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1 INFORMATION SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MANAGEMENT TECHNICAL & MANAGEMENT SKILLS THE MARKET NEEDS NOW

2 As information technology evolves, information systems using that technology become increasingly complex. Organizations of all types need professionals who have both the hands - on engineering experience and managerial capabilities to design and maintain information systems that support business goals. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that the demand for engineering managers will rise by 7% by an addition of 13,100 jobs nationwide. ¹ ISEM core courses and projects emphasize key skills and concepts for the digital age, including: A new field that combines information systems engineering skills and managerial knowledge is emerging to address this need: information systems engineering and management (ISEM). Information systems engineering and management programs provide education and practical training for leadership positions in the Learn-Plan-Do-Check cycle of modern digital enterprises. Business strategies; Strategic planning; Enterprise architectures and integration; User-centered design; Business intelligence and decision support; Gamification; Project monitoring and governance skills.

3 WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM ISEM Education Information systems engineering and management helps bridge the gap between business and information technology. It is appropriate for: Software developers and other information technology professionals who need to develop managerial and business administration skills; Business executives and management professionals who need to develop technological knowledge, or who need to formalize self-taught IT skills. Colleges and universities usually deliver this type of continuing education through a master s degree program, and it is often aimed at professionals who have at least three years experience in their field. These programs feature classes and projects that produce students who: Possess systems design skills focused on developing projects from a user-centered perspective; Understand how to align systems design with business goals; Communicate productively with stakeholders and staff members at all levels; Have the supervisory capabilities necessary to managing people and processes effectively; Have an advanced, industry-current understanding of information systems technology; An information systems engineering and management education provides graduates with overall career enrichment while laying a foundation for new career opportunities. In addition, an information systems engineering and management education can help professionals define their career goals when they are trying to decide whether to pursue a career that focuses on technology or one that focuses more on management.

4 WHAT YOU CAN LEARN IN AN ISEM Program Information systems engineering and management degree programs cover three main areas: Key technological concepts - Professionals develop in-depth technical knowledge of web-based systems components, mobile computing, wireless communications, enterprise software, data security, emerging technologies, and more. Systems design - Throughout an information systems engineering and management program, students cultivate a holistic systems approach that takes into account people, business goals, and business processes - not just technological components. Managerial skills and knowledge Business administration theories enable information systems engineering and management professionals to maintain a productive end-user focus when developing system solutions. Project management skills equip them to handle administrative tasks, financial management, and stakeholder communication. The result is a degree program that develops professionals with advanced technological knowledge who can act as translators between the information technology department and other branches of the business.

5 WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN AN ISEM Program Whether you re an information technology professional looking to gain management skills or a business executive looking to acquire information systems expertise, an information systems engineering and management program can work for you. Choose a degree that features: Key technological concepts - In today s educational environment, you need instructors who can act as professional role models and mentors, not just lecturers. Faculty who possess both academic credentials and industry experience will be best-placed to teach you relevant skills effectively. A whole-system mindset - Choose a degree program that sees systems engineering as a discipline that considers people and processes the primary focus. Learning to design systems around the needs of users and keep teams focused on meeting those needs is critical. Project-based learning - An information systems engineering and management master s should include hands-on experiential learning that challenges you to test the strengths and weaknesses of different strategies in circumstances that mirror real-world working conditions. Specialization options - Hand-in-hand with experiential learning, an information systems engineering and management master s degree program should leave you some room for electives that explore the real-world technological needs of various industries, such as health care or manufacturing. Electives that cover additional topics in project management, international management, or other business-related skills can also add value to your degree. Career connections - Finally, choose a degree program that focuses on the end goal of helping you enhance your profile in the job market. Whether you want to use your degree to enhance your performance in your current career, pursue a new position, or start your own business, your university should offer you advice and assistance well before graduation. 1)