Master in Instructional Systems Technology

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The Master in Instructional Systems Technology is a Master's degree for students who want to create effective instructional materials and strategies for learning and performance improvement. This program takes one year to complete and is offered in English. Its main advantage is that it helps students develop skills in analyzing and evaluating educational tools.

The curriculum includes coursework, an internship, and a yearlong studio project where students work under faculty supervision. Students learn to develop and evaluate educational programs and systems, and they gain hands-on experience through the internship and studio project. They also study how to implement effective strategies for workplace learning.

Graduates of this program can work as Instructional Designers, Training Managers, Educational Consultants, or Performance Improvement Specialists. They can find jobs in education or training settings, such as schools, universities, or corporate training departments. With their skills in instructional systems technology, they can help organizations improve their learning and performance.