Information Management, MS
for the degree of Master of Science in Information Management (on campus & online)
Information Management, MS online is not currently accepting applications; suspension of admissions effective Spring 2022 through Spring 2022
The Master of Science (MS) in Information Management prepares students for professional roles in the design and management of information systems and services in organizations in a range of sectors. Areas of specialization include data science and analytics; knowledge management and information consulting.
Please visit our MS in Information Management page for program and specific admissions information.
On-campus or Online
Two scheduling options are available to students pursuing the M.S. in Information Management. The on-campus option serves students who are in residence at Urbana-Champaign, as well as part-time, commuting students. The online scheduling option is an online education option that uses the Internet and other information technologies for delivery.
Admission
The general admission requirements of the Graduate College apply. In addition to the Graduate College requirements, visit our page MSIM admission requirements for program specific information.
for the degree of Master of Science in Information Management (on campus & online)
Information Management, MS online is not currently accepting applications; suspension of admissions effective Spring 2022 through Spring 2022
For additional details and requirements, refer to the unit's Graduate Programs of Study and the Graduate College Handbook.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IS 504 | Sociotechnical Information Systems | 4 |
| IS 507 | Data, Statistical Models and Information | 4 |
| One of the following two courses: | 4 | |
| Information Modeling | ||
| Database Design and Prototyping | ||
| Elective courses (subject to Other Requirements and Conditions below) | 28 | |
| Research/Independent Study (optional) | max 4 | |
| Guided Research Experience | ||
| Independent Study | ||
| Total Hours | 40 | |
Other Requirements may overlap
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Minimum Hours Required within the Unit | 28 |
| Minimum 500-level Hours Required Overall | 12 |
| Maximum Guided Research/Independent Study | 4 |
| Competency in at least one programming language | |
| Minimum GPA: | 2.75 |
for the degree of Master of Science in Information Management (on campus & online)
Upon completion of the MSIM program, students will be able to:
- Manage information using best practices in management and policy; knowledge representation; human-centered design and systems; and data analytics.
- Define and successfully address a tractable research question or real world problem in information management using the appropriate scientific and/or research methods.
- Accurately convey the implications of analytical results (in both oral and written modalities) to diverse stakeholders.
- Articulate and critique the range of values and of ethical standpoints within which complex sociotechnical design occurs.
- Apply best practices for providing value, leadership, and team building.
- Stay up-to-date by learning how to read, analyze, discuss, synthesize, and critique advances reported in the research literature.
for the degree of Master of Science in Information Management (on campus & online)
Graduate Degree Programs in the School of Information Science
Information Management, MS (on campus & online)
Library & Information Science, MS (on campus & online)
Bioinformatics: Information Sciences, MS
- Writing Studies - optional concentration
Joint Degree Programs
Library & Information Science, MS and African Studies, MA
Library & Information Science, MS and History, MA
Library & Information Science, MS and Law, JD
Library & Information Science, MS and Russian, East European, & Eurasian Studies, MA
Certificate and Licensure Programs
Library & Information Science, CAS (on campus & online)
- Available in conjunction with the MS in LIS and Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) in LIS
For more information on our graduate programs, visit Graduate Programs page.
for the degree of Master of Science in Information Management (on campus & online)
School of Information Sciences
Webpage: School of Information Sciences
501 East Daniel Street, Champaign, IL 61820-6211
(217) 244-3432, (800) 982-0914 (within the US)
Program and Admission Information
Overview of MSIM Admissions & Requirements
Graduate College Admissions & Requirements