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Discover our 100% online Management Information Systems Degrees

Elevate your career and unlock new opportunities with a degree or minor focused on Management and Information Systems at the University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI). In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, organizations are searching for leaders who can seamlessly integrate management expertise with cutting-edge information systems knowledge. This innovative program is designed to equip you with the skills to lead teams, optimize business processes, and leverage technology to drive organizational success.

UMPI’s YourPace program offers a 100% online, flexible learning experience tailored to meet the needs of working professionals and students with prior college credits. Whether you’re looking to advance in your current career or pivot to a new field, this degree provides the tools to excel in roles that require strategic thinking, effective decision-making, and proficiency in managing modern technology systems.

From mastering organizational leadership principles to gaining in-depth knowledge of information systems, this program prepares you for in-demand careers in management, IT leadership, and beyond—all while allowing you to learn at your own pace. With flat-rate tuition, no weekly deadlines, and a focus on competency-based education, earning your degree has never been more accessible or achievable.

Take the first step toward becoming a leader who bridges the gap between technology and management. Join UMPI’s Management and Information Systems program today and turn your aspirations into accomplishments.

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What Is Competency-Based Education?

Designed to leverage your previous knowledge, college coursework, and work experience, competency-based education enables you to earn your degree at your pace as you demonstrate mastery of relevant academic content.

How our YourPace online programs save you time and money:

  • Prove your knowledge, move ahead—the faster you advance, the more you save
  • Flat tuition rate per 8-week session, no matter how many courses you complete
  • With no weekly deadlines, you control the speed of completion*

*Time to completion varies by student and is based on several factors including prior college coursework, relevant work experience, amount of time dedicated to studying, and the number of courses completed each session.

Upcoming Session Dates

The Dates YourPace Students need to know

There are six opportunities throughout the year to begin our YourPace online program. Find the start date below that works best for you and apply before the application deadline. Please note, application and document deadlines are the same. UMPI must receive all documents including official transcripts by the document deadline to be considered. Transcripts can often take 10 or more business days from the request date to be received by UMPI, please plan accordingly.

TermAPP DEADLINEDOCUMENT DEADLINECONFIRMATION DEADLINEREGISTRATION DEADLINETUITION DEADLINESTART DATECLASS END DATETerm Length
Spring 202/07/2502/18/2502/25/2503/04/2503/06/2503/10/2505/02/258 weeks
Summer 104/11/2504/22/2504/29/2505/06/2505/08/2505/12/2507/03/258 weeks
Summer 206/06/2506/17/2506/24/2507/01/2507/03/2507/07/2508/29/258 weeks
Fall 108/01/2508/12/2508/19/2508/26/2508/28/2509/02/2510/24/258 weeks
Fall 209/26/2510/07/2510/14/2510/21/2510/23/2510/27/2512/19/258 weeks
Spring 112/12/2512/23/2512/30/2501/06/2601/08/2601/12/2603/06/268 weeks

YourPace Management Information Systems Program Offerings

The University of Maine at Presque Isle offers a range of Management Information Systems programs in the YourPace modality designed to match your career goals. With flexible options and expert faculty, we provide the tools and support you need to succeed in the competitive field. Explore our program offerings below and find the perfect pathway to build your future.

A snapshot into the online BABA – Project Management & Information Systems program

Designed to give you a competitive edge in a technologically dynamic global marketplace, our Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration – Project Management & Information Systems Concentration online program equips you with the skills and expertise employers seek. We use hands-on training and experiential learning to teach you how to effectively manage projects and lead technology initiatives that transform the business process. This program also helps you fulfill the educational requirements to sit for the PMP exam.

This accredited online project management and information systems program gives you a thorough understanding of how business functions today as you learn to lead the technology initiatives of tomorrow. 100% online coursework covers competencies that help you become proficient in management information systems, business computing, business analytics, financial management, and managerial accounting. You will also learn about the legal and ethical environment of business as well as strategic professional communication. Experiential learning activities provide opportunities to solve real-world problems facing a hypothetical organization.

In this online project management and information systems program, you will learn to:

  • Develop projects from ideation to analysis through execution
  • Provide effective project execution, governance, and control processes to ensure projects remain on time and within scope and budget
  • Be an effective communicator and problem-solver able to organize and maintain a project management and information systems lifecycle
  • Manage risks, minimize costs, control scope, and incorporate insights into the planning and management process

Project management and information systems careers:

  • Project Manager
  • IT Project Manager
  • Marketing Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Database Administrator
  • Healthcare Project Manager
  • Construction Project Manager
  • Agile Project Manager
  • Project Scheduler
  • Assistant Project Manager

Learn more about the UMPI online management information systems degree

Pursue your varying interests with the Bachelor of Liberal Studies – Management Information Systems Minor YourPace online program. Utilize your work and life experiences, as well as previously earned college credit, to help expedite your mastery of each subject within this program and move quickly through the courses. A minor in Management Information Systems prepares you for a successful career in fields such as programming, database management, and telecommunications. Courses are 100% online and designed to promote critical and creative thinking as well as support professional development.

