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Online Master of Science in Computer Information Systems 
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Online Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
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Boston University 
Overview

Digital Expertise Unleashed: Online Master's in Computer Information Systems for Comprehensive IT Knowledge and Advanced Specializations in a Connected World.

Duration

24 months

Mode of learning

Online

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Course Level

UG Certificate

Online Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
 at 
Boston University 
Highlights

  • Supportive online network
  • Case studies and real-world projects
  • Practical experience with the latest technologies
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Online Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
 at 
Boston University 
Course details

What are the course deliverables?
  • Advanced knowledge in the analysis and documentation of requirements for architecture, design, and implementation of computer applications systems.
  • Proficiency in software and computing skills as they pertain to the design and implementation of database systems, data communications, systems analysis, and design.
  • Competence sufficient to identify current and emerging information technologies that may have strategic value for enterprise; assess where those technologies have value; and manage the implementation of those technologies in the enterprise.
  • Moderate skill in programming for application systems in an application programming language such as Java or Python.
More about this course
  • Established in 2004, Boston University’s online master’s in Computer Information Systems (MSCIS) immerses students in the fast-paced world of technological innovation—preparing them for IT leadership positions in all sectors.
  • Designed for students who wish to combine technical competence in information systems with knowledge of managerial and organizational issues, MSCIS degree concentrations encompass some of the fastest growing and highest paid segments of the IT job market
  • Online programs at Boston University provide something you won’t get anywhere else: a cutting-edge technical education rooted in BU’s 150-year old tradition of academic excellence.

Online Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
 at 
Boston University 
Curriculum

METCS625 Business Data Communication and Networks

METCS669 Database Design and Implementation for Business

METCS682 Information Systems Analysis and Design

METCS782 IT Strategy and Management

And one of the following*:

METCS520 Information Structures with Java

METCS521 Information Structures with Python

Required Courses

METCS546 Introduction to Probability and Statistics

Electives

(Four courses/16 credits)

METAD610 Enterprise Risk Management

METAD630 Financial and Managerial Accounting

METAD643 Project Communications and Leadership

METAD646 Portfolio and Program Management

METAD648 Ecommerce

METAD741 The Innovation Process: Developing New Products and Services

METCJ632 White-Collar Crime

METCS526 Data Structures and Algorithms

METCS544 Foundations of Analytics and Data Visualization

METCS555 Foundations of Machine Learning

METCS570 Biomedical Sciences and Health IT

METCS580 Health Informatics

METCS581 Health Information Systems

METCS601 Web Application Development

METCS602 Server-Side Web Development

METCS622 Advanced Programming Techniques

METCS632 Information Technology Project Management

METCS633 Software Quality, Testing, and Security Management

METCS634 Agile Software Development

METCS664 Artificial Intelligence

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Online Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
 at 
Boston University 
Faculty details

Eric Braude
Associate Professor and Director of Digital Learning, Computer Science PhD, Columbia University; MS, University of Miami; MS, University of Illinois; BS, University of Natal (South Africa)
Lou Chitkushev
Associate Dean, Academic Affairs; Associate Professor, Computer Science; Director, Health Informatics and Health Sciences PhD, Boston University; MS, Medical College of Virginia; MS, BS, University of Belgrade

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