Master of Business Information Systems

Admissions decisions will be made by the Vice President of Graduate and Continuing Studies upon recommendation of the MBIS director. If you would like to discuss whether the program is right for you, please call 740.826.8467 to talk to an advisor.

To be admitted into the Master of Business Information Systems, prospective participants must:

• Fill out and submit a completed Admission Application.
• Submit a resume
• Submit original transcripts from all previous higher education institutions at which credit was earned and which corroborates completion of baccalaureate degree with a 2.7 or higher GPA from a regionally accredited college or university. Transcripts must be sent directly to the University from the previous higher education institution through a transcript service or in an officially sealed envelope to the attention of Janeen Eno. 
• Provide a letter of recommendation.
• For international participants from non-English-speaking nations: submit Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores. Minimum acceptable scores:
• Written test -- 550
• Computer-based-- 213
• Internet TOEFL--  79

Applicants who do not have undergraduate coursework in computer science, information systems or business will be considered for admission, but may be asked to complete additional coursework or provide additional information, such as:

• Strong evidence to support an understanding of technology and its use in their organization
• An indication for how the program fits into their career paths.

** While previous academic achievement suggests likelihood of success in graduate studies, Muskingum University recognizes that individual circumstances and experience may mitigate usual standards of achievement. Individuals who feel that the admission criteria do not accurately measure their own capability, performance and commitment to professional success may submit additional or alternative evidence of their achievement and potential.

All materials must be submitted to:

Janeen Eno
Muskingum University
Graduate & Continuing Studies
260 Stadium Drive
New Concord, OH 43762
Fax: 740-826-6038
Email: mbis@muskingum.edu 

Any questions may be directed to: mbis@muskingum.edu or 740-826-8467