MSM in Information Technology
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A Master’s for Information Technology Managers


Globe University/Minnesota School of Business in Minneapolis offers a program that prepares graduates to bridge the gap between business administration and technology. The Master of Science in Management: Information Technology degree program addresses financial, ethical, legal, operational and organizational concerns from the unique perspective of the IT professional. Graduates are prepared for management positions in information technology and information systems in any type of organization.

Call toll-free at 1-877-303-6060 or contact GU/MSB-Minneapolis for detailed program information.

IT management

Technology management is both an art and a science. An IT manager is responsible for evaluating and implementing technological developments, maintaining security and supporting diverse business operations.

The MSM: Information Technology program incorporates coursework in three areas—business, technology and communications. Students incorporate theoretical principles of IT management into their professional activities throughout the curse of the program, preparing to meet those challenges effectively.

Admission to the master’s program

An applicant must have a bachelor degree and two years of experience in information technology, computer science or another field of information science. Admission decisions are made on a case-by-case basis after evaluation of those and other requirements and a personal interview. Contact admissions for full information about the process.

International students are welcome

The Master of Science in Management program offers specific benefits to international students. As a result of the curricular practical training requirement, students may be eligible for work permits as early as their first quarters of studies. The program accepts new entrants every few weeks during the year, simplifying timing for F-1 student visa holders, and the university offers special international student services to simplify the admission and immigration processes and see that students are comfortable during their studies abroad.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, is home to major technology employers

GU/MSB-Minneapolis is located in the heart of downtown, on the concourse level of the IDS Center. This central location provides students with career and externship opportunities through employers ranging from large, international corporations to entrepreneurial ventures.

Convenience and flexibility

The Minneapolis campus is easily accessed—Twin Cities bus lines run near the IDS tower and parking is available in the neighborhood. Students can also choose to take some or all of the program through the university’s online division.

Core and elective classes in the MSM: IT master’s program

A student will earn the MSM: IT in 18 months of full-time study. Topics of study include the following:

  • Managerial communications
  • Group management
  • Research and project development
  • Politics of leadership
  • Strategic management
  • Information systems management
  • Resource management
  • Fiscal resources
  • II personnel management
  • Project management
  • II security management and ethics

Information and assistance

Call toll-free: 1-877-303-6060 or fill out a contact form to request information or assistance. A representative will be happy to answer questions about admissions, financial aid and enrollment.