Internet Technology

Study mode:Online Study type:Customized Languages: English
Local:$ 14.4 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 14.4 k / Year(s) Deadline: Apr 1, 2024
401–500 place StudyQA ranking:2674 Duration:2 years

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Offered through the Terry College of Business, the University of Georgia's online Master in Internet Technology is uniquely designed to reinforce your IT skillset and complement it with project management experience and leadership clout. Operating at the intersection of business management and IT, our graduates are prepared to lead teams that build technology-based solutions.

Flexible and Convenient

Designed for working professionals, this program is delivered through a hybrid format of scheduled and self-paced coursework that allows you to earn a Masters degree in just two years.

Innovative

We offer an innovative degree that focuses on Internet technology and addresses the gap between business strategy and technical know-how. With this targeted body of knowledge, our graduates are prepared to lead digital initiatives as a business analyst, project manager, or an application developer.

Ahead of the Curve

An industry advisory board shapes our curriculum and award-winning researchers and industry practitioners teach our classes. The result? You learn the latest technologies needed to succeed in a fast-paced industry.

Real-world, Team-based Experience

Obtain leadership skills and project management experience while collaborating on a team-based capstone project for a corporate client. Teams create an internet-based enterprise application to solve a business problem or capitalize on an opportunity.

Accreditations

University of Georgia is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

Terry College of Business is accredited by the Association for the Advancement of Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). Less than 5% of the world's 13,000 business programs have earned AACSB accreditation.

Technology Requirements

  • Computer with current operating system (Windows or Mac). Additional peripherals such as webcam, headphones and printer may be required.
  • High Speed Internet Access.

Smart device technology (smart phone or tablet)

The Master of Internet Technology program is designed for working professionals and is delivered through a hybrid format of scheduled and self-paced coursework. The MIT coursework is completed in 2 years. Each cohort begins in the fall term (August) and continues for 5 semesters.

While the first year focuses solely on coursework, the second year allows students to put their new skills to use and gain real-world experience on a sponsored project.

Course Sequence

Students take 6–7 credit hours per semester as follows:

 

FALL TERM

SPRING TERM

SUMMER TERM

YEAR 1

  • MIST 7500E Digital Business Technology
  • MIST 7510E Database Management
  • MIST 7570E Internet Programming I
  • MIST 7530E Object Oriented Systems Analysis
  • MIST 7520E Project Management
  • MIST 7571E Internet Programming II

YEAR 2

  • MIST 7540E User Experience Strategy
  • MIST 7590E Master of Internet Technology Project I
  • MIST 7550E Digital Transformation Strategy
  • MIST 7591E Master of Internet Technology Project II
 

Prerequisites

Although not required at the time of application, these prerequisites must be met before the start of the above listed coursework:

  • Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution

    While students benefit from having degrees in business, computer science or related areas, this is not a requirement for the program. Many students enroll with undergraduate degrees in liberal arts or other areas not related to business or computing.

  • Introductory course in Java

    The course should include introductory programming concepts and Java syntax. Those who have taken courses in an object-oriented computer programming language and have had the equivalent of at least one year programming experience are exempt from this requirement. Java courses are offered locally or online, including through the UGA Center for Continuing Education.

  1. UGA Graduate School Application – Submit the Graduate School application online.  Application fee: $75 Domestic/$100 International.
  2. Master of Internet Technology Supplemental Application - Submit online with the following documentation
    • Short essay
    • Résumé
    • Information regarding satisfying or waiving the prerequisite introductory course in Java (course completion not required to apply, but must be completed before starting the Master of Internet Technology program).
  3. Test Scores – Send recent official entrance test scores (less than five years old) to the graduate school. UGA institutional code for ETS reporting: 5813 
    1. GRE
    2. International applicants must also submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.
  4. Letters of Recommendation – Submit three letters of recommendation online to the graduate school. Letters should be from individuals who can evaluate the applicant’s scholarly ability and potential for success in a graduate program. Preferably at least two of them are from faculty who have instructed the applicant in a previous program of study. The application will prompt your recommenders to submit their letters electronically.
  5. Official Transcripts – Submit unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended as part of the online application. Send official transcripts after you are offered admission.

Application Deadline

Domestic and International

  • Fall semester: Apply by April 1 for best consideration
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