The Management (M.A.S.)/Computer Science (M.S.) dual-degree program at the Illinois Institute of Technology is designed for ambitious graduate students aiming for leadership roles in the technology and business sectors. This comprehensive program equips you with a dual foundation in strategic management and advanced computer science, enabling you to navigate complex challenges and drive innovation. You will gain essential business acumen, including analytics for decision making, financial statement applications, and marketing strategy, alongside the technical expertise required in today's data-driven world. This interdisciplinary approach is ideal for those seeking to bridge the gap between technical capabilities and executive decision-making.
You will complete this rigorous dual-degree program full-time on campus over two years, with a reduced total of 51 credit hours compared to pursuing each master's separately. The curriculum emphasizes core management principles and allows flexibility within the M.S. in Computer Science to tailor your studies, whether through a thesis, project, or coursework-only option. You will engage with subjects like strategic management, negotiations, and operations and technology management, alongside computer science fundamentals. Graduates will be prepared for diverse career paths, including management positions in information technology, research and development, and consulting, leveraging both their business insight and technical proficiency.