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Business Administration/ Information Systems, Dual MBA/MS

College of Business Graduate Office

Phone: 313-593-4776
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Combine Business Management With IT Skills

Students in labOur unique dual degree program at the University of Michigan-Dearborn will equip you with comprehensive business management skills and specialized training in managing IT projects. The dual MBA/MS Information Systems program allows you to pursue both degrees simultaneously, preparing you to become a leader in information technology.

We offer classes on campus in the evening, and many are available online. Many of our students enroll part time, and they typically complete the program within three years.

Want to jump start your degrees? If you’re a current UM-Dearborn undergraduate student and you’ve been admitted to the master’s program, you can take up to six graduate credits during your final undergraduate semester.

Where a Dual MBA/MS in Information Systems Will Take You

Your dual degrees will make you a double threat on the job market, while opening doors to a wide variety of career opportunities. You’ll be prepared to manage IT projects, IT strategies, and more for businesses, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and academic institutions. Our career support services, global alumni network, and expansive networking opportunities can help you land your dream job.

Career and Salary Outlook

The information in this table is meant to give you an idea of career opportunities with this degree. All information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and is meant to be averages across the United States in 2022. Please note that these figures reflect overall averages and may not represent entry-level salaries.

$95,360 Median Salary

Network and Computer Systems Administrators

Employment of network and computer systems administrators is projected to grow 2 percent from 2022 to 2032, about as fast as the average for all occupations.

About 19,800 openings for network and computer systems administrators are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$103,800 Median Salary

Computer Systems Analysts

Employment of computer systems analysts is projected to grow 10 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 37,600 openings for computer systems analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$117,450 Median Salary

Database Administrators and Architects

Overall employment of database administrators and architects is projected to grow 8 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 10,200 openings for database administrators and architects are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$120,360 Median Salary

Information Security Analysts

Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 32 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 16,800 openings for information security analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$169,510 Median Salary

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Employment of computer and information systems managers is projected to grow 15 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 46,900 openings for computer and information systems managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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Application Deadlines

Domestic applicants:

Fall term:  August 1
Winter term:  December 1
Summer term:  April 1 (part-time students only)

International applicants:

Fall term:  May 1
Winter term:  September 1
(International not eligible for summer admission)

Admission is rolling. It is advised to submit all documents by the advisory deadline to ensure consideration for your preferred term, but applications and materials will be accepted until the posted "Last Day to Submit".

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