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Management of Information Systems

The Master of Public Affairs degree with the Management of Information Systems concentration prepares for careers in organizations across all sectors, including different levels of government and business firms, and leadership in non-profit organizations. This concentration also appeals to those interested in enhancing skills that accompany increased competence in information systems and the managerial/organizational challenges and issues posed by information technology.

Students who complete this emphasis will be prepared to:

  • Describe and apply the core concepts and principles of managing organizational data resources.
  • Use software engineering methods and tools to successfully lead a team in development of an information system.
  • Analyze an organization's security level in regard to networks, information systems, communications and online transactions in order to provide technological solutions and policies to minimize threats and risks to an organization.
  • Manage the projects and changes in organizations resulting from introducing or revising information systems.
  • Communicate effectively, ethically, and professionally in a team environment.

 

MPA Curriculum (2009-2010 Catalog)
Hours
Core Courses
18
PA 501 Public Affairs Concepts and Theory
3
PA 502 Public Affairs Methodology
3
PA 508 Research and Analysis
3
PA 509 Leadership Development and Organizations
3
PA 600 Ethical Foundations of Authority and Responsibility
3
PA 602 Seminar in Public Affairs
3
Management of Information Systems Concentration Courses
15
Theory/Practice Integration Courses
15
IS 603 Computer Network and Telecommunications Systems
3
IS 605 Data Management and Applications Security
3
IS 610 Systems Engineering, Planning and Control
3
IS 620* Computer Security, Risk Management and Control
3
IS 640 Project and Change Management
3
Cross-Sector Courses
3
Total
36

*Successful completion of Computer Network and Telecommunications Systems (IS 603) or Computer Networking (CS 365) is required before enrolling in IS 620.

 

Management of Information Systems Area Coordinator: John DiLeo

Hauptmann School for Public Affairs
911 Main, Suite 900
Kansas City, MO 64105
E-mail: john.dileo@park.edu

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