Who is the Master of Science in Business Information Technology for?
Drexel’s College of Computing & Informatics' Master of Science in Business Information Technology (MSBIT) prepares students for work related to applying information technology in organizations. It connects business and information technology perspectives so that students understand information technology in an organizational context. The program is designed for students who have relevant work experience and either a technical or a business background.
Fast Facts
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Hours
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Full-time (FT) or Part-time (PT)
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Time-to-Degree
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1.5 years (FT); 2.5 years (PT)
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Format
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On campus or online
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Term Starts
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Fall only
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Curriculum Design
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The degree is comprised of three integrated skills-based, multi-course certificates. Please see below for additional details.
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Hands-on Experience
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No
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Technical experience required?
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A background in business or technology is helpful.
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GRE required?
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No
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Meets F1 Visa STEM Requirements?
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No
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Master's in Business Information Technology Program Overview
As technology continues to impact almost every industry, companies are increasingly in need of professionals with both business and information technology knowledge who can leverage technology to help solve problems and transform organizations. MSBIT is an interdisciplinary master’s program offered through Drexel’s LeBow College of Business and the College of Computing & Informatics (CCI). You will benefit from a cross-cutting, market-responsive curriculum led by Drexel’s world-class business and technology faculty experts.
The program is designed for students who have relevant work experience and either a technical or a business background. Courses provide technology and business knowledge with a practical emphasis. To complement required foundations in information technology and management, you can choose to focus on two of the following areas: Organizational Security; Information Technology and Execution; Information Systems Development; or Digital Transformation.
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Our recruitment team is eager to answer your questions and assist you throughout your application process. Get in touch with us now by completing this form. Please email cciinfo@drexel.edu for any specific questions.
Curriculum
IMPORTANT NOTE: Drexel operates on the quarter, not semester, system, offering classes during four, 10-week terms throughout the year. (You are not required to take classes every quarter, but full-time students must complete the degree in 5 years.)
Our master’s degrees are 45 credits (15 courses), which is equivalent to 30 semester credits (10 courses).
This degree is composed of three, 5-course certificates. This structure allows you to focus and specialize according to your professional and educational goals.
Certificate #1: This certificate is required.
Certificates #2 and #3: You will choose two certificates from the following groups:
Note: Certificates can only be used in pursuit of a master’s degree; they are not a stand-alone credential. To take advantage of a certificate program, you must apply and be admitted to a specific master’s degree program. No official credential will be issued by the University for a completed certificate alone.
Please visit Drexel's Graduate Catalog for the MS in Business Information Technology course requirements and a sample plan of study.
Career Outlook for Business Information Technology
Business Information Technology, like all disciplines within the computer and information sciences, has a very healthy employment outlook. Read more about this field and the places you can go with this master’s degree here.
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Admissions Requirements
Visit our Graduate Admissions section for admissions requirements and application deadlines.
Finances
Tuition
Please visit Drexel’s official Graduate Tuition & Fees page. Note that this master’s degree requires 45 quarter credits.
Merit-Based Scholarships for Domestic and International Students
The LeBow College of Business and College of Computing & Informatics offer the Business Information Technology (BIT) Merit Scholarship to top applicants.
- Submission Guidelines: All international and domestic applicants to the MS in Business Information Technology program and related certificates are automatically considered for scholarship opportunities when they apply; there is no separate application. Please be sure to include all relevant items with your admissions application.
- Scholarship Qualifications: Scholarship consideration is based on your admissions application, with a focus on academic achievement, professional experience and unique personal attributes. The BIT Merit Scholarship is designed to attract top graduate-student talent, positioning you for success in the next step of your career.
Additional Information
For more information, please contact the College of Computing & Informatics’ graduate recruitment team at cciinfo@drexel.edu, or Noor Jemy, LeBow College of Business’ assistant director of graduate student services – advising, naj42@drexel.edu.