Online Master of Science in Computer Information Systems

Secure a Strategic Future
in Information Technology
Earn your master’s degree in Computer Information Systems completely online from Boston University.
Become highly skilled in the rapidly changing field of information technology, and a leader in IT management, while experiencing the teaching, research opportunities and individual advising by renown full time faculty of Boston University. 

The program can be completed in 12-20 months. The program is ideal for working professionals interested in participating in and managing information technology projects and teams across complex organizations. The comprehensive, real-world curriculum covers critical topics such as information security, digital forensics, IT project management, database management, and business intelligence.

For candidates interested in the specialized Information Security curriculum, Boston University is one of few institutions recognized by the Department of Defense and the Department of Homeland Security both as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education and a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Research. The Information Security programs at Computer Science Department at Boston University’s Metropolitan College are certified by the Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS), so your degree would be validated by both top security institutions and the long-standing reputation of Boston University.

  • Accelerated – Earn your degree in approximately 12-20 months via part-time study.
  • Flexible – Applicants for the program are evaluated based on their entire academic and professional record. You are not required to take the GRE, though you may submit your GRE scores as part of your application. You are not required to visit campus, though you are welcome to come to campus to meet with your faculty and fellow students and participate in labs and other on-campus activities.
Specialized Program Concentrations -
The Information Security concentration prepares you to identify and analyze risks and threats, and implement IT security solutions. As an information security analyst or information systems security leader, you'll define, design, develop, and implement highly secure systems that support organizational goals and protect your institution's assets, customers, and reputation.
The Database Management and Business Intelligence concentration provides you with a broad and deep understanding of databases and their applications, preparing you to design and use databases and database systems for operational and business intelligence applications. You will gain hands-on experience with Oracle and Microsoft databases and business intelligence tools. You'll learn to organize information through integration of information technology systems to solve business problems and capitalize on new opportunities.
The Concentration in IT Project Management provides you with in-depth understanding of and hands-on experience with the latest technologies, and challenges you to apply your knowledge to real world projects.

You'll learn the general concepts embodied in the Project Management Institute's PMBOK and virtual project management skills that enhance the ability to manage geographically distributed software development. Students will be prepared for careers such as; project manager, systems analyst, designer, programmer, research manager, IT consultant, or administrator of technical projects while also gaining specialized techniques in software risk management, software cost estimation, and software quality management.
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Boston University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, the highest and most widely-recognized form of accreditation for degree-granting programs. State agencies and reputable academic institutions only recognize degrees from regionally accredited institutions when considering someone for employment, a teaching position, or further academic study (including transfer or course credit). These programs also meet the tuition reimbursement standards of most agencies.
“Firms will increasingly hire cyber security experts to fill key leadership roles in their information technology departments because the integrity of their computing environments is of utmost concern. As a result, there will be a high demand for managers proficient in computer security issues.”
—Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition