About Information Systems, Master Of Science in Johns Hopkins University

Information systems and technologies are revolutionizing the way we live and work. The rapid pace of technological advances requires a new generation of talented and tech-savvy business leaders who possess a framework of foundational knowledge to anticipate and manage change and recognize opportunities for business value creation by adapting and implementing new technologies. The Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) program prepares students to lead IT initiatives aimed at organizational success, providing secure infrastructure platforms and breakthrough strategic advantage.

The MSIS program is designed for:

• IS professionals who want to advance into leadership roles in their organizations  or start their own business or consultancy.
• Business professionals who want to leverage their expertise in functional areas, recognizing that advances in IT are changing every part of an organization.
• Recent graduates who want to learn how information and related technologies can be decisive factors for organizations to succeed in the global marketplace.

The MSIS curriculum reflects the latest IS research and industry best practices.

The program curriculum bridges technology and business with coursework in: artificial intelligence, machine and deep learning, distributed computing, cybersecurity and data vulnerability, data sciences and business intelligence, data networks (telecommunications) infrastructures, emerging technologies, big data analytics, cloud  and mobile technologies, IT development and global sourcing strategies, enterprise architecture, and managing complex projects. The MSIS core spans the foundational breadth of information systems and technologies, from hands-on experience with web services to high-level information systems strategy. Elective courses provide students the flexibility to specialize the program to address personal and career objectives.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree 

English language requirements 

• IELTS : 7.0
• TOEFL IBT: 100

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Johns Hopkins University Cost of Attendance

An expected budget for overseas students wishing to study in the United States has been tabulated below for applicants looking to enrol at the university in the coming sessional year.