Information Systems (IS) encompasses the design, use, and evaluation of information and communication systems supported decision-making in business and policy settings. The doctoral program in information systems and management at Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College prepares students with a firm understanding of the technical and organizational aspects of information systems and trains that with analytical tools to evaluate the challenges and opportunities of implementing information technology in a firm and policy setting.
The information systems program at Heinz College distinguishes itself from others in its interdisciplinary nature along with a strong emphasis on solving business and policy problems.
Our Ph.D. program distinguishes itself by emphasizing the following:
Collaborative Work: Create strong mentoring relationships with acclaimed faculty who closely supervise research projects, allowing you to identify and structure feasible and interesting research questions.
Interdisciplinary Analysis: Learn the value of using theory and methodologies provided by economics, psychology, sociology, statistics, operations research and organizational behavior to analyze problems.
Empirical Methods: Development of a sophisticated set of methodological skills. Empirical analysis is a foundation for advancing understanding and creating intellectual progress.
Applied Research: Develop your abilities to conduct path-breaking research in information systems and management. Prior to graduating, you also have the opportunity to publish papers in professional journals either individually or jointly with Heinz College faculty mentors.