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Information Systems Doctor of Philosophy (PHDIS)

Information systems level: expert

Master, develop, and support new IT innovations with a flexible doctoral program. Online, on-campus, part-time or full: it's your call.

This gratifying degree prepares you for a career in research, teaching, or administration. Choose from three specializations: analytics, security, or health care. 

Take courses that address the most contemporary issues in the field. Utilize prevalent technologies. Comprehend Information Systems (IS) literature and demonstrate an understanding of milestones and seminal works of leading researchers. Graduate with an intricate understanding of IS theory and practice, qualitative design, and quantitative research techniques.

Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to conduct research and produce a written dissertation focused on cutting-edge information systems.

The DSU difference

Since technology is embedded in everything we do, you'll be on the right path to becoming an ideal leader in IS. Our PhD in Information Systems program has a multi-disciplinary focus and a practical emphasis on applying IS to organizations and management systems. 

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College of Business and Information Systems

Shape the future of the IS field

East Hall Building for the College of Business and Information Systems at Dakota State University

The College of Business & Information systems is based in East Hall, the second oldest building on campus, but the programs of study prepare students to make an impact on the future through careers in business, information systems, data analytics, and health information and informatics, and artificial intelligence for organizations.

PHDIS students presenting research projects

College of Business & Information Systems students have opportunities to participate in research projects, and learn from their fellow students’ research projects.

FBLA National Competition

Extra-curricular activities give students the chance to apply their classroom knowledge in national competitions, take advantage of networking events, and to give back to their community.

Technology is at the heart of DSU's mission. As a Center of Excellence designated by the National Security Agency and The Department of Homeland Security, there’s really no better place to pursue advanced study.

We infuse our PhD curriculum with the latest advances in IS. You'll graduate as an in-demand expert in your specialization. Coursework includes theory and practice, qualitative design, and quantitative research techniques, and more.

Learn, lead, innovate

Study a broad range of topics and problems before choosing a specialization. Refine your expertise and develop unique research interests. Our graduates are poised for rewarding careers in academia, government, finance, and business. 

  • University professor
  • Academic researcher
  • Government or corporate researcher
  • IS director in business or finance
Kalee Crandall PhD in Information Systems '24

“The PhDIS program at DSU will enable me to research best practices and techniques of system design and data management, to support school counselors and advance both the school counseling and IS field.”

Kalee Crandall PhDIS - '24

Learning outcomes

 

Upon completion of the PhD degree in Information Systems, students will:

  • Be able to demonstrate a broad and comprehensive understanding of core knowledge and fundamental practices in information systems
  • Be able to demonstrate conceptual knowledge and ability to utilize prevalent technologies of information systems
  • Be able to demonstrate a highly developed knowledge of information systems literature, particularly in their area of specialization
  • Be able to demonstrate a scholarly understanding of milestones and seminal works of leading researchers in their area of specialization
  • Be able to demonstrate an understanding of information systems research methods and an ability to conduct research and evaluate research results
  • Be able to effectively formulate, communicate, present and defend the results of their research and any conclusions drawn from it