Technology Management (TECH MGMT MS)
33 Credits
MASTER OF SCIENCE • 33 CREDITS • TECH MGMT MS
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The objective of the Master of Science in Technology Management is to offer a high quality, interdisciplinary technical and business graduate curriculum in technology management for today’s organizations. This program is designed to prepare graduates for a life-long career addressing critical leadership roles in private, public or government organizations. The MS in Technology Management combines a set of business and technical competencies to give Davenport University graduates the competitive advantages needed to lead information technology departments in the global economy.
TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
All students admitted into the Davenport University Master of Science in Technology Management are expected to have the necessary undergraduate preparation, as outlined in the Admissions Requirements, prior to entering the 600-level courses. Students who have not successfully completed equivalent undergraduate courses will be required to complete the following graduate (500-level) foundational courses or the undergraduate level equivalent courses. A grade of “B” or better must be earned in each course to show proficiency.
Graduate Level Foundational Courses:
- IAAS581 Information Security and Assurance
- STAT500 Statistics for Business
CURRICULUM
Students will apply leadership tactics, basic observational methods and logical reasoning to demonstrate best practices in problem solving with foundational knowledge in the following areas: industry regulations, network technologies, product and project management, risk mitigation, business continuity, information technology, disaster recovery, total quality management, budgeting and return on investment by using appropriate tools, methods and applications. Students will also choose electives based on their career focus and complete a thesis under the direct guidance of a faculty member.
The elective courses will provide an introduction to the different technical and administrative aspects of Technology Management. Topics will include: wireless networks, accounting information systems, banking and financial security, as well as leadership and change management strategies.
MASTER'S THESIS
A thesis paper forms the Capstone of this Master of Science in Technology Management program. The Capstone is a comprehensive research paper encompassing the learning from the students’ coursework in the program. Prior to enrolling in the CAPS798 Technology Management Thesis course, students must have both an approved Capstone Intent Form and an approved Research Proposal on file with the Program Director.
The final thesis paper is to be completed under the guidance of your faculty advisor and/or university designated faculty member during the CAPS798 course. More details on the master’s thesis and capstone process may be found in the Capstone Guidebook available from your faculty advisor.
NOTE: PMP®, PgMP®, CAPM®, PMI-SP®, PMI-RMP®, and PMI-ACP® are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.
Which class should I take? When should I take it?
See our Recommended Program Sequences:
Core Courses |
24 Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CISP600 | This course reviews the major content areas of information systems management that will be examined at various organizational levels of MS Technology Management. The major content areas (IT domains) to be covered include information technology management, networking, Web, database, programming and systems development. Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared to analyze, define, and research the unique management considerations of each domain within various organization levels. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| FINC610 | This course applies finance concepts to evaluate and manage budgets in financial decision making in the global environment. The course will include a foundational knowledge of accounting principles such as budget development and execution, program initiation, cost and revenue estimation, budget strategy and evaluation. Students will prepare a plan to obtain funding and manage a project or department budget. Basic financial concepts are covered such as capital budgeting, working capital management, risk and return measurement, cost classification, debt and equity financing and cash flow analysis. Students should be familiar with Microsoft Excel. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| GPMT630 | This course covers the fundamental concepts and applied techniques for cost effective management of both long-term programs and short-term projects. The content deals with planning, scheduling, organizing, and controlling projects using agile methodology for software development. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| IAAS600 | This course is a comprehensive study of the techniques used to protect information infrastructure and assets, with a primary focus on the Defense In Depth model that emphasizes the role of people, process and technology. Topics include security problems in computing, networks and distributed systems, and the criticality of the CIA triad; confidentiality, integrity and availability of technology-based resources. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): Required undergraduate or 500+ level prerequisite courses | |
| IAAS667 | This course provides students with real-world ethical issues facing public and private institutions involving privacy, data integrity, authentication, and internal malicious activity. Professional decision-making requires a thorough understanding and respect for intellectual property, corporate governance, and legal restrictions and regulations. This class will give students the framework to make legal, ethical decisions in their careers. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): IAAS600 | |
| STAT615 | This course explores applications for the practitioner in industry. Included are data descriptions, measures of central tendency and variability, probability, tests of hypotheses, regression analysis and analysis of categorical data. Selection of research problems, analysis of literature, individual investigations, preparing reports, and proposal writing are detailed. The course will also survey decision making and making recommendations using qualitative and quantitative data. Students will also discover threats to internal and external validity for quantitative research. Minitab will be used throughout the course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): Completion of an undergraduate course in introductory statistics (STAT220) course or STAT500 | |
| TMGT685 | Upon completion of this course students will be prepared to incorporate the strategies and processes of different leadership models and organizational change into their personal leadership plan. Students will explore the leader’s role during technological changes and best approaches to lead and manage these changes within the organization. The course will survey how transformational leadership can be applied to foster innovation, technological change, examine the relationships between developing enterprise level, innovative strategies and performing in the role of a transformational CIO leader. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| TMGT788 | This course on statistics explores applications for the practitioner in industry. Included are data descriptions, measures of central tendency and variability, probability, tests of hypotheses, regression analysis and analysis of categorical data. Selection of research problems, analysis of literature, individual investigations, preparing reports, and proposal writing are detailed. Note: This class is preparatory to beginning the Technology Management Thesis and should be completed, at minimum, the semester prior to registration for CAPS798. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): STAT615 |
Elective Courses - Select two (2) of the following: |
6 Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| GPMT699 | This course prepares students for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam developed and conducted by the Project Management Institute (PMI). This PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam Prep course provides a focused review of subject matter for the current exam and includes PMI-developed course content. Note: Successful completion of this preparatory course does not guarantee passing the exam. In addition, to sit for certification exams, students must meet educational and work experience requirements. Please refer to www.pmi.org for specific exam requirements. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): GPMT287 or equivalent experience. NOTE: PMP®, Project Management Professional (PMP)®, PMBOK® and PMI® are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc. | |
| TMGT655 | This course surveys the technical and managerial challenges of leading innovation in high-tech enterprises and industries. Particular consideration is given to the forces affecting the nature and rate of technological innovation and the managerial alternatives available to both established and entrepreneurial organizations. The course explores sources of innovation, including acquisitions and alliances, real options thinking for investing under uncertainty, managing new ventures and developing effective processes and organizational structures for driving sustainable results. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): CISP600 | |
| TMGT750 | This course explores the thinking processes CIO’s use when solving IT problems, making decisions, formulating IT strategies, and executing IT strategic plan. This course will survey CIO’s best practices and current industry standards. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): TMGT655 and TMGT685 |
Capstone |
3 Credits | |
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| CAPS798 | A thesis project forms the capstone of this Master of Science program. In order to register, a student must complete all course requirements for this degree and submit an acceptable proposal to the technology management faculty for approval via a capstone intent form. Note: A grade of B or better must be earned to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): TMGT788, last semester; Technology Core Courses and Management and Leadership Core Courses completed. |