Master of Science in Information Technology Degree

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Master of Science in Information Technology Degree

Quick Facts

Duration: 12 to 24 months, on average

Starts: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Class schedule: Weeknight classes available

Formats: On campus, online, hybrid*

On-campus location: Thousand Oaks

*Note: Only general MSIT courses are available online. If you pursue a specialty track, you will take your elective courses at our Thousand Oaks campus.

IT management is more than maintaining technical systems — professionals in this area handle huge amounts of data that are vital to every modern business. The Cal Lutheran Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) emphasizes these important roles, giving you a solid foundation in tech maintenance and data management, along with a strong focus on leadership skills.

As a graduate of the master’s in information technology program, you’ll be able to meet the immediate technological demands of your organization and serve as a guide for sustainable change. You’ll also be ready to protect the systems you create from cyber threats. See the MSIT curriculum.

MSIT Program Features

Evening, online and hybrid classes that fit into your busy life and move at a pace that works for you
Small class sizes where faculty know your name and guide your learning through meaningful collaboration
Career-building skills you can apply immediately to benefit your organization

In this program, you will:

Immerse yourself in professional IT by working with the same tools and frameworks used by top tech teams
Prepare for leadership roles with a curriculum strategically designed for IT professionals ready to advance in their organizations
Connect with technology leaders and learn from faculty who bring C-suite experience to every class

Careers With a Master’s in Information Technology

The Cal Lutheran MSIT program is an excellent fit for IT professionals who want to level up in their careers and learn cutting-edge skills. It is also ideal for business professionals who want to make smarter, tech-driven decisions and lead teams more effectively. The average yearly salary for a graduate with a Master of Science in Information Technology degree is $97,000, according to Payscale.

Here’s a look at some of the positions and titles held by our students and alumni:

Project manager
Data analyst
Data scientist
IT manager
Chief information officer
Cyber risk business analyst
Head of IT operations
Web developer
Principal information systems architect
Senior security engineer
Vice president, database analyst
Senior network engineer
Senior software engineer
Software development manager
Chief software architect

“The MSIT program prepared and equipped me for a position at a large endpoint security company. I use the skills I learned in digital forensics, ethical hacking and cloud security on a daily basis in the workplace.”

Grant Bagne, MSIT alum

Customization Options: Specialty Tracks

You can work toward a general Master of Science in Information Technology or choose a specialty track:

If you’re currently an undergraduate at Cal Lutheran, find out how you can take MSIT courses during your senior year.

Ready to learn more? Download our brochure, and explore our curriculum page, admissions page and FAQ page.

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