The Master of Science in Computer and Information Science offers students three options, which allow the student to select a technology, analytical or a practical and applied focus for the application of computing technologies. These consist of Information Technology, Data Science and Software Engineering. Each option consists of 30 credits of graduate work beyond the foundations series, and each specifies its own foundations series courses. The specific courses of study for each option is described below.<br><br>The MS-CIS with Information Technology Option is designed for students who wish to combine technical competence in information technology with knowledge of managerial and organizational issues. Students will have extensive skill and experience in the design and implementation of operational databases as well as the data warehousing, cloud computing technologies and related business intelligence technologies for managing the enterprise. They will be trained on the business intelligence techniques to discover knowledge from massive data sets along with the importance on data security. This option will prepare the student with the management and advanced technology skills needed to become a leader and decision-maker in the technology field. Career tracks include Database and Cloud Network Administrators and Designers, Data Security and Business Intelligence Analysts.<br><br>In addition to the overall program outcomes, at the conclusion of the program of study, the IT-option graduate will be able to:<br><br>Understand database modeling, design and implementation<br>Demonstrate knowledge of Cloud Computing Technologies<br>Derive intelligence from large volumes of business data