University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce: MS in the Management of IT

About the Program

The M.S. in the Management of Information Technology (MSMIT) at the University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce is a one-year program for working professionals who lead or are preparing to lead at the intersection of technology and business. The curriculum centers on how organizations use technology to drive value, with a focus on digital transformation, enterprise architecture, business strategy, and product and project management. Participants engage with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning while examining how technology decisions shape business outcomes, organizational strategy, and cross-functional execution.

The program brings together professionals at different stages of their careers, including experienced IT managers preparing for executive-level responsibilities, early-career professionals moving into leadership roles, and individuals transitioning into IT leadership from other fields. This mix of backgrounds supports a collaborative learning environment where participants apply concepts across organizational contexts while continuing in their professional roles.

Application Deadlines

October 5, 2026 | November 5, 2026 | January 5, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | May 5, 2027* | *After May 5, 2027, applications will be considered on a space-available rolling basis through the final submission deadline of August 15, 2027.

Program Format and Schedule

The M.S. in the Management of Information Technology is a one-year, part-time program for working professionals delivered through a blended format that combines online coursework with regularly scheduled in-person sessions. This structure allows participants to engage with program content while continuing to apply concepts within their professional roles.

The curriculum is organized into four academic modules that integrate topics across technology, strategy, and leadership rather than following a traditional course-by-course sequence. These modules focus on core areas including digital transformation, enterprise architecture, data and analytics, and product and project management, providing a structured progression through key dimensions of technology-enabled business leadership.

As part of the program, participants have the option to engage in a global learning experience in Mendoza, Argentina, where they examine the role of technology, innovation, and digital transformation within an international business context.

In-person sessions are held on a recurring basis at UVA’s Darden DC Metro facility in Rosslyn, Virginia – home to the University’s graduate business programs for working professionals. These sessions support collaboration, discussion, and applied problem solving, bringing participants together to work through complex challenges and share perspectives across industries.

From the School

Our Graduate Programs

The University of Virginia McIntire School of Commerce offers a portfolio of graduate business programs designed for early-career students and working professionals. Across its offerings, the School integrates business fundamentals with analytics, technology, and global context through applied, interdisciplinary learning.

Full-time, residential programs for pre-experience candidates (Charlottesville, VA):
• M.S. in Commerce (MSC): A master’s in management program for liberal arts and STEM graduates, featuring a foundational core and track-based specialization
• M.S. in Accounting (MSA): A one-year program focused on financial reporting, auditing, and taxation, with coursework aligned with CPA preparation
• M.S. in Global Commerce (MSGC): A multi-location program delivered in collaboration with ESMT Berlin, focused on the application of business in international contexts

Hybrid programs for working professionals (Rosslyn, VA):
• M.S. in Business Analytics (MSBA): A project-driven program delivered in partnership with the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, focused on data-driven decision-making and applied analytics
• M.S. in the Management of Information Technology (MSMIT): A module-based program focused on the intersection of technology, strategy, and leadership

About the School

The University of Virginia McIntire School of Commerce is ranked the #1 academic experience and #2 undergraduate business program in the U.S. (Poets and Quants, 2026). Its innovative, specialized business graduate degrees and hallmark undergraduate program are designed to create a wealth of opportunities for students. Immersive, hands-on courses, taught by world-class faculty with real-world industry input, offer transformative educational experiences and provide immediate value to students.