Master of Science in Information Systems

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Master of Science in Information Systems

Northeastern University

Top 40 Engineering School

Accredited degree offered by the College of Engineering at Northeastern University

16-32 months

8 courses total, 8-10 hours per week per course

$24,000 USD total cost

$3,000 x 8 courses = $24,000, with pay-as-you-go tuition for each course

No application required

Hassle-free pathways for learners with or without technical experience

100% online

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Elevate your career as a next-gen tech leader by mastering the intersection of Software Engineering, Business, and IT Management

With the Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) degree from Northeastern University, you'll prepare for an IT leadership role as a high-level problem-solver, designing software solutions that align with business needs and user priorities.

This 100% online program blends software engineering, programming, and business strategy to help you lead IT initiatives and build secure, high-performing systems. You’ll also gain hands-on experience in QA, data management, and agile methods, preparing you for roles such as IT project manager, software engineer, or information security analyst.

To help you align your learning with your goals, the program offers courses in multiple focus areas: Cyber & Information Security, Software Testing & Quality Assurance, and Product Management & DevOps Leadership. These focus areas organise electives around high-demand skill sets and career paths, helping you build deep, relevant expertise in your chosen field.

Prefer more flexibility? You can stay on the general track and mix electives across disciplines. Just note—if you switch into a specialised track later, some completed courses may not transfer.

With Northeastern's Fast App for performance-based admissions, you can jump into real coursework and let your performance serve as your application to the degree program — even if you don't have any prior technical experience.

What’s in this degree program?

Earn a master of science from top 40 Best Engineering School
32 credit (eight courses) master’s degree from Northeastern University’s top-ranked College of Engineering
Learn to lead in tech - with no previous engineering experience
The MSIS degree offers admission for non-technical learners, addressing the growing need for professionals trained in this industry
Curriculum aligned to your goals
Choose from three specialised tracks—or stay flexible with a general path—to tailor your learning to your interests and career direction
Real-world relevance
You’ll tackle projects and coursework tailored to current industry demands and challenges, applying your academic learning to real-world scenarios
Study at your own pace
Study full time to complete the MSIS in as little as 18 months or build a schedule around your current commitments
Flexible
100% online, so you can access lessons at the time you choose, with optional weekly faculty office hours

2026 年春季学生的申请现已开始!

  • 最后截止日期:2025 年 12 月 8 日
  • 开课时间2026 年 1 月 7 日

近期活动

  • 东部时间 12 月 9 日中午 12 点: 2026 年新生见面会/问答 -在此参加

其他资源

2026 年春季最后截止日期:12 月 8 日

注意:在提交快速申请之前,您需要登录或创建一个 Coursera 帐户


Top 40 Engineering School

Accredited degree offered by the College of Engineering at Northeastern University

16-32 months

8 courses total, 8-10 hours per week per course

$24,000 USD total cost

$3,000 x 8 courses = $24,000, with pay-as-you-go tuition for each course

No application required

Hassle-free pathways for learners with or without technical experience

100% online

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Top 40 Engineering School

Accredited degree offered by the College of Engineering at Northeastern University

16-32 months

8 courses total, 8-10 hours per week per course

Elevate your career as a next-gen tech leader by mastering the intersection of Software Engineering, Business, and IT Management

With the Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) degree from Northeastern University, you'll prepare for an IT leadership role as a high-level problem-solver, designing software solutions that align with business needs and user priorities.

This 100% online program blends software engineering, programming, and business strategy to help you lead IT initiatives and build secure, high-performing systems. You’ll also gain hands-on experience in QA, data management, and agile methods, preparing you for roles such as IT project manager, software engineer, or information security analyst.

To help you align your learning with your goals, the program offers courses in multiple focus areas: Cyber & Information Security, Software Testing & Quality Assurance, and Product Management & DevOps Leadership. These focus areas organise electives around high-demand skill sets and career paths, helping you build deep, relevant expertise in your chosen field.

Prefer more flexibility? You can stay on the general track and mix electives across disciplines. Just note—if you switch into a specialised track later, some completed courses may not transfer.

With Northeastern's Fast App for performance-based admissions, you can jump into real coursework and let your performance serve as your application to the degree program — even if you don't have any prior technical experience.

What’s in this degree program?

Earn a master of science from top 40 Best Engineering School
32 credit (eight courses) master’s degree from Northeastern University’s top-ranked College of Engineering
Learn to lead in tech - with no previous engineering experience
The MSIS degree offers admission for non-technical learners, addressing the growing need for professionals trained in this industry
Curriculum aligned to your goals
Choose from three specialised tracks—or stay flexible with a general path—to tailor your learning to your interests and career direction
Real-world relevance
You’ll tackle projects and coursework tailored to current industry demands and challenges, applying your academic learning to real-world scenarios
Study at your own pace
Study full time to complete the MSIS in as little as 18 months or build a schedule around your current commitments
Flexible
100% online, so you can access lessons at the time you choose, with optional weekly faculty office hours

2026 年春季学生的申请现已开始!

  • 最后截止日期:2025 年 12 月 8 日
  • 开课时间2026 年 1 月 7 日

近期活动

  • 东部时间 12 月 9 日中午 12 点: 2026 年新生见面会/问答 -在此参加

其他资源

No application needed

Northeastern University offers a Fast App performance-based pathway for all learners for the Master of Science in Information Systems. Get admitted based on your performance in approved courses - no application required.

Complete a 2-course for credit pathway, including the INFO 5100: Application Engineering and Development course, as well as your choice of any of the elective courses within the curriculum. Achieve at least a B in both courses and show proof of your bachelor’s degree to be admitted to the degree program.

Watch the College of Engineering Fast App Pathway Video

*Eligibility requirements apply. Each institution determines the successful course completion required to qualify for performance-based admission. Review the admissions process for this degree program for more information. Click on a specific course for details.

利用东北大学的 "现收现付 "学费,在预算内完成学业

  • {每门课程 3,000 美元 。 全套 MSIS 学位的学费为 24,000 美元(与桥梁课程合并则为 28,000 美元)。
  • 现收现付学费{2} 只支付当前课程的费用。 您还可以自由暂停学习,无需支付额外费用。
  • 每年三次付款{2} 学期为 16 周,学费现收现付,作为全日制学生,您每年只需支付三次学费。

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Spring 2026 final deadline: December 8, 2025

Don’t miss your chance to join the intake!

为此学位做准备

这些课程可让您预览相关学位课程计划中的主题、材料和授课教师,以便您确定该主题或大学是否适合您。

常见问题

东北大学工程学院信息系统理学硕士。

是的,与校内课程相同。 课程结束后,您将获得毕业证书。 这是授予信息系统理学硕士的学位,您的毕业证书上不会提及"online" 或"Coursera" 。

The Northeastern University Fast App is a performance-based admissions process which allows you to earn graduate admission by completing real coursework. No need to gather application materials. No need to wait for an admissions decision. Let your performance in your coursework serve as your application into your graduate program.

Spring 2026 final deadline: December 8, 2025

Don’t miss your chance to join the intake!