COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Science in Management Information Systems program at Auburn University at Montgomery is a STEM-designated graduate program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead digital transformation in organizations by integrating information technology expertise with strategic business management. The program offers two concentrations: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), allowing students to specialize in high-demand areas of technology and business. The AI concentration focuses on harnessing cutting-edge tools such as machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, and large language models to support data-driven decision-making, optimize business operations, and drive organizational innovation. Key courses include Machine Intelligence Environment (INAI5020), AI in Business Operations (INAI5100), AI Automation (INAI6000), Large Language Models (INAI6500), AI Strategy and Leadership (INAI6520), AI in Investment Management (INAI6530), and the AI Capstone (INAI6986), providing students with both technical depth and applied experience. The ERP concentration, aligned with the SAP University Alliance, prepares students to manage enterprise systems, streamline organizational processes, and earn SAP recognition, with courses including ERP Business Process Management (QMTD3100), Enterprise Process Integration with SAP (INFO6810), and Operations Management across the Value Chain (QMTD3300). The program also includes a strong foundation in information systems, programming, database management, cybersecurity, software development, and data analytics, with courses such as Java Programming (INFO2010, INFO3010), C++ and Object-Oriented Programming (INFO2200, INFO3210), Database Systems (INFO3560, INFO6073), Data Analytics for Competitive Advantage (INFO5880), and Network and Security Management (INFO6400, INFO6410, INFO6420). Students may apply their knowledge through internships, independent studies, and capstone projects (INFO4920, INFO4924, INFO6980), ensuring practical experience alongside theoretical learning. Graduates of the MSMIS program are prepared to lead technology-driven initiatives, align IT with business strategy, and contribute to innovation in organizations across sectors, taking on roles such as AI project managers, ERP specialists, business analysts, and IT strategists. By combining advanced technical training, business insight, and industry-recognized credentials, the program produces graduates capable of shaping the future of digital business operations and enterprise technology.