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Drexel’s Master of Science in Business Information Technology (MSBIT) from LeBow College of Business and the Nick Howley College of Engineering and Computing's School of Computer and Information Sciences (SCIS) prepares students for work related to applying information technology in organizations. It connects business and information technology perspectives so that students understand information technology in an organizational context. The program is designed for students who have relevant work experience and either a technical or a business background.

Fast Facts

Program Overview

As technology continues to impact almost every industry, companies are increasingly in need of professionals with both business and information technology knowledge who can leverage technology to help solve problems and transform organizations. The MSBIT is an interdisciplinary master’s program offered through Drexel’s and SCIS. You will benefit from a cross-cutting, market-responsive curriculum led by Drexel’s world-class business and technology faculty experts. 

The program is designed for students who have relevant work experience and either a technical or a business background. Courses provide technology and business knowledge with a practical emphasis. To complement required foundations in information technology and management, you can choose electives in such areas as: Agile and AI-Enabled Project Leadership; Emerging Information Technologies in Business; and Design Thinking for Digital Innovations, among . 

Curriculum

Through the MSBIT, you will learn to:

• Design, develop, and evaluate scalable, secure, and user-centered digital platform solutions using full-stack development frameworks that meet organizational and stakeholder requirements.
• Assess cybersecurity risks and implement governance, risk management, and compliance strategies that protect organizational assets and align with legal, ethical, and operational standards.
• Apply artificial intelligence methods and tools to analyze data, automate processes, and support organizational decision-making while considering model performance, limitations, and responsible AI practices.
• Evaluate and align information technology capabilities with business processes and operational objectives to improve efficiency, enable innovation, and support organizational performance.
• Formulate and justify information systems strategies and policies that leverage emerging technologies to achieve competitive advantage and guide long-term organizational transformation.

Please visit Drexel's for the MS in Business Information Technology course requirements and a sample plan of study.

Please note: Drexel will transition to a semester calendar for all undergraduate and graduate programs beginning in August 2027. The course catalog linked above is the semester preview catalog, outlining the academic programs and pathways that will launch with semesters in Fall 2027.

Career Outlook

Business Information Technology, like all disciplines within the computer and information sciences, has a very healthy employment outlook. Read more about this field and the places you can go with this master’s degree here.

Admissions

Requirements

Visit our Graduate Admissions section for admissions requirements and application deadlines.

Finances

Please visit Drexel’s official Graduate Tuition & Fees page. 

Request More Information

For more information, please contact the SCIS graduate recruitment team at cciinfo@drexel.edu. You can also reach us through this form. Our recruitment team is eager to answer your questions and assist you throughout your application process.