College of Engineering
Information Systems
Northeastern’s MS in Information Systems program prepares you to become a more evolved, dynamic software engineer who can design AI-enabled software solutions at the intersection of business and technology.
Overview
In Northeastern’s Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) degree program, you will embark on an IT leadership pathway as a more evolved, dynamic software engineer. Through an innovative curriculum and a rigorous academic program that is both broad and deep, master’s information systems students will become problem-solvers who design groundbreaking software solutions that fit within the complexities of the business world and solve the humanistic needs of the people who use them.
This flexible degree program puts software at the forefront of the engineering paradigm to address the sociotechnical needs of contemporary society. You’ll be prepared to go beyond simple programming to become a leader in information technology, delivering systems that are safe, secure, and help solve the world’s grand challenges.
Your degree will involve a deep level of applied learning with project-based case studies in every course. We also encourage students to plan internships or co-ops as part of their time at Northeastern, and the course is structured to allow flexible scheduling to accommodate work placements.
Every student will customize their program to match their career goals with multiple concentration options.
The MSIS program is intended for students with some foundational technical experience. Students with nontechnical bachelor’s degrees have the opportunity to earn an MS in IS through the MS in Information Systems – Bridge program.
Curriculum
In the Information Systems program, you’ll create a strong technical foundation through diverse, high-level courses taught by renowned faculty in industry-wide, first-class engineering techniques. Meanwhile, you’ll also build the crucial skills you need to succeed in any industry, taking courses on business analysis project planning, agile development, and quality assurance.
The program offers a wide range of courses that reflect current and future industry trends:
- Cryptocurrency and Smart Contract Engineering
- Engineering of Big Data Systems
- Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
- Cybersecurity Engineering and Development
- Digital Business
- Full-Stack Software Engineering
- User Experience Design
- Data Science and Machine Learning Systems Engineering
Career Outcomes
Our graduates are hired by industry leaders and companies large and small in industries all over the globe.
Recent graduates are working in fields that include:
- Software design and development
- Business intelligence
- Product management
- Data architecture
- UI/UX design
- IT management
- Machine learning and AI
- Full-stack engineering
- Blockchain and smart contracts
Tuition
$47,448
This tuition estimate is inclusive of a 25% scholarship for all students beginning their graduate studies in Spring 2027. This scholarship is not transferable to alternative programs of study, terms or campuses outside of the Silicon Valley campus.
Additional scholarships may be available based on academic merit and other qualifying factors. Select scholarships may be stacked up to 50%.
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2026-2027 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Find detailed information on tuition and fees from Student Financial Services.
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