Dhruvi Bhatt's Transformative Path to Senior Walk, and Beyond
Bhatt moved from Gaithersburg, Maryland, to the U of A to pursue a Master of Information Systems, “a decision that was both exciting and daunting.”
06/30/2025 | By DeLani Bartlette
Innovative organizations place high value on cross-disciplinary leaders, and we've
positioned our curriculum to meet that demand.
When information technology expertise is blended with traditional business disciplines,
our graduates can 'pull it all together' to make timely, informed decisions for their
employers.
Employers around the world seek to recruit and retain top talent who can assume technology
leadership roles. The Master of Information Systems degree offered by the Walton College
is designed to groom these leaders.
The job market for Walton MIS graduates continues to be strong, as the demand for
combined technological expertise and managerial skills increases. Close partnerships
with our corporate partners facilitate recruiting, networking and career opportunities.
What coursework is required for this degree?
How Much? How Long?
Who can enroll?
Admission to Walton College masters programs is selective. Enrollment in each program is limited.
Enterprise Systems at Walton College are comprised of five major hubs and support systems, along with access to large, real-world datasets.
Enterprise systems platforms integrate business processes and align IT to support business strategy.
Less than 2 Years
The professional part-time program can be completed in less than two years.
Fall
Cohorts begin each Fall semester for the Professional MIS program.
Do I Qualify to Enroll?
Complete your undergraduate degree and meet additional requirements. View Requirements
GMAT or GRE
Students may be eligible for a GMAT/GRE test waiver with a 3.2 undergraduate GPA or 3 years of professional work experience. Please review our master's admissions policies.
July 1
Professional, Part-Time
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The 4+1 Master of Information Systems program option will allow well-prepared undergraduate students to begin graduate courses during the last year of their undergraduate studies.
WHO: Walton students with a 3.2 undergraduate GPA.
WHAT: Early consideration for a graduate program and possible dual credit between an undergraduate and graduate degree. 4+1 students who continue into the MIS graduate degree program will participate in the part-time professional program, which has a separate tuition and fee structure. Please consult the Graduate School of Business for more information.
WHEN: Apply by February 15 in Spring of your second-to-last undergraduate year.
WHY: Save time and potentially money!
Students interested in the 4+1 Master of Information Systems program will require additional guidance and advising.
Bhatt moved from Gaithersburg, Maryland, to the U of A to pursue a Master of Information Systems, “a decision that was both exciting and daunting.”
06/30/2025 | By DeLani Bartlette
“A strong emphasis on IT management has also been a game-changer. During my first year as a professional student, I gained skills that helped me excel in my current role. By my second year, I was learning tools and strategies to elevate my career to the next level.”
06/05/2025 | By Lori McLemore
Join a supportive and engaging community located in the vibrant business network of Northwest Arkansas, with over 300 Fortune 500 companies with a presence in the region.
Business leaders and Walton College alumni are closely connected to the college, not just during your studies, but throughout your career.
Students graduate from the Walton MIS program equipped with an understanding of where IT "fits" in the context of a business, and how IT can be effectively leveraged to support the strategic and tactical objectives of an organization.
By learning concepts and approaches for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Business Analytics, Emerging Technology, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise Systems, our students can apply their knowledge to solve business problems using tools from IBM, SAP, Microsoft, Teradata, and SAS.
Our curriculum is focused on delivering practical knowledge through hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies used in the world’s largest organizations.
Many courses in the MIS program are team-taught by faculty and industry experts, combining and comparing theory with practical application in real-world scenarios. Students will develop leadership, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills that are sought after by leading employers.
The Walton Professional MIS is designed for working professionals. Once proficiency is demonstrated in our Information Systems and Business Analytics Toolkit, the program can be completed by taking 2 courses per semester for 5 semesters.
Courses are taught through a blended-delivery format with both face-to-face and online components, so students are in class only one Saturday per month. We work hard to simplify the logistics of returning to school so that you can focus on learning.
Management and leadership positions in Information Technology are increasingly being filled by candidates with graduate degrees. Our Master of Information Systems program exposes students to many different aspects of IT, providing a well-rounded perspective with enough depth to be proficient in several disciplines. The MIS program is also a great way to network and develop relationships with other professionals in the IT field.
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* Students admitted to the professional programs in the Walton College are required to attend a multi-day orientation prior to the start of scheduled courses. Dates to be determined. Please contact gsb@walton.uark.edu for more information.