BS in Information Science + Master in Information Management

In the accelerated BSIS + MIM program you will learn to design solutions, create systems and lead teams that bring together information, technology and people for good. You will learn the latest analytical, technical, and leadership skills to deliver actionable insights, manage cybersecurity and information risks, oversee information assets, understand ethical considerations, and become information industry leaders. You can choose to focus on Data Science & Analytics, Cybersecurity & Risk Management, or create a custom focus.

Students graduate in three years with both a Bachelor of Science in Information Science degree and a Master of Information Management degree.

The program prepares graduates to be technically savvy, socially skilled, and ethically grounded  information professionals, ready for careers:

• In jobs such as Data Engineer, Data Scientist, Product Manager, Data Consultant, Business Analyst, Information Assurance Manager, Risk Management Consultant, Cybersecurity Specialist
• At top organizations such as Accenture, Adobe, Amazon, Bloomberg, BlueCrossBlueShield, Capital One,  Deloitte, Disney, Google, Honda, IBM, IRS, J.P. Morgan Chase, Library of Congress, Microsoft, Morgan Stanley, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Salesforce, US Department of Defense, Washington Post, and The World Bank.

BSIS + MIM students may choose to focus on a MIM track, but would not do a BSIS specialization (cognate area). The tracks are:

Cybersecurity and Risk Management: You will gain the skills needed to identify vulnerabilities and manage risks to neutralize potential threats to networked systems, data, and users.

Data Science and Analytics: You will gain skills in machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI), building pipelines, using predictive analytics, visualizing data, and using big data infrastructures and tools to implement scalable analytics solutions and create meaningful insights that drive decision making.

Flexible Individual Program Plan: You will be able to tailor your plan of study to align with your specific career goals.

Students admitted into the BSIS + MIM combined program usually* take:

• Emergent Techniques for Software Development instead of an Upper-Level Major Elective
• Management of Information Projects, Programs, and Services instead of INST352 Information User Needs and Assessment**
• Information Management Ecosystems instead of INST335 Organizations, Management, and Teamwork**

*Courses may vary so work with an advisor to develop your program plan.
**Students interested in the BSIS + MIM should not take INST352 or INST335 before applying.

BSIS + MIM students complete both degrees with 9 fewer credits. However, you will pay undergraduate tuition and fees PLUS graduate tuition and fees for each graduate credit (which includes a $50 p/credit INFO College fee).

BSIS + MIM students will receive priority for Undergraduate Course Aide positions. These provide excellent preparation for later graduate teaching assistant positions, some of which may cover tuition.

How it works:

1. Upon application you should have completed:

• MATH115 or higher with a C- or better
• INST126 with a C- or better
• STAT100 with a C- or better
• PSYC100 with a B or better
• INST201 with a B or better
• INST311 with a B or better

Not sure if you qualify?  Contact our advising team.

2. In the Fall semester of your junior year, contact the our advising team. An advisor will meet with you to develop a plan of study.
3. Complete the application.
4. Once approved, you can begin taking the MIM graduate courses in your plan of study along with courses to complete your BSIS.
5. Graduate with your BSIS.
6. Complete your MIM degree courses.
7. Graduate with your MIM degree.

We are the University of Maryland’s College of Information at Shady Grove, your gateway to the information economy and a launchpad for your career in data analytics, human centered cybersecurity, and information risk management. We are located in the Rockville, MD in Montgomery County – a hub for networking, experiential learning, internships, entrepreneurship, and jobs. Our College offers unparalleled opportunities for study, exploration, and employment with easy access to local, national, and international information leaders as well as an active alumni network.

As a vital part of Maryland’s cybersecurity and start-up ecosystems, our close partnerships with corporations, government agencies, not-for-profit organizations, entrepreneurs, and think-tanks bring expertise to our programs while providing hands-on experiences inside and outside of the classroom.

We are a short drive or metro ride from the booming high tech industry of Northern Virginia, the biomedical corridor of Bethesda, MD, the famous information institutions in Washington DC such as the National Archives, and influential Federal and State information and cybersecurity policy agencies such as NIST, the FCC, and the NSA.

The region also offers diverse cultural and recreational resources including museums, festivals, national landmarks, parks, restaurants, shops and professional sports teams.

You will be joining a dynamic and diverse College with 2600+ students from 61 countries. There are ample service opportunities and social activities.

• The annual week-long Info Challenge provides an opportunity for college students to compete in solving real-world problems for social good in the areas of data analytics, cybersecurity, and design – using projects and mentors provided by partner organizations.

• The MIM Student Association (MIMSA) provides industry networking events and social opportunities for members. It organizes events such as:

  • Alumni panels, resume improvement sessions, mock interviews

  • Back-to-school, homecoming, end-of-semester celebrations

• The MIM Mentorship Program connects MIM alumni mentors with current students

• The MIM Speaker Series features talks with Industry professionals

• The Information College Alumni Network promotes and supports the UMD College of Information (INFO), encourages academic and professional prominence, facilitates career development, inspires a spirit of loyalty, and fosters lasting connections that create a beneficial network of INFO graduates from all our degree programs.