Master of Science in Information Technology and Management

Dr. Prasad Chetti

Educational Background

• Ph.D., University of Nebraska at Omaha
• M.Tech., IIT Guwahati
• M.Tech., JNTU Hyderabad
• B.Tech., JNTU Hyderabad

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Admission to one graduate program does not guarantee admission to another. Applicants who show potential for graduate study but do not meet the criteria for Full Admission may be admitted for up to 12 hours under provisional status. Students admitted under Provisional Admission will be granted Full Admission upon successful completion of 12 credit hours and fulfillment of the conditions of their admission as determined by the Master’s Degrees Admission Committee.

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Dallas Baptist University is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) to offer the following business degrees: Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Bachelor of Business Studies (B.B.S.), Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), and Master of Arts in Management (M.A.M.).

The Master of Science in Information Technology Management, The Master of Science in Management, The Master of Science in Finance, and The Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management programs have met conditions for eligibility and will be submitted for accreditation by the ACBSP in the next accrediting cycle. The Master of Science in Accounting, The Master of Science in Supply Chain Management, and The Master of Science in Organizational Change and Project Management are new programs that are in the process of meeting the conditions of eligibility for accreditation by the ACBSP.

The Spring 2024 MSITM Impact Report outlines key elements of the Master of Science in Information Technology and Management (MSITM) program, focusing on new concentrations, program excellence, and student achievements.

Key Highlights:

• New Concentrations: Starting in Fall 2024, concentrations include Business Intelligence & Analytics, Digital Transformation, FinTech, Information Security, Cloud Computing, and Artificial Intelligence.

• Student Demographics: The program is highly diverse, with 92% international students, primarily from India (70%), and a nearly equal gender distribution.

• Program Excellence: The average GPA of students is 3.67, with a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 75, reflecting high student satisfaction.

• Industry Partnerships: The program collaborates with 14 industry and professional organizations, ensuring students gain practical skills relevant to real-world business challenges.

• Technical & Soft Skills: Students are equipped with cutting-edge skills in areas such as AI, cloud computing, blockchain, and digital transformation, along with leadership and agile methodologies.

• Professional Development: Students participate in internships with top companies such as JPMorgan Chase, Amazon, and Salesforce, earning an average internship wage of $30/hr and securing high rates of employment post-graduation.

• Student Engagement: Many events are hosted each semester, fostering professional development and networking. Student initiatives include tech talks, bootcamps, and skunkworks projects.

The report showcases the program's commitment to preparing students for a fast-changing technological landscape, with a strong focus on both academic and practical professional development.