Prepare for roles in information systems and increase your earning potential with this accredited management information systems online program. Qualify for positions that require leadership, an understanding of modern programming languages used in business, and knowledge of the storage, structure, retrieval, and manipulation of data. You will also learn how to use information systems ethically in culturally diverse organizations and societies and how to advance your ability to enhance business applications using object-oriented programming. This affordable and flexible degree offers 100% online coursework and includes the opportunity to apply the program’s principles and tools to solve real-world challenges.

As a graduate of this online MIS program, you will be able to:

  • Be proficient in Microsoft Project and use programming tools for design, structure, and testing
  • Apply strategic decision-making using predictive data analysis
  • Utilize knowledge of data structures and analysis techniques to solve problems within business and information systems
  • Think analytically and critically in order to manage and enhance business applications

Career opportunities include:

  • Business Analyst
  • IT Consultant
  • Systems Analyst
  • IT Development Project Leader
  • Database Administrator
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Database Analyst
  • Technical Support Specialist
  • Information Systems Manager
  • IT User Liaison

Advance Your Career with UMPI’s BAS – Management Information Systems Minor

Elevate your technical expertise and leadership skills with the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) – Management Information Systems (MIS) Minor through UMPI’s YourPace program. This 100% online, competency-based program is designed for professionals ready to bridge the gap between technology and business operations, preparing you for high-demand careers in information systems, database management, and IT leadership.

The BAS with an MIS Minor combines practical technology coursework with a solid applied science foundation, empowering you to master modern programming languages, database structures, and business-critical IT tools. You’ll learn how to design, implement, and manage systems that drive organizational success, all while gaining the leadership and problem-solving skills employers seek.

UMPI’s YourPace program allows you to move through courses at your own speed, leveraging your prior experience and previously earned credits to advance efficiently. With a focus on real-world applications, you’ll gain the skills to solve modern business challenges and improve IT processes for diverse industries.

Program Highlights:

  • Modern Programming Mastery: Learn key programming languages and object-oriented techniques used in today’s business environments.
  • Database Management: Gain proficiency in data storage, retrieval, and manipulation for organizational needs.
  • IT Leadership and Ethics: Understand how to apply information systems ethically in culturally diverse, global organizations.
  • Business Solutions: Develop skills to enhance business applications and streamline IT operations.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Design and manage secure, efficient database systems
  • Integrate IT solutions to support business operations and decision-making
  • Apply programming and object-oriented concepts to solve practical challenges
  • Analyze and improve information systems processes across industries

Career Opportunities:

  • IT Manager or Systems Administrator
  • Database Analyst or Administrator
  • Network Systems Specialist
  • Business Systems Analyst
  • Telecommunications Manager

With its flexible, affordable, and career-focused format, UMPI’s BAS with a Management Information Systems Minor prepares you to lead in the rapidly growing fields of IT and business technology. Whether you’re advancing in your current role or preparing for new opportunities, this program equips you with the knowledge and skills to stand out in today’s competitive workforce.

Take control of your future with the BAS – Management Information Systems Minor at UMPI’s YourPace—100% online, flexible, and tailored to your career goals.

In-person Management Information Systems Program Options

Not interested in the YourPace modality?
We offer on-campus in-person Management Information Systems pathways to degree completion.

In-person Management Information Systems Program

Faculty with Real-World Experience

Whether you’re interested in an Management Information Systems or finance role at a small company or a large organization, you’ll get the opportunity to try it on for size with an internship or other work experience, helping you to graduate career ready.

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YourPace Tuition

Learn more about our affordable tuition

The YourPace Management Information Systems Online Program offers an affordable flat tuition rate, ensuring you pay the same amount per session regardless of how many courses you complete. With no hidden fees or additional textbook costs, this flexible competency based education program allows you to save more the faster you finish. Whether you’re looking to accelerate your degree or complete courses at your own pace, you’ll benefit from transparent pricing and a cost-effective learning experience through the University of Maine at Presque Isle.

