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Master of Science in Information Systems

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Computer Networks and Security Concentration

Marist's Master鈥檚 of Science in Information Systems Computer Networks and Security concentration (CNS) is designed to give students competencies to investigate, design, implement, and troubleshoot emerging network and security technology. Students gain expertise to assess an enterprise infrastructure for secure emerging solutions and are exposed to a practical, state-of-the-art networking lab. Career paths for the graduating CNS professional include security administrator, technical manager, systems administrator, network specialist, network operations manager, IT administrator, internet engineer, LAN/WAN engineer, and network administrator. This sequence provides the foundation for professionals who aspire to become a Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

Contact Marist to learn more about earning your MSIS Master鈥檚 degree through the Computer Networks and Security concentration. The Information Systems degree is available through our on-campus or online curriculum, allowing students to earn their graduate degree through a flexible schedule.

Master鈥檚 of Science in Information Systems Curriculum

Master鈥檚 in Information Systems Management students will take six core classes required by all MSIS students. Students will also be immersed in management, policy, analysis and communications classes.  See MSIS full curriculum.

MSIS Graduate Degree Core Required Courses (21 Credits)

Computer Networks and Security Graduate Degree Track Required Courses (9 credits)

Electives (6 credits)

  • Courses from Information Systems, Business, Software Development

Information Systems Management Graduate Degree Track Prerequisites:

  • MATH 130 Introduction to Statistics

Information Systems Master鈥檚 Degree Career Paths:

  • Security Administrator
  • Technical Manager
  • Systems Administrator
  • Network Specialist
  • Network Operations Manager
  • IT Administrator
  • Internet Engineer
  • LAN/WAN Engineer
  • Network Administrator

At Marist, you have the option to earn your Master鈥檚 in Information Systems degree online through Brightspace. The same faculty that teaches on campus teaches all of our online classes.

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