About Information Systems and Technology, M.S. at CSUSB
CSUSB’s Master of Science in Information Systems and Technology (MSIST) prepares you for in-demand careers in cybersecurity, data analytics, business intelligence, and IT leadership. Open to students from any undergraduate background, this program is ideal for professionals ready to advance or pivot into the tech field.
You’ll choose from two career-focused concentrations:
- Cybersecurity
- Business Intelligence and Analytics
Through hands-on projects and real-world applications, you’ll build expertise in:
- Identifying and solving complex business and technology problems
- Managing IT risk and securing computer network systems
- Ensuring business continuity and data governance
- Designing and implementing data warehouses
- Using business intelligence tools to collect, analyze, and visualize big data
- Supporting strategic decision-making at all organizational levels
With CSUSB’s nationally recognized faculty and affordable tuition, the MSIST degree helps you become career-ready in high-growth tech fields—from frontline analyst to strategic IT leader.
Careers in Information Systems and Technology, M.S.
Overall employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2024 to 2034, reports the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Both concentrations in the MSIST program can lead to strategic positions such as Chief Information Officer, Chief Information Security Officer, Chief Analytics Officer, Chief Data Officer, or Chief Business Architect.
Sample Courses
Information Systems and Technology Management
Topics include analyzing information technology impact on organizational business models, making a business case for information technology, information management planning, information technologies infrastructure, cyber security, IT project risk assessment, and IT leadership and governance.
Information Networking Systems and Security
Advanced study of developing, implementing, securing and managing information networks. Systems architecture, models, standards and security are emphasized. Topics include use of hardware, software, routers, wireless communications, and Voice over IP.
Enterprise Architecture Planning, Strategy, Security and Policy
The course provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to understand how an Enterprise Architecture assists in integrating strategic, business, policy, and technology planning methods, which in turn support enterprise-wide information technology resource development and governance based on needed business requirements.
Meet Alum Naja Faysal, '24
Opportunities for Students
As a graduate student within CSUSB’s School of Cyber & Decision Sciences, you have access to the Institute of Applied Research and Policy Analysis and the Center for Cyber and AI, as well a variety of clubs and organizations, internships and financial support.
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