The 4+1 Accelerated Master’s in Information Technology provides an opportunity to earn a pathway to a master’s degree — with one year of additional study and 100% tuition scholarships for the fifth year. Position yourself for career advancement as you engage with graduate students and network with working professionals.
Why pursue the 4+1 Accelerated Master’s in Information Technology?
Information Technology continues to be a rapidly growing industry and its effective use helps create business and social value for all types of enterprises. The ongoing integration of IT with the business and the rapid evolution of the technology itself places a premium on IT leaders who have a pragmatic understanding of how the application of technology can move the enterprise forward, can effectively communicate their vision and then lead its successful execution.
Clark University’s Master’s in Information Technology degree is designed to provide these skills to our students. Our curriculum is comprised of four required courses which provide a solid understanding of key information technology domains and business skills. Students have the opportunity to choose six electives and may elect to concentrate on areas like cyber security, business intelligence, and IT leadership. Regardless of the path chosen, we provide ample class time to foster leadership skills like collaboration, negotiation, and truly effective communication techniques that senior executives look for in the next generation of IT leadership.
Career Advancement: Equip yourself with in-demand leadership and technical skills needed for roles in consulting, project management, IT leadership, or as a Chief Information Officer.
Industry Experience: Engage in hands-on projects, valuable internships, and a capstone project that applies theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges.
The Accelerated Master of Science in Information Technology is comprised of 10 graduate courses, including four required foundation courses and six electives or three concentration courses plus three electives. For more information on the curriculum and concentration areas, browse the program page for the M.S. in Information Technology.
The Clark University MSIT prepares students for jobs in core IT skills, Generative AI, Product Management, and Healthcare tech, in roles such as:
IT Manager
Systems Analyst
Data Analyst
Solutions Architect
Security Engineer
Network Administrator
DevOps Engineer
Cloud Security Specialist
AI Research Scientist
Machine Learning Engineer
Eligibility
Clark Bachelor of Arts students applying to the MSIT Program within the structure of the existing ADP program must have a minimum GPA of 3.4 and completed two of six of the following courses:
CSCI 280 – Computer Networks
CSCI 201 – Proseminar In Computer Science
CSCI 215 – Operating Systems
CSCI 220 – Database Management And Systems Design
CSCI 245 – Mobile Software Development
CSCI 250 – Software Engineering
Students are required to meet with the program adviser as a formal part of the admissions process.
Explore the Accelerated Master’s in Information Technology
The Master of Science in Information Technology is offered by the School of Professional Studies.
