General – MS ITM FAQ

What are the qualification criteria to apply for MS ITM?

What are the qualification criteria to apply for MS ITM?

JSOM recognizes 3 or 4 years of bachelor’s degree or its equivalent and considers all majors. If your profile falls under this purview, then you are good to go. Please check the Admission Requirements for more details.

What Vaccination is necessary before coming to USA and Can I take the TB test screening in India?

What Vaccination is necessary before coming to USA and Can I take the TB test screening in India?

Regarding Vaccination & TB Test Please contact health center healthcen@utdallas.edu

Are there any student organizations for MS ITM?

Are there any student organizations for MS ITM?

Yes, there are many student organizations that enhance your school experience.

Am I eligible to apply for MS ITM program since I am not from IT background?

Am I eligible to apply for MS ITM program since I am not from IT background?

Admission to the program does not require a background in IT and there are many students who are now placed in leading IT firms post-graduation. Our program offers a highly diverse curriculum and students can build their profiles in the desired track ranging from Business Intelligence, Project Management, Cyber Security and Enterprise Systems.

Is MS-ITM STEM recognized program?

Is MS-ITM STEM recognized program?

Yes, MS – ITM is a STEM-designated program. As such, international students studying under an F1 visa and graduating from the program are eligible for up-to 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduation.

Are there any campus tours available where I can learn more about the program as well as the school?

Are there any campus tours available where I can learn more about the program as well as the school?

UTD encourages campus tours. The details can be found at UT Dallas Campus Tours

Is there any cut off for IELTS/TOEFL/Gmat/Gre score?

Is there any cut off for IELTS/TOEFL/Gmat/Gre score?

There is no cut off for IELTS/TOEFL/Gmat/Gre score. However, the current average cohort can be found on MS ITM Class Profile.

How can I connect with the current MS ITM students?

How can I connect with the current MS ITM students?

There are students in the MS in Information Technology & Management program who are available as mentors. If you are interested in connecting with one, please complete the brief Connect with an MS ITM Student form, and you will be contacted soon with further instructions.

Are there any pre -requisite courses that are needed to be done?

Are there any pre -requisite courses that are needed to be done?

There are no prerequisite courses that are needed to be done before joining MS ITM program.

I have questions about the program in general, who should I contact?

I have questions about the program in general, who should I contact?

If you have questions regarding our admission process or a particular academic program that is not answered by our FAQ or Apply pages, please complete the Ask a Question form to receive a response in two to three business days.

Can I get to know some of your elite professors and their excellent research works?

Can I get to know some of your elite professors and their excellent research works?

Please refer to our ITM faculty page.

Can I switch from other programs to MS ITM or from MS ITM to other programs which are offered in JSOM?

Can I switch from other programs to MS ITM or from MS ITM to other programs which are offered in JSOM?

Please find the associated details on Graduate Degree Program Policies and Procedures, under the ‘Change of Programs’ section.

What are the courses offered in MS ITM?

What are the courses offered in MS ITM?

The courses offered for master’s students in ITM are the basic business courses, IT foundation courses, IT elective courses, and free electives. The business core courses are designed to provide students with the context to better appreciate and understand the complex issues that occur at the interface between IT and business. The IT foundation courses […]

I want to know if a student is eligible to complete the credit hours in one year to complete the degree course as I don’t want to take too much time off from my work?

I want to know if a student is eligible to complete the credit hours in one year to complete the degree course as I don’t want to take too much time off from my work?

The master’s program requires a minimum of 36 semester credit hours. Typically a master’s program is for two years. However, students can complete a master’s degree in 1.5 years.

How many credit hours do I need to take for MS in ITM?

How many credit hours do I need to take for MS in ITM?

The Master of Science in Information Technology and Management requires a minimum of 36 semester credit hours, consisting of basic business courses, IT foundation courses, IT elective courses, and free electives.

What are the qualification criteria for MS in ITM?

What are the qualification criteria for MS in ITM?

Students must maintain a 3.0 grade-point average in both core courses and aggregate courses to qualify for the M.S. degree.

I am very much interested in doing masters in Information Technology and Management but I am not able to figure out the duration of the program as well as the entire fees that the program would cost me?

I am very much interested in doing masters in Information Technology and Management but I am not able to figure out the duration of the program as well as the entire fees that the program would cost me?

Our MS programs are typically of 2 years in which you need to take 36 semester credit hours. Most of the courses are of 3 credits which implies that you need to take at least 12 courses. Please visit the Bursar’s Office for the current fee structure of our university. The fee is different for […]

How many hours can be transferred into the program?

How many hours can be transferred into the program?

Upon approval, up to 9 hours of graduate level course work from other universities may be transferred into the MS in Information Technology Management program. You must have obtained a grade of B or better and the course cannot have been taken more than 6 years old. You can apply for transfer of credits after […]

Are there any other limitations on waiving courses because of taking similar courses from other institutions?

Are there any other limitations on waiving courses because of taking similar courses from other institutions?

Waivers of program requirements may be granted in recognition of previous course work completed with a grade of B or better within the past six years. Waivers are approved by the appropriate program director through a process that allows a student to skip a core course and take the next higher level course in the […]

Can courses be taken at other institutions after enrolling in a School of Management graduate program?

Can courses be taken at other institutions after enrolling in a School of Management graduate program?

Students officially admitted to a School of Management graduate program must obtain prior approval before taking any courses at another university. The resultant transfer hours may be denied if prior approval is not obtained. See the School of Management Advising Office for details on applying for pre-approvals.

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