**The DSIT program is pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).**
For the DSIT Curriculum and Typical Projected Course Schedule, please see the School of Computing website here:
Doctor Of Science In Information Technology (DSIT)
Dean of the School of Computing: Dr. Alex Koohang
Associate Dean of the School of Computer: Dr. Kevin S. Floyd
Chair of the Department: Dr. Johnathan Yerby
Graduate Program Coordinator, Information Technology: Dr. Neil Rigole
(478) 471-2801, office
(478) 757-2622, FAX
(800) 272-7619, toll-free
Email: neil.rigole@mga.edu
Department of Information Technology
Middle Georgia State University
100 University Parkway
Macon, Georgia 31206
Department of Information Technology Mission
The mission of the Department of Information Technology (IT) is to educate students in information technology in ways that lead to fulfilling careers and enhance the economic vitality of Central Georgia. The Department prepares its graduates to solve problems and apply new technologies within an increasingly interconnected and changing global environment. The Department pursues this mission as an educational leader in teaching excellence, scholarship, professional service, and community outreach.
Doctor of Science in Information Technology Program Mission
The Doctor of Science in Information Technology is a unique collegiate program in the Middle Georgia region that fulfills MGA's mission to provide "high quality programs connected to community needs." It will also help establish MGA as a leader for the "economic" life of central Georgia.
The program aligns with and is complementary to Middle Georgia State College's ABET accredited Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and the Master of Science in Information Technology housed in the Department of Information Technology. This program is uniquely positioned in Central Georgia to address the mission and to meet the needs of both the 21st century student and employer. IT fuels the regional economy by producing top-quality graduates who will be successful in 21st century careers. The D.Sc. program will help IT leaders progress to senior roles developing strategic operations for organizations across the world.
Doctor of Science in Information Technology Degree Requirements
The DSIT program requires students to complete 54 hours of graduate coursework. The program is cohort based and admits students in the Fall. Admitted students can continue to work while completing their education, but there is not a part-time track of the program.
The program is innovative and unique to the middle Georgia region and to the university system. The program’s inter-disciplinary structure blends innovation, strategy, and technology to empower world-class organizations. An applied research project offers students an opportunity to find solutions to complex information technology challenges.
Program Format (DSIT)
The majority of the degree is completed online with short residencies at the beginning and end of the program. The program is designed to take five semesters to complete.
Technology Research
The Doctor of Science in Information Technology requires 18 hours of research courses. Students must obtain a 'B' or better in the following courses:
| ITEC 7110 | Research for Decision Making | 3 credit hours |
| ITEC 7120 | Statistical analysis for decision-making | 3 credit hours |
| ITEC 7130 | Advanced research analysis for decision-making | 3 credit hours |
| ITEC 8900 | Doctoral research project | 9 credit hours |
Leadership and Management
The Doctor of Science in Information Technology requires 15 hours of leadership and management courses. Students must obtain a 'B' or better in the following courses:
| ITEC 7200 | Design thinking & innovation | 3 credit hours |
| ITEC 7210 | Leading disruptive technology in organizations | 3 credit hours |
| ITEC 7220 | Leadership development | 3 credit hours |
| ITEC 7230 | Information Technology Strategic Planning | 3 credit hours |
| ITEC 7240 | Strategic Thinking for IT Leaders | 3 credit hours |
Focused Topics
The Doctor of Science in Information Technology requires 15 hours of focused topics courses. Students must obtain a 'B' or better in the following courses:
| ITEC 8100 | Data science and analytics strategy | 3 credit hours |
| ITEC 8110 | Organizational strategy for cybersecurity managemen | 3 credit hours |
| ITEC 8120 | Information technology policy, compliance, and legal | 3 credit hours |
| ITEC 8130 | Information Technology Project and Program Management | 3 credit hours |
| ITEC 8140 | Contemporary issues in information technology | 3 credit hours |
Doctoral Seminars
The Doctor of Science in Information Technology requires 6 hours of seminar courses. Students must obtain a 'B' or better in the following courses: