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Top 40 Engineering School

Accredited engineering degree offered by the College of Engineering at Northeastern University. Source

No application required

Hassle-free pathways for learners with or without conventional technical experience.

$3,000 USD per course

(4 credits at $750/credit) - Pay-as-you-go tuition lets you manage the costs, course by course.

100% online

Lecture videos, interactive practical projects, and connection with instructors and peers.

MSIS program overview

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 enter into an IT leadership career as a high level problem-solver, adept at architecting software solutions that align with the complex business landscape and cater to the human-centric needs of your users.

This 100% online degree program combines software engineering, programming, and business principles so you can become a leader in information technology, constructing secure, high-performing systems that address global challenges. Additionally, you'll gain a strong working knowledge of quality assurance, data management, agile methodologies, and marketing assessment to be ready to step into a diverse range of tech leadership roles, including IT project manager, systems administrator, software engineer, information security analyst, and more.

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
Flexible.
100% online, so you can access lessons at the time you choose, with optional weekly faculty office hours
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.
100% job placement in desired fields.
Diverse skill sets learned in this program and strong Northeastern employer connections lead to strong career outcomes for our graduates.
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
Real-world relevance.
You’ll tackle projects and coursework tailored to current industry demands and challenges, applying your academic learning to real-world scenarios

Admissions information

Upcoming Deadlines:

Summer 2025 Priority Application Deadline: March 28, 2025

10% New Student Scholarship Deadline: March 28, 2025

Enroll for your course(s) and pay the $399 initial deposit by March 28, 2025 to receive the 10% New Student Scholarship applied to your first term start.

Summer 2025 Start of Classes: May 5, 2025

Upcoming Events

Stay tuned

Resources

Listen to the online MSIS program overview here

Already submitted your Fast App?

Access your personalized link to enroll here!

Already submitted your course enrollment form?

Congratulations—you're officially a Northeastern student! Be on the lookout for important messages from your success manager on next steps.

Get started today


Top 40 Engineering School

Accredited engineering degree offered by the College of Engineering at Northeastern University. Source

No application required

Hassle-free pathways for learners with or without conventional technical experience.

$3,000 USD per course

(4 credits at $750/credit) - Pay-as-you-go tuition lets you manage the costs, course by course.

100% online

Lecture videos, interactive practical projects, and connection with instructors and peers.

MSIS program overview

Top 40 Engineering School

Accredited engineering degree offered by the College of Engineering at Northeastern University. Source

No application required

Hassle-free pathways for learners with or without conventional technical experience.

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 enter into an IT leadership career as a high level problem-solver, adept at architecting software solutions that align with the complex business landscape and cater to the human-centric needs of your users.

This 100% online degree program combines software engineering, programming, and business principles so you can become a leader in information technology, constructing secure, high-performing systems that address global challenges. Additionally, you'll gain a strong working knowledge of quality assurance, data management, agile methodologies, and marketing assessment to be ready to step into a diverse range of tech leadership roles, including IT project manager, systems administrator, software engineer, information security analyst, and more.

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
Flexible.
100% online, so you can access lessons at the time you choose, with optional weekly faculty office hours
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.
100% job placement in desired fields.
Diverse skill sets learned in this program and strong Northeastern employer connections lead to strong career outcomes for our graduates.
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
Real-world relevance.
You’ll tackle projects and coursework tailored to current industry demands and challenges, applying your academic learning to real-world scenarios

Admissions information

Upcoming Deadlines:

Summer 2025 Priority Application Deadline: March 28, 2025

10% New Student Scholarship Deadline: March 28, 2025

Enroll for your course(s) and pay the $399 initial deposit by March 28, 2025 to receive the 10% New Student Scholarship applied to your first term start.

Summer 2025 Start of Classes: May 5, 2025

Upcoming Events

Stay tuned

Resources

Listen to the online MSIS program overview here

Already submitted your Fast App?

Access your personalized link to enroll here!

Already submitted your course enrollment form?

Congratulations—you're officially a Northeastern student! Be on the lookout for important messages from your success manager on next steps.

Performance-based admissions (PBA)

With the Fast App performance-based admissions pathway, you'll complete two initial PBA courses* as your application into the degree program. Get a B or better in both courses, and show proof of your bachelor’s degree** by the time you complete the courses, and you’ll continue into the full degree program the next term. Submit your Fast App and get started on your PBA pathway courses today!

Watch the College of Engineering Fast App Pathway Video

Fit earning your degree into your budget with Northeastern’s pay-as-you-go tuition

  • $3,000 USD per course The Online MSIS degree costs $24,000 (8 credits)
  • Pay-as-you-go tuition Only pay for your current courses. You’re also free to pause your studies without any additional charge.
  • Three payments per year With 16-week semesters and pay-as-you-go tuition, you’ll pay three times per year as a full-time student.

Advance your career in Business

  • Gain leadership skills as you learn to improve existing processes and learn to develop and implement a vision for your future career.
  • Courses are grouped into specializations, structured so that you learn skills in combinations that mirror how you’ll actually use them on the job.
  • Graduates of the iMBA program become one of over 800,000 global alumni in the Illinois network.

Advance your career

25% average salary growth

At a time when a 2 percent raise is often the norm, Gies iMBA graduates report an average raise of 25 percent during and immediately after their program, showcasing an instant and significant return on investment that stands out.(2023 survey)

65% received a promotion or job offer

Many business schools track job placement post-graduation. At Gies, since most iMBA students already hold jobs, we instead find out how many received a promotion or took a new job. 65% of iMBA graduates report starting a better job upon finishing, showcasing the immediate ROI of a Gies iMBA degree.(2023 survey)

Positive recruiter outlook

Nine out of ten corporate recruiters expect the demand for business school graduates to remain high or increase in the next five years. (GMAC)

Qualify for in-demand jobs

  • Chief Executive

  • General Manager

  • Financial Manager

  • Management Analyst

Top employing corporations for professionals with business degrees are expected to grow by as much as 17% by 2031 in the U.S., according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Frequently asked questions

Northeastern University, College of Engineering, Master of Science in Information Systems.

Yes, it’s the same as the on-campus program. Upon program completion, you will receive your diploma. It is a degree conferred for a Master of Science in Information Systems, and your diploma won’t mention "online" or "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.