What do you think of a Master of Science in Information Technology & Management?

[soliloquy]

You guys are so awesome for being so patient with me while I try to figure out what to do with myself. Thank you for that.

After speaking with my academic adviser and really thinking about my future I have decided that i'm going to stay in the paralegal field BUT I want to move toward a more corporate paralegal environment rather than a private litigation firm. I found a really interesting (slanted but interesting) article on the paralegal profession that kind of helped me use my imagination with what I can do with my current career with more business education and experience.

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So anyway, I was looking at programs at ECU for Graduate School but I found a Master of Science in Information Technology & Management at UNCG that seems like it would be a nice complement to a corporate paralegal career. It would be instate tuition for me which is a huge plus because I think $241.57 per credit hour is pretty doable.

What do you think? Any suggestions on the best way to position myself for this program?

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

[sanantone]

Do you want to work in IT? My understanding is that IT management degrees are meant for those who want to management IT departments and companies. I would think someone in corporate law would benefit more from a background in accounting/taxation, finance, or employment law/human resources. There are also graduate programs in legal studies and regulatory affairs. Have you seen my thread on becoming a patent agent?
http://www.degreeforum.net/off-topic/211...awyer.html

If you want to learn how to design databases and other things in IT, you don't need a whole master's degree in it. You can take some undergraduate courses or take some MOOCs. You can even self-study for IT certifications.

[soliloquy]

Do you want to work in IT? My understanding is that IT management degrees are meant for those who want to management IT departments and companies. I would think someone in corporate law would benefit more from a background in accounting/taxation, finance, or employment law/human resources. There are also graduate programs in legal studies and regulatory affairs. Have you seen my thread on becoming a patent agent?
http://www.degreeforum.net/off-topic/211...awyer.html

If you want to learn how to design databases and other things in IT, you don't need a whole master's degree in it. You can take some undergraduate courses or take some MOOCs. You can even self-study for IT certifications.

You were right on target with where I was going. I'm looking at this from the angle that paralegals are expected to know technology (which most attorneys do not); how to design a database (not just be an end user); understand e-discovery in both substantive and technology (attorneys are only expected to know the substantive end); and much more. The assignments are sophisticated and well beyond many first- and second-year associate levels and I want to be able to list this education specifically on a resume.

[sanantone]

You were right on target with where I was going. I'm looking at this from the angle that paralegals are expected to know technology (which most attorneys do not); how to design a database (not just be an end user); understand e-discovery in both substantive and technology (attorneys are only expected to know the substantive end); and much more. The assignments are sophisticated and well beyond many first- and second-year associate levels and I want to be able to list this education specifically on a resume.

Doesn't UNCG's program require IT knowledge for acceptance? If they don't have any specific prerequisites, then I doubt the IT courses are all that advanced. IT management programs usually aren't that technical, but I do see a few technical courses in UNCG's program albeit rather basic.

[soliloquy]

Doesn't UNCG's program require IT knowledge for acceptance? If they don't have any specific prerequisites, then I doubt the IT courses are all that advanced. IT management programs usually aren't that technical, but I do see a few technical courses in UNCG's program albeit rather basic.

Admission Requirements

The Master of Science in Information Technology and Management is open to students with a bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Our admissions decisions are based upon your work experience, academic credentials, personal statement, and your letters of recommendation.

Application Requirements:

Application fee (Can be paid online).
Official transcripts from every college and university you have attended. You may send an unofficial transcript followed by the official transcript not less than 30 days prior to the day you enroll.
Three letters of recommendation (NOT from family or friends).
Residency statement (if you are claiming North Carolina residency).
Official GMAT or GRE scores (recent five years).
TOEFL scores (for international students )
A personal statement outlining personal goals, IT knowledge, and work experience. It should be about one page and single spaced.
In addition, you may include a resume.
For additional admissions questions please send a detailed email to MSITM@uncg.edu. Click here to Apply yourself.

You are thinking without extensive IT experience, I wouldn't qualify, correct?

[sanantone]

Then undergraduate IT courses and/or IT certifications should work if you aren't looking for something very technical. UNCG's admissions requirements are vague. Why are they asking for you to outline IT knowledge? Does it hurt someone's chances of being admitted if they have very little IT knowledge?

[soliloquy]

Then undergraduate IT courses and/or IT certifications should work if you aren't looking for something very technical. UNCG's admissions requirements are vague. Why are they asking for you to outline IT knowledge? Does it hurt someone's chances of being admitted if they have very little IT knowledge?

I thought it was vague as well but I don't know the answer to your question.