YOUR FUTURE AS A LEADER IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

The role of information technology (IT) in today’s business landscape has never been more crucial. Organizations require leaders who can navigate the complexities of information technology systems and articulate the value of technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders. As an IT leader, you’ll have the opportunity to drive change, shape strategy and help organizations achieve their goals.

ONLINE MASTER’S PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR IT LEADERS

USD’s Master of Science in Information Technology Leadership program is designed for those who aspire to hold IT leadership positions in any organization. Graduates will develop a comprehensive understanding of IT fundamentals, enabling them to effectively manage intricate systems and communicate the benefits of IT solutions to non-technical decision-makers.

Through our program, we aim to develop leaders who have earned influence and possess the skills to break down silos and articulate the business value of solutions. Our graduates will be equipped to lead cross-functional teams and evaluate an organization’s mission, resources, and constraints to develop effective IT solutions that drive success.

Dr. Paul Evans, Ph.D., Academic Director

Who Is This Degree For?

The Information Technology Leadership master’s degree is designed for individuals who aspire to advance their careers in the field of IT to become industry leaders. This program is ideal for IT professionals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge to assume more senior leadership roles within their organizations.

This includes individuals holding job titles such as:

• IT Manager
• Project Manager
• DevOps Engineer
• Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
• Information Security Manager
• Network Administrator
• Database Administrator
• Cloud Solutions Architect
• Business Analyst

PREPARED FOR SUCCESS

Graduates of the MS-ITL program will be equipped to evaluate the mission, resources and constraints of an organization to develop, communicate, deploy and maintain effective IT solutions — even if they are not subject matter experts in every technical specialization. This comprehensive approach to IT leadership prepares graduates for a wide range of positions and roles, including Staff Engineer, IT Director, Chief Information Officer (CIO) and more.