Meet the Increased Demand for Computer and IT Managers with an Online Master's Degree in IT
Advance your future in Information Technology with our 10-course online Master of Science degree. Classes focus on the design, management, and deployment of networked systems, emphasizing cloud computing, big data collection and information security. Designed for those with a Bachelor's in IT and working professionals who want to pursue advanced graduate studies in the field, this online program emphasizes practical skills based on UNIX/Linux, Windows and Apple platforms. The curriculum also examines the technical and ethical foundation of general IT industry principles and standards.
Career Outlook
Occupations
- Business Analyst
- Chief Information Officer
- Chief Technology Officer
- Corporate Security Officer
- Director of Hosting and Managed Systems
- Director of Information Technology
- IT Consultant
- Lead Systems Engineer Security Analyst
- Manager of Information Services
- Network Manager
- Project Manager in Information Technology
- Strategic IT Planner
- Systems Analyst
- Vice President of Informatics
Learning Outcomes
Through this program, you will learn:
- Definitions and characteristics of contemporary operating systems
- Principles, processes, and concepts of network management
- Legal and ethical aspects of information management
- How to extract and manage system-critical information
- How to manage the software environments of commercial systems
- How to manage the environments for local and metropolitan area networks
- How to identify the appropriate compliance criteria for selective information management
- How to train and supervise IT professionals
Success Story
"I was looking to change careers, so I did some research and found that UMass Lowell had the best online program that would work with my schedule and allow me to study at night. I have a family, two kids, and a full-time job. I wanted to improve my future, and I knew an education from UMass Lowell would give me better opportunities."

Kasidit B.
One Success Leads to Another
Apply credits from lower credentials to higher ones. Our programs are designed to build upon themselves:


Have Questions?
For more information about the Master of Science in Information Technology program, please contact our MSIT Coordinator: