The Master of Science in Computer and Information Science (MCIS) is designed to allow for flexible scheduling of course work to be completed on an accelerated time table of just 1.5 years. Or students can opt to complete the program requirements at their own pace, beginning any semester.
The curriculum emphasizes web-based and database technologies that are essential for information systems in industry. Southern Arkansas University’s MCIS program will provide students with specialized knowledge and training needed to meet professional excellence for successful careers in CIS.
A few of the specific career tracks anticipated for graduates include; Information System Project Management, System Analyst and Design or Development Specialist, Database Administrators, and pre-Ph.D. and MD Research Assistant Data Managers.
Delivery of courses
There are no pre-requisites in the MCIS curriculum. To meet the international residence requirements, courses are available completely online or students can study in residence at SAU-Magnolia benefiting from in-class interaction.
Undergraduate Requirements
MCIS program applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Students with a bachelor’s degree in other areas will be considered, but may be required to demonstrate basic mathematics and computer programming knowledge for placement purposes.
Courses Available
- MCIS 5103 Advanced Programming Concepts
- MCIS 5113 Web Technology
- MCIS 5413 Web Programming
- MCIS 5133 Data Base Management Systems
- MCIS 5003 Survey of Information Tech with Applications
- MCIS 5013 The UNIX Operating System
- MCIS 5153 Design and Analysis of Web-based Information System
- MCIS 6153 Software Engineering
- MCIS 6123 Decision Support Systems
- MCIS 6133 User Interface Implementation
- MCIS 6143 Web Application and Web Services
- MCIS 6163 Computer Networking
- MCIS 6173 Networking Security
- MCIS 6183 Special Topics
