The Master of Management Information Systems (MIS) program provides students with advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in management and information systems. Students who complete this program earn a "Master's" degree.

A Master's degree is an academic degree above the undergraduate level and is typically the second stage in higher education. Master's programs offer students more in-depth education and research experience in a specific field. These programs often require an advanced-level thesis or project, equipping graduates with the qualifications needed to advance to higher levels in their careers.

The Master of Management Information Systems (MIS) program is designed to provide the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills necessary for the effective management of information systems and technologies within businesses.

Students in this program are trained to become experts capable of identifying the information technology needs of businesses, selecting, implementing, managing, and sustaining appropriate systems.

The program's learning outcomes include:

• Analyzing business needs and designing information systems that meet these needs.
• Managing information systems project management and implementation processes.
• Monitoring and evaluating business performance using data analysis and reporting methods.
• Selecting and implementing information systems and technologies that align with business strategies.
• Specializing in information systems security and risk management.
• Effectively using technological tools to develop solutions that meet business needs.

The program's courses cover topics such as business management, information systems management, project management, data analysis, information security, software development, management information systems, and business intelligence. Additionally, students can gain practical experience through internship opportunities.

Graduates of the program have various career paths in the information technology field. They can work as information systems managers, project managers, data analysts, business analysts, information security specialists, and management consultants. The program also serves as a stepping stone for students interested in pursuing doctoral studies.

The learning outcomes of the Master of Management Information Systems (MIS) program are as follows:

• Understanding and evaluating the impact of information technologies on business management.
• Identifying the information technologies and systems needed by businesses and developing strategies to manage them.
• Managing decision-making processes related to information technologies and systems and playing an effective role in these processes.
• Keeping up with current developments in management information systems and ensuring businesses adapt to these changes.
• Developing performance metrics related to the use of information technologies and systems in businesses and playing an active role in managing these metrics.
• Identifying, assessing, and developing protection strategies against risks associated with management information systems.
• Understanding the legal, ethical, and social responsibilities of businesses regarding the use of information technologies and systems and acting accordingly.
• Developing project management skills related to information technologies and systems and taking an active role in project management.

These program outcomes aim to enable students to understand the connection between business and information technologies, develop and manage strategies related to the use of information technologies and systems in businesses. Additionally, the program seeks to equip students with the skills to stay updated on developments in management information systems and help businesses adapt to these advancements.

The employment opportunities for graduates of the Master of Management Information Systems (MIS) program are extensive. This program offers job prospects in various sectors, including businesses and public institutions, where there is a demand for specialists in the field of MIS. Some potential employment opportunities include:

• Information Technology (IT) Manager: This role involves the strategic management of information technologies within a business or public institution. MIS graduates are well-suited for this position.

• Project Manager: The MIS program includes courses that develop project management skills, making graduates ideal candidates for project manager roles.

• Information Security Specialist: The program provides comprehensive training in information security. Businesses and public institutions require specialists in this area, making MIS graduates suitable for positions as information security specialists.

• Data Analyst: Companies need data analysts to make decisions based on big data analysis. The MIS program includes training in data analysis, enabling graduates to find employment as data analysts.

• Consulting Firms: MIS graduates can be hired by consulting firms to help businesses develop their information technology strategies.

These are just a few examples of the job opportunities available to graduates of the MIS program. Given the ongoing need for specialists in information technologies, MIS graduates generally have broad employment prospects in both the private and public sectors.

The student's success in the courses is determined by evaluating the mid-term grades and the final exam grade together.

Mid-term grades consist of quizzes, mid-term exam grades and grades given to homework, applications and practical work depending on the course. In the credit system, the type and weight of mid-term and final evaluations (exams, homework, applications and similar) are reported to the relevant department head by the instructor teaching the course within the first two weeks of the semester and announced to the students by the relevant teaching unit administration. The final evaluation is determined by the instructor teaching the course with one of the following letter grades, taking into account the general success level of all students taking that course.

While the impact of the homework given during the semester on the final grade is 40%, the impact of the final exams at the end of the semester is 60%.

Graduation Requirements are as follows:

• Successfully completing all courses in the program,
• Having no FF grade,
• Achieving a minimum grade of CB or higher for each course,
• Completing 120 ECTS credits, with 60 credits from coursework and 60 credits from the thesis,
• Submitting a thesis of at least 15,000 words in accordance with the "Thesis Writing Guide" provided by the Graduate Education Institute, and defending it if deemed necessary,
• Presenting a thesis with a plagiarism rate below the accepted maximum of 30%,
• Submitting the thesis approved in Turkish in English.