Statement of Interests  Other criteria

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Graduate Research Assistantships  For qualified MSIS applicants  Highly competitive  Work on projects with faculty members  Receive tuition remission and stipend

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Curriculum  36 semester hours  8 core courses  4 electives  Co-ops/internships available  Generous elective offerings  Information security  Systems administration  E-business systems  Human-computer interface  Database  XML

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Core Courses  IS 8005 Informatics  IS 8020 Object-Oriented Software Development  IS 8040 Data Communications  IS 8050 IS Project Management  IS 8060 IS Development Methods and Technologies  IS 8070 Legal and Ethical Issues in IT  IS 8080 Database Design and Implementation  IS 8950 IS Policy and Strategy (Capstone)

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Electives  Information Security  IS 8110 Infosec Administration  IS 8112 Infosec Technologies  Data Communications  IS 8625 Advanced Data Communications  E-Business Systems  IS 8722 e-Business Systems Strategy  IS 8724 e-Business Technologies  IS 8726 e-Business Systems Solutions 1 of 2

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Electives  Systems Administration  IS 8822 IS Integration  IS 8825 IT Leadership  IS 8826 IS Services  Other  IS 8120 HCI  IS 8130 Query Languages  IS 8900 Special Topics  IS 8910 Special Projects  IS 8916/8918 Co-ops/Internships  Collaborative Study Elective 2 of 2

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Certificate in Information Security & Assurance  Growing area of importance and interest  Acquire Certificate with or without graduate degree  Security courses and elective courses to show foundational knowledge in ISA

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Certificate in Information Security & Assurance  12 credit hours of coursework  Prepares IT and non-IT professionals to protect the information that is a vital asset to all organizations  Discusses tools, training, and policies to ensure the safety and integrity of information  Required courses:  IS 8040 – Data Communication Theory & Practice  IS 8110 – Information Security Administration  IS 8112 – Information Security Technologies  One elective course

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) What Do MSIS Graduates Do After Graduation?  CIO  IT Manager  Product Developer  Website Designer  Database Administrator  Computer Trainer  Technical Support  Professor/ Teacher  Pursue advanced degrees

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Summary  Your options after graduation are as follows:  Take a job Go to school Get certificates  Go to school  The future looks bright for IT jobs  The MSIS program offers you the opportunity to expand your knowledge and enhance your resume

Copyright Amy Woszczynski, 2006Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Upcoming Events  Wednesday, March 21  MSIS Open House  CL 1009  5pm-7pm  Saturday, June 9  Graduate Programs Open House  University Rooms  10am-1pm