Technology and Performance Improvement Studies, M.S.

Graduate Adviser: Moussa Ayyash

Graduate Faculty: Moussa Ayyash

Content Designations

The Department of Information Studies offers a Master of Science degree in Technology and Performance Improvement Studies. The purpose of the degree is to prepare professionals to systematically evaluate situations and implement appropriate solutions to improve performance at the level of the worker, work, workplace, or world. The program puts heavy emphasis on the integration of the theories and practices in the areas of human performance technology (HPT), information and communications technology (ICT), and quality management and is aligned with the published standards of the International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI). The program prepares students for positions such as managers and directors of information technology, performance improvement specialists, educational technologists, trainers, eLearning specialists, consultants, network administrators, systems analysts, security and intelligence analysts and a variety of other professions.

Students are also prepared to sit for external certifications from ISPI, CISCO, CompTIA, and the American Society of Quality.

Program Format

The courses in the MS-TPIS program are offered completely online where students do not have any requirement to come to campus for class meetings. However, students may be required to be on campus for orientation and final exit interviews. The program consists of 33 credit hours. Each student is required to take six required courses, four elective courses, complete the thesis/project requirements, and submit an electronic portfolio.

Elective courses can be selected from any of the following areas, allowing each student to create a program that meets their individual needs and professional goals.

• Performance Management
• Instructional Technology
• Training and Development
• Telecommunications Management
• Security and Intelligence Studies
• Interdisciplinary Options