Hi everyone! I’m excited to share that I’ve officially completed my Master’s Degree in Information Technology Management. I finished the program in exactly one term (three days left before the six-month deadline). Don't worry, I wasn't playing with fire. I did have a one-month extension, but I ended up not needing it.

As a working IT professional with industry experience, I found that about 60% of the curriculum aligned with what I already do day-to-day. Even without transfer credits, I was able to move through the coursework fairly quickly. Overall, I think the MSITM program is great. I do wish it included more content on product management and business acumen, instead of outsourcing. But I’ve heard the curriculum is being updated, which is great to see.

This degree is definitely designed toward preparing students for management roles within IT. While looking at job postings recently, I was glad to see many positions prefer a master’s degree with a project management focus, which is exactly what this program offers.

My biggest challenge throughout the term was procrastination. I took a one-month break where I got very little done, but eventually I got myself back on track by doing a little bit each day and was able to hit my graduation goal.

About the coursework: if you’re comfortable writing papers, most tasks should feel manageable. I would recommend planning about at least three weeks each for C954 Information Technology Management (the only OA class) and C783 Project Management, and at least a month for the capstone. These courses are time-consuming and mentally draining, so give yourself breathing room. Also, you can request a one-month extension for your capstone project by working with your program mentor.

My biggest tip: don’t overwrite. Follow the rubric closely. Some task templates seem very redundant. As long as you hit each requirement clearly with something like subheaders and follow the structure, you should be fine.

I hope this helps and encourages anyone currently in the program or considering WGU. You’ve got this!

Owl Done in 1 Term and My Thoughts on MSITM