**Tuition and fees are subject to change

Tuition breakdown:

$1,700** per session

Flat-Rate Tuition

Frequently Asked YourPace Management Information Systems Questions

The MIS program focuses on the integration of technology and business processes to help organizations operate efficiently and effectively. Students learn about systems analysis, database management, cybersecurity, and IT project management.

YourPace is a competency-based, self-paced learning format. Students can complete coursework as quickly as they demonstrate mastery of the subject, allowing for faster degree completion and greater flexibility.

Yes, the YourPace MIS program is 100% online, designed to accommodate working professionals and those with busy schedules.

Yes, UMPI accepts transfer credits. Your prior coursework and experience will be evaluated to determine how it applies to the MIS program.

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Requirements for these Management Information Systems program offerings

We’ve made the admission process simple and streamlined so it’s easier for you to get started. Those interested in earning their competency based education degree in Management Information Systems should have the equivalent of a high school diploma and possess some prior college credit and/or work experience.

Admission Requirements:

No Application Fee

Minimum 1.75 GPA

Admissions Requirements and Guidelines for Undergraduate Programs

  • Students must be 20 years of age at the time of application.
  • High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., HiSet, GED)
  • Minimum cumulative college of GPA 1.75 from most recently attended institution
    • Submission of all official transcripts:Transcripts are only considered official if they are sent directly to UMPI from the granting institution or their electronic ordering service. Student-submitted transcripts are not accepted.
  • Students who do not have any college credits must submit the following:
    • Provide high school transcript, high school equivalency test (HiSet), or GED

Instructions for international students:

  • All international transcripts will only be accepted if the student provides them through an evaluation service. The evaluation agency must be a member of NACES or AICE. We will not accept unofficial copies (e.g., from the student)
  • Canadian schools and universities from a French-only institution (mostly in the province of Quebec) must be evaluated
  • International students are required to demonstrate English proficiency by submitting scores from an English language proficiency test taken no more than two-years prior to date of application

Additional guidelines for international applicants may be found here.

Please Note: Student under 20 years of age do not meet the requirements for the YourPace programs. We do offer other programs that may meet your needs. If you would like more information about our traditional programs, please visit https://www.umpi.edu/admissions/. You can also reach out to the Admissions Office at umpi-admissions@maine.edu or by calling 207.768.9433.

Institutions and third-party vendors may submit official documents such as official transcripts and English proficiency exam score reports to: edocs@maine.edu

Mailing Address:

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Bangor, ME 04402-0412

YourPace Management Information Systems Courses

The University of Maine at Presque Isle’s YourPace Management Information Systems Program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in today’s dynamic financial landscape. Select the tab below to explore the degree option that aligns with your goals and start building a strong foundation for your future success.

Management Information Systems, B.A.S. Minor

UMPI’s YourPace Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) program with a Management Information Systems (MIS) Minor bridges the gap between business and technology, equipping students with the skills to manage information systems and drive organizational efficiency. This minor focuses on IT management, data analysis, and strategic decision-making, preparing students for roles in IT leadership, business analytics, or systems management.

The YourPace model allows students to complete the MIS Minor on their own schedule, integrating prior learning and professional experience into their degree path. Enhance your career prospects in the rapidly evolving tech-driven business landscape with this dynamic minor.

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The topics you’ll study in our online MIS courses

To earn your BLS – Management Information Systems Minor, you need to complete 120 credit hours of coursework. Each course is built around a series of competencies. Once you have mastered the series, you complete the course. Using our personalized learning model, we look at your past college credit, prior learning, and work experience to create your custom degree plan.

The program includes 40 credit hours of general education courses, 18 credit hours of Management Information Systems Minor core courses, and 62 credit hours of electives.

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Read about our BBA – Project Management & Information Systems online classes

UMPI’s YourPace Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) program with a concentration in Project Management & Information Systems combines leadership skills with technical expertise to prepare students for success in managing complex projects and leveraging information systems in business. This concentration focuses on strategic planning, IT management, and effective project execution, making it ideal for careers in business management, IT project coordination, and operations leadership.

The flexible YourPace model allows students to progress at their own speed, utilizing prior work experience and academic credits to customize their degree plan. Gain the tools and knowledge to excel in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven business world with this career-focused concentration.

To earn your B.A. in Business Administration – Project Management & Information Systems you need to complete 120 credit hours of coursework. Each course is built around a series of competencies. Once you have mastered the series, you complete the course. Using our personalized learning model, we look at your past college credit, prior learning, and work experience to create your custom degree plan.

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The University of Maine at Presque Isle is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

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C-BEN

UMPI is proud to be a member institution in the Competency-Based Education Network (C-BEN).

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