Doctor of Science in Information Technology

On December 8, 2020, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) approved a Level Change for Middle Georgia State University to offer the Doctor of Science in Information Technology.

For the DSIT Curriculum and Typical Projected Course Schedule, please see the School of Computing website here:

https://www.mga.edu/computing/doctorate-information-technology.php

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 Department of Information Technology: Dr. Neil Rigole

Graduate Program Coordinator, Information Technology: Dr. Vicky Sandoval

 

(478) 471-2801, office

(478) 757-2622, FAX

(800) 272-7619, toll-free

Email: vicky.sandoval.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 University'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 7110Research for Decision Making

3 credit hours

ITEC 7120Statistical analysis for decision-making

3 credit hours

ITEC 7130Advanced research analysis for decision-making

3 credit hours

ITEC 8900Doctoral 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 7200Design thinking & innovation

3 credit hours

ITEC 7210Leading disruptive technology in organizations

3 credit hours

ITEC 7220Leadership development

3 credit hours

ITEC 7230Information Technology Strategic Planning

3 credit hours

ITEC 7240Strategic 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 8100Data science and analytics strategy

3 credit hours

ITEC 8110Organizational strategy for cybersecurity management

3 credit hours

ITEC 8120Information technology policy, compliance, and legal

3 credit hours

ITEC 8130Information Technology Project and Program Management

3 credit hours

ITEC 8140Contemporary 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:

ITEC 7000Doctoral Seminar I

3 credit hours

ITEC 8950Doctoral Seminar II

3 credit hours