Master of Science in Information Systems Management (MS-ISM)
Be on the leading edge of where technology is headed. With the flexible Master of Science in Information Systems Management (MS-ISM) from the top-ranked W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, you can earn an innovative master’s degree as a full-time student or while you work. Evening courses and a unique custom track create value for students with a variety of backgrounds and career aspirations.
Academics
Whether you’re looking to grow within your current organization or need new skills and expertise to take your career in a new direction, the MS-ISM program has been developed to align with your goals. In addition to a core curriculum taught by faculty with decades of industry experience, an optional custom track covering in-demand topics allow you to immediately apply what you’re learning in class to your work, and build expertise for emerging jobs in every industry.
MS-ISM custom track
Take information systems management to the next level with four complementary courses of your choosing. Designed for motivated students, the MS-ISM custom track invites you to gain applied experience over the summer, while adding just one more semester to your degree. Talk to a recruiter to learn more about this valuable program add-on.
MS-ISM fast facts
Evening courses
Earn your degree in just two semesters
STEM-designated
Expanded opportunities for international students
Extend your program
Custom third-semester track available for motivated students
163,000 new jobs
in information security and information systems by 2031
– Bureau of Labor Statistics
As a STEM-designated master’s degree, the MS-ISM allows eligible graduates on student visas access to an Optional Practical Training (OPT) extension for up to 36 months, helping international students gain additional real-world skills and experience in the U.S.
Learn more about the innovative MS-ISM curriculumExperience
Enjoy life on the ASU Tempe campus — in the middle of a vibrant metropolis, with access to major hiring companies, year-round activities, and the beautiful desert southwest.
How to apply
Start your journey on the right foot: Join us for an upcoming event to learn more about the W. P. Carey MS-ISM, and take note of application deadlines and application materials.
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Application deadlines
Round I
Dec. 1, 2024
Round II (International priority)
Feb. 1, 2025
Round III (International final)
April 1, 2025
Round IV (Final)
July 1, 2025
Note: Applications for Fall 2025 admission will be accepted on a rolling basis until July 15, 2025.
Cost and financial aid
One of the highest-ranked information management master’s degrees, according to U.S. News & World Report, the W. P. Carey MS-ISM is also one of the most affordable.
MS-ISM
Estimated tuition and fees
Resident
$35,767
Nonresident
$61,615
International
$66,696
MS-ISM (custom track)
Estimated tuition and fees
Resident
$45,851
Nonresident
$75,562
International
$79,965
Paying for your degree is one of the most critical steps in your decision to go to business school. Work with us to find the right solution for you, whether it’s scholarships, graduate assistantships, or loans.
Learn more about how to pay for your degree
Career management
The W. P. Carey Career Services Center helps you tell your story through individualized support and targeted resources. Our dedicated team of experienced professionals will assist you in defining career goals, implementing job search strategies, and leveraging your degree.