Master of Science in Information Management (MSIM)

Find Your Niche

Exemplary Placement Ratios
90% of MSIM students secure
a first destination upon graduation.

Customize Your Curriculum

Flexible
Tailor your degree with
professional pathway options.

Explore a Growing Job Market

Career Opportunities
Access to career services
and internship opportunities.

Offered on campus only, the MS in Information Management prepares leaders in the field who develop services and systems to meet human information needs in a range of employment settings. The degree is designed to meet the demand for well-prepared information professionals who are skilled in using, managing, and analyzing information.

Choose Your Pathway

With only three required courses—and a programming course, if needed—the curriculum is very flexible and can be customized based on career interests. You have the opportunity to choose from two professional pathways at the intersection of people, information, and technology:

Data science and analytics

Knowledge management and information consulting

Students work with professors and advisors to identify strengths and build the skills required to meet the needs of employers in that field. The MSIM helps you identify your dream job and then positions you for a successful career.

What are the requirements for admission?

The MSIM program is flexible, and our application requirements are as well.
While a bachelor's degree is required, your degree can be in any discipline.
The MSIM degree program is now test-optional for the standardized test requirements (i.e., GRE and GMAT). If you feel that your test scores reflect your potential and promise in graduate school, you can submit your scores for admission consideration.

How do I apply?

For Fall 2024 admission, applications are due by January 15, 2024.
At this time, applications are only being accepted for the MSIM on-campus program.
Visit the Graduate College's application page, review the information, and select the "Apply Now" button.

Where do students from this program get jobs?

Capital One
PayPal
Caterpillar
Amazon
Uber Technologies

Hear from others

Zoe Kaler, MSIM '18
Product Designer, Zartico

"The iSchool is aware of the rapidly changing technology landscape and prepares students accordingly. I was exposed to so many technologies as an MSIM student, and once I entered the tech world, I was ready to adapt when necessary."

Niharika Gurjar, MSIM '22
Business Technology Solutions Associate, ZS Associates

“I chose the iSchool because of its wide range of courses and flexible curriculum. The School offers courses that strike a perfect balance between technical and managerial subjects.”

Yi Chook
MSIM Student

“I want to use data to tell a story and develop strategic plans. I realized I needed a deeper analytical and technical background to implement any solutions using information drawn from data. That is why I chose this program. I can customize the curriculum to match my career interest.”

Aradhya Seth, MSIM ’23
Data Analyst, Evernorth Health Services

“During an internship with an e-commerce firm in Croatia, I discovered my interest in the data analytics field. To get more expertise, I decided to join iSchool as it offered an excellent blend of knowledge management and data analysis whilst also providing an amazing opportunity to choose the subjects of my interest with a flexible curriculum.”

Jingrui He
Professor and MSIM Program Director

“Our MSIM program is designed to train the next generation of information professionals with advanced and diverse skill sets. Through our flexible curriculum, these students will not only be exposed to state-of-the-art technology (e.g., AI, machine learning, information consulting) but also gain a deep understanding of the organizational and social challenges around such technology.”

Kameron Wells, MSIM '18
Data Engineer, Baseball Systems, Boston Red Sox

"The iSchool not only allowed me to learn and grow as a data professional but also let me steer my education towards whom I wanted to be. I remember one class, in particular, that gave the opportunity to choose our own datasets, so naturally I chose baseball. This provided me with real-world examples of working in baseball, which I could use as a talking point when applying to jobs in the industry."