MA/MS in Computer and Information Sciences, General

Marist's MS in Information Systems prepares graduates for roles that need both technical and managerial strength. It is designated as a STEM degree and relies on coursework in information technology and systems along with projects completed for real clients. Students use facilities created through the college's partnership with IBM, including a mainframe platform installed on campus, a state-supported cloud computing and analytics center and a security operations center that simulates threat detection in an isolated cloud setting. Three concentrations let students steer the degree toward their goals, with business analytics among them. An advanced certificate offers a shorter route for those who want graduate-level knowledge without the whole degree, and the page also provides guidance for international applicants. Marist is based in Poughkeepsie in the Hudson Valley of New York, north of New York City. Prospective students can request information, arrange a visit or begin an application from the program page.