UW–Milwaukee and Oakland both offer STEM master’s programs carrying the Information Technology Management title, with flexible study options and substantial analytics/AI content.
| Factor | UW–Milwaukee | Oakland |
|---|---|---|
| Degree | MS Information Technology Management | MS Information Technology Management |
| Length | Can be completed in as little as one year | 30 credits |
| Format | Multiple full-time program paths | On campus or 100% online |
| STEM | Yes | Yes |
| AI Exposure | High | High |
| Published cost | $20,100–$22,858 resident; $40,440–$45,973 nonresident depending plan | Fully online students are assessed at in-state resident tuition; confirm current total with Oakland |
Curriculum difference
UWM combines IT strategy, systems analysis/design, project management, data management and web solutions, with an AI and Data Analytics concentration available. Oakland emphasizes data management/business analytics, information security, strategy, enterprise systems, networks, programming and project management.
Career evidence
Oakland publishes detailed 2024–25 MSITM career-progress data, including a 96% knowledge rate and $59,816 average salary after the program. UWM emphasizes paid internships and employer connections but does not publish one current cohort placement/salary statistic.
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Based on program data verified by MSITM.com in September 2026.