Management (M.A.S.)/Computer Science (M.S.)

Illinois Tech’s Master of Management/Master of Science in Computer Science dual-degree program is designed for graduate students who want to open career pathways into management and executive positions in the evolving technology and business landscape.  

This dual-degree program will provide you with the foundation in business and computer science to advance your career in key management-level information technology, research, and development roles at companies ranging from startups to large corporations, as well as in the consulting, governmental, and nonprofit sectors.

M.S. in Computer Science
Flexibility is built into our program, so you can tailor your education to meet your professional goals whether or not you have an undergraduate degree in computer science.

• The M.S. in Computer Science provides excellent preparation for pursuing a Ph.D. or other advanced degree, including an option to complete a master’s thesis.
• If you want to build your career as a computer science professional, this program also offers options to conduct a master’s project or to complete a coursework-only curriculum.

Master of Management
Our program focuses on developing broad-based business skills—innovation, leadership, finance, operations, decision making, and marketing—that prepare you for positions with management and leadership responsibilities that can accelerate your career advancement in any industry or organization.

Enrolling in this dual-degree program reduces the total number of credits required by nine credit hours (three courses), compared to enrolling in the Master of Management and M.S. in Computer Science programs separately.

STEM-Designated Program

The M.S. in Computer Science degree is STEM-designated, and international graduates of the program are eligible to apply for an extension for Optional Practical Training.

Learn more about each program:

Master of Management

M.S. in Computer Science

Program Overview

The Master of Management/Master of Science in Computer Science dual-degree program provides students with the essential knowledge and skill sets for a wide range of careers—particularly those with management responsibilities—in computing-related research, development, and systems operation at tech-focused businesses and organizations. The program is also excellent preparation for pursuing doctoral or other advanced studies in computer science.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Master of Management/Master of Science in Computer Science dual degree are well-prepared for research and development positions and for management roles that plan, implement, and maintain the computing and information technology needs of a business or organization. For professionals with experience, opportunities may include advancement into executive positions, such as chief information officer or chief technology officer.

These are fast-growing career areas. For example, the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics reports median annual wages in 2022 and projected job growth from 2022–32 for the following occupational categories:

• Computer and information systems managers—$164,070 median wage, with job growth of 15 percent
• Database architect—$134,870 median wage, with job growth of 9 percent
• Computer and information research scientist—$136,620 median wage, with job growth of 23 percent

Other job titles graduates might pursue include:

• Network and computer systems administrator
• Application development director
• Computing services director
• Information systems director
• Management information systems director
• Data systems or security systems designer
• Database or operations manager or administrator

Many of our M.S. in Computer Science graduates have gone on to pursue Ph.D. programs at Illinois Tech and other leading institutions, such as Northwestern University, Columbia University, and Boston University.

Scholarships and Funding

Master of Management

• Domestic students pursuing the Master of Management degree are eligible to apply for the Chicago Talent Pipeline Scholarship, which in academic year 2024–25 awards up to $14,000 per degree
• International students pursuing the Master of Management degree are eligible to apply for the Stuart School of Business Dean’s Scholarship, which in academic year 2024–25 awards up to $14,000 for the full two-year program
• Learn more about Stuart School of Business scholarships