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he M.S. in Computer Information Systems (CIS) is a 36 credit-hour program. It focuses on the technological foundations of computer information systems including areas such as database systems, human-computer interaction, data and computer communications, information security, computer graphics, software engineering, and object-orientation. It is designed to give students a thorough knowledge of the field and to provide an enduring foundation for future professional growth. The program blends theory and practice into a learning experience that develops skills applicable to complex real-world problems. Its formats offer full-time students the opportunity to earn the degree in 12 months and working professionals the opportunity to earn the degree in 12–18 months. This program is available online or on-campus. In addition, students have the option to earn the M.S. in CIS with concentration in information security, which requires a total of 42 credit hours (14 courses), or the Graduate Certificate in Information Security (Information System Security) which requires a total of 15 credit-hours (five courses). The concentration and graduate certificate are recognized by the National Security Agency (NSA) based on its certification of the school’s curriculum for compliance with the requirements of NSA national training standards NSTISSI No. 4011 (Information Systems Security Professionals) and CNSSI No. 4013 (System Administrators)

The Master's Program in Telecommunications at the University of Maryland is designed to provide students with the professional skills needed to advance a successful career in telecommunications. The program combines fresh, innovative, and cutting-edge technical courses with management, regulatory, and public policy instruction—creating a telecommunications professional who is technically savvy, business-minded, and acutely in tune with the policy issues that surround a constantly changing industry. The curriculum was carefully developed with the guidance of telecommunication industry leaders. Since its inception, new state-of-the-art classes have been added each year to keep pace with the technological advancements of the telecommunications industry. Our graduates are currently making their mark at companies like Verizon, Booz-Allen & Hamilton, Hughes Network Systems, Texas Instruments, and at government agencies like the Federal Communications Commission and the National Security Agency.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Stony Brook is a top-ranking department with a strong commitment to teaching and research. Currently we offer two undergraduate degrees, the Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Electrical Engineering and the Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering, a Master of Science (M. Sc) and a PhD degrees in Electrical Engineering. Please read about our Mission, Program Educational Objectives and Program Outcomes, and visit our undergraduate and graduate programs homepages for more details.

SUNYIT offers bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in telecommunications. Students majoring in the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in telecommunications develop a working knowledge of the history and methodologies, as well as an awareness of current issues, policies, advancements, and applications that characterize the field of telecommunications. The M.S. in Telecommunications is the only one of its kind in the State University system; it is designed for recent graduates and working professionals who may not have obtained undergraduate degrees in technical fields, such as engineering, but who wish to gain an in-depth knowledge of telecommunications.

The primary concerns of the Graduate School are graduate instruction and research. The SIUC Graduate School offers master's degrees in over 60 programs and the doctoral degree through 29 programs. Within the colleges and schools are departments whose distinguished faculty offer inspired teaching, conduct innovative research, and facilitate student services from admission to placement.

The College of Engineering offers a Master of Science in telecommunications engineering. This graduate program provides advanced education and research to develop breadth of knowledge and depth of expertise in the engineering of telecommunication networks and systems. This University of Nebraska-Lincoln program is offered in Omaha, Nebraska at the Peter Kiewit Institute of Information Science, Technology, and Engineering (PKI); however, students may take some of the courses through the electrical engineering and computer science departments on the Lincoln campus.

The MS in Telecommunications and Networking degree program will be designed to prepare individuals for careers in the telecommunications industry. It will provide the necessary education of individuals involved with hardware and software providers, service providers, large user organizations and government regulators. It will offer extensive theoretical and practical knowledge in wired and wireless communication networks.

Neither the provisions of this catalog nor the publication thereof constitute an offer for a contract which may be accepted by students through registration and enrollment in the university. The university reserves the right to change any provision, offering or requirement at any time during the student's period of study at NJIT.

The MSTM program is a nationally prominent and exemplary center for telecommunications education, research, and outreach. The program is committed to teaching and advancing the art and science of managing telecommunications. Specifically, the MSTM program's mission is to develop professional telecommunications managers capable of making unique contributions to their chosen organizations. To achieve this mission within an environment of constant change, the inclusion and integration of knowledge and methodologies from various academic disciplines are essential.

The graduate certificate consists of courses from both the Computer Science and Electrical Engineering Departments. It is intended for students who hold a baccalaureate degree in science or engineering and who wish to concentrate on hardware/software issues pertaining to telecommunications.