Ph.D. in Information Systems

Program Overview

Nova Southeastern University's Ph.D. in Information Systems equips students with advanced research skills in areas like information security, data analytics, and human-computer interaction. Through collaboration with renowned faculty, students conduct cutting-edge research and develop expertise in the ethical and social implications of information technology. The program culminates in a doctoral dissertation that contributes original knowledge to the field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Ph.D. in Information Systems program at Nova Southeastern University's College of Computing and Engineering equips students with the skills and knowledge to advance the field through cutting-edge research. Students collaborate with world-renowned faculty to conduct research in various areas, including:

• Information systems design and development
• Information security and privacy
• Data analytics and machine learning
• Human-computer interaction
• Social and ethical implications of information technology

Outline:

The curriculum for the Ph.D. in Information Systems program includes the following core courses:

• Fundamentals of Cybersecurity (ISEC 615)
• Information Systems Project Management (MMIS 621)
• Ethics in Computing (MMIS 623)
• Database Systems (MSIT 630)
• Telecommunication and Computer Networking (MMIS 653)
• Data Analytics (MMIS 671)
• Human Computer Interaction (MMIS 680)
• Research Methods (RESD 700)
Students also choose from a range of electives, including:
• Information Security Operations Management (ISEC 635)
• Computer-Supported Cooperative Work (MMIS 636)
• Data Warehousing (MMIS 642)
• Data Mining (MMIS 643)
• UX Strategy for Social Media (MMIS 644)
• Information Security Governance (ISEC 655)
• Information Systems Auditing (ISEC 675)
• Interaction Design (CISC 685)
• Data Analytics Project (MMIS 692)
• Special Topics in Information Systems (MMIS 690)
• Information Security Project (ISEC 695)
The program culminates in a doctoral dissertation, which is a significant research project that makes an original contribution to the field of information systems.

Assessment:

Students in the Ph.D. in Information Systems program are assessed through a variety of methods, including:

• Coursework
• Exams
• Research papers
• Presentations
• Dissertation

Teaching:

The Ph.D. in Information Systems program is taught by a team of experienced faculty who are actively engaged in research. The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including:

• Lectures
• Discussions
• Case studies
• Research projects

Careers:

Graduates of the Ph.D. in Information Systems program are highly sought-after by employers in various industries, including:

• Academia
• Government
• Industry
Graduates are prepared for careers in research, teaching, and leadership positions.