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Resolution Supporting the Proposal for a Master of Science in Information Systems

Status: Resolutions/Motions Passed

Academic Year(s): 2018-2019

Committee(s): Academic Policy and Planning (CAPP)

The Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) is designed to provide advanced managerial and technology knowledge and skillsets that graduates need to meet the demand for highly skilled information technology and systems (IT/IS) professionals in Hawai鈥檌 and elsewhere. IS professionals will contribute to business, not-for-profit, and government enterprises in Hawai鈥檌, all of which require employees who are innovative, agile, technology-adept, and responsive to today鈥檚 technology- powered economy. The knowledge and skillsets that graduates acquire through the program will in turn provide them enhanced professional job and income opportunities in the Hawai鈥檌 economy.

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resented to the M膩noa Faculty Senate by the Committee on Academic Policy and Planning (CAPP) for a vote of the full Senate on November 14, 2018, a resolution supporting the proposal for a Master of Science in Information Systems.聽 Approved by the M膩noa Faculty Senate on November 14, 2018 with 36 votes in support of approval; 10 votes against; and 4 abstentions.

RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE PROPOSAL FOR A MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS

WHEREAS, information technologies have diffused across industries and throughout society; and

WHEREAS, this has led to an increased demand nationwide and in Hawaii for well-rounded information systems professionals with in-depth knowledge of both business and digital technologies; and

WHEREAS, the curriculum in the program is aligned with the University of Hawaii Innovation Initiative goal to diversify Hawaii鈥檚 economy, as well as with High Performance Mission-Driven System Action Strategy 2 in using instructional technology and innovative course scheduling to reach working students and students on neighboring islands; and

WHEREAS, the Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) is a full-time, one-year, non-thesis, Plan B graduate degree program requiring 30 credits; and

WHEREAS, this program will help students to obtain positions such as business/computer systems analyst, application developer, information security analyst, and information systems manager, as well as providing them with skills that are necessary to advance to positions such as chief information officer and chief technology officer; and

WHEREAS, the MSIS program will build on the strengths of the Shidler College of Business but distinguish itself from the traditional MBA program due to its shorter length, more specific focus, and openness to applicants with undergraduate degrees but no work experience; and

WHEREAS, there are no additional costs for this program; therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED, that the M膩noa Faculty Senate recommends approval of the proposal to establish a Master of Science in Information Systems degree program.

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