PhD Programs for Information Systems

An undergraduate degree in information studies allows a young professional to obtain entry-level help desk jobs with corporations and universities. Doctoral degrees in information systems pave the way for careers as system managers and executives. The Bureau of Labor Statistics notes that information system managers earn an average of $109,000 as of May 2008. Students can prepare for careers in information systems at one of the many Ph.D. programs throughout the United States.
  1. New Jersey Institute of Technology

    • The Department of Information Systems at the New Jersey Institute of Technology offers a 78-credit Ph.D. program. Doctoral candidates finish classes in system analysis and enterprise database management ahead of dissertation research. The Collaborative Hypermedia Lab is one of several computer labs open exclusively to graduate students in the department. The Murray Center for Women in Technology encourages female Ph.D. candidates and faculty to conduct advanced research in information systems. Ph.D. students can also join the school's chapter of the Association for Computing Machinery. The Career Development Services Office maintains lists of vacancies and job fairs for graduating students.

      New Jersey Institute of Technology
      154 Summit St.
      Newark, NJ 07102
      973-596-3000
      njit.edu

    University of North Carolina-Greensboro

    • The Bryan School of Business and Economy at University of North Carolina-Greensboro features an 85-credit Ph.D. in Information Systems. The doctoral curriculum covers topics including XML applications, project management and business data systems. The school awards financial awards like the Charles Haynes Graduate Fellowship annually to outstanding students. Graduate students find housing options on campus including the Tower Village Apartments and Hinshaw Hall. The Technology & Integrated Systems Education Council connects local businesses with faculty and students familiar with information systems. Bryan School Career Services assists graduating students with resume building and interview skills.

      University of North Carolina-Greensboro
      1400 Spring Garden St.
      Greensboro, NC 27412
      336-334-5000
      uncg.edu

    Washington State University

    • Washington State University allows Ph.D. students in business to concentrate their studies on information systems. This 49-credit Ph.D. concentration requires courses in business telecommunications and psychometric theory. The School of Business administers a comprehensive exam in the second year that tests competencies in research methods, written communications and core knowledge. Faculty and Ph.D. candidates work with the university's Innovation Assessment Center to advance research in information systems. Graduate students register for on-campus housing at the Family and Graduate Housing Office. The Scott and Linda Carson Center for Professional Development assists doctoral students in searches for information systems employment.

      Washington State University
      PO Box 644750
      Pullman, WA 99164
      509-335-3596
      wsu.edu

    Baylor University

    • The Department of Information Systems at Baylor University hosts a 90-credit Ph.D. in Information Systems. This program includes 15 credits in information system seminars, 12 dissertation credits and a required internship. The Casey Computer Center contains computers with the latest software needed for information systems courses. Ph.D. students pay for their education with the school's Tuition Equalization Grants along with teaching assistantships. Information systems students at all levels share research and plan events through the school's chapter of Epsilon Delta Pi. Baylor University provides graduate student housing at on-campus facilities like Browning Square and The Quadrangle.

      Baylor University
      55 Baylor Ave.
      Waco, TX 76798
      254-710-1444
      baylor.edu

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