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UT Dallas MS ITM graduates lead the workforce. With competitive salaries, high placement rates, and top-tier employers across industries, our program equips students with the technical expertise and strategic vision to thrive in today’s digital economy.

Explore real outcomes from real graduates and discover where your MS ITM degree can take you.

Who Hires Our Graduates

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What Our Graduates Do—and How They Do It

Where Our Graduates Go

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With over 5,000 alumni across 40+ states and major Canadian cities, the MS in Information Technology and Management program prepares graduates for impact wherever opportunity leads. While the majority of alumni remain in Texas, hundreds have gone on to build successful careers in top tech hubs like California, Washington, New York, and New Jersey—commanding some of the highest average salaries nationwide. From coast to coast, their success reflects the versatility and value of an ITM degree.

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Career Outcomes Highlights

Full-Time Placement Rate – Fall 2024

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Career Outcomes That Deliver.
Our graduates don’t just earn degrees — they launch careers. The vast majority secure full-time roles shortly after graduation, landing positions at top companies across high-demand industries. These strong outcomes reflect the value of a curriculum built for the real world, hands-on learning experiences, and dedicated career support. Whether you’re making a career pivot or advancing in your field, the results speak for themselves.

Domestic and International Placement Rate

Real Talent. Global Impact.
MS ITM graduates represent a diverse and driven community—and that success is reflected in full-time placement outcomes. Both domestic and international students secure strong employment opportunities across industries, thanks to real-world experience, employer partnerships, and career support.

Salary Outcomes Overview.
Graduates of the MS ITM program consistently report competitive salary outcomes, with average base salaries typically ranging from the mid-$80,000s to upper-$90,000s. These results reflect the strong market demand for ITM skills and the program’s alignment with high-growth career paths in technology, analytics, and consulting.

Real Careers. Real Progress.
MS ITM graduates don’t just start strong—they keep rising. This job ladder shows how alumni advance from entry-level roles to leadership within 10 years, backed by verified outcomes. Many reach mid-level positions in 3–5 years, with others moving into senior roles even faster. From internships to executive titles, these paths show what’s possible with the right foundation.

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Strong Returns, Proven Results:
Graduates of the MS in Information Technology and Management program see immediate ROI — earning more than double their median student debt in the first year alone, and over four times by year five. With competitive starting salaries and consistent growth, most repay their loans within 1–2 years of graduation. Salary data is based on verified alumni outcomes. Explore more insights on the UT System’s Seek UT Real Earnings page.

Job Outlook: Real Growth. Real Opportunity.

Tech-Driven Demand Across Every Industry

The MS in Information Technology and Management program prepares graduates for careers in some of the fastest-growing roles in today’s economy. From data science to IT leadership, demand continues to rise—backed by strong job growth projections across tech and business functions.

Projected Job Growth by Role (2023-2033)


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Annual U.S Job Opening by Role


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These numbers reflect current demand, not just future projections — highlighting the direct connection between MS ITM skills and real-world career opportunity.

Industries Hiring Our Graduates

MS ITM alumni build careers across high-growth industries like IT, finance, healthcare, consulting, and more. As these sectors invest in cloud, data, and automation, demand for tech-driven business talent continues to rise.

Positioned for Opportunity

The MS ITM program equips students with both technical expertise and strategic insight, preparing them for a wide spectrum of roles—from business analyst and product manager to data engineer and IT consultant. As digital transformation expands, so do the career paths available to our graduates.

Career Resources. Real-Time Support. Real-World Success.

Start building your career today with support that’s immediate, personalized, and outcome driven. Whether you’re refining your skills in mock interviews, gaining on campus experience, or connecting with a mentor who’s walked in your shoes, our integrated resources are designed to take you from “ready” to “hired.”

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Management Center

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On-Campus
Employment

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Career
Mentoring

Connect with alumni through UTD Alumni Connect, receive faculty guidance on research and career goals, and engage in peer mentorship through student organizations and programs.

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Student Testimonials

Bhushan Sonmale

Bhushan Sonmale, MS’21

Technology Risk Consultant, Ernst & Young

You will never fall short of opportunities in the MSITM Program at UT Dallas, only if you are looking in the right direction. I have had the best time of my academic career with these opportunities and the experiences crafted out of them.
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Rhea DSouza, MS’21

Current MS ITM Student

Having a little over 2 years’ experience working with data and processes, I was seeking a graduate degree that aligned with my goals and interests. As I stumbled upon JSOM’s MS-ITM curriculum at UT Dallas, I knew my search was over and that this was the place I wanted to be. The MS-ITM program is a perfect amalgam of technical, business and management courses. 

Lakshman Turlapati MS ITM 25

A standout moment that speaks volumes about the UTD community was the “Meet Your Deans” event. I had the chance to demo an AI project to Professors Mark Thouin and Gaurav Shekhar. Professor Shekhar not only praised the work but graciously took me under his wing, mentoring me and directing me to key events and industry connections that sparked even more innovation. This level of direct support from the school’s leadership was truly humbling, and I was deeply honored to be named a Dean’s Impact Scholar, which further fueled my drive to contribute back to this amazing community.

Rajya Gaddipati, MS ITM’ 23

SAP Business Consultant
Lennox International

The MS ITM program at UT Dallas has been an enriching and great learning experience. As an SAP MM Functional Consultant, with about 3.5 years of experience, UT Dallas’s Enterprise Systems track was the ideal track for me. The courses of the Enterprise Systems track are designed to help students accumulate valuable technical skills currently in demand in the industry.

Purnima Samal – MS ITM’ 23

SAP Business Consultant
Mohawk | Dal-Tile

The penchant to expand the domain of my knowledge in SAP and Management strategies landed me in UTD. Choosing the ITM Program which has a flexible curriculum perfectly complemented my skill sets. The courses MIS 6319 and 6332 gives hands-on experience both as an SAP end user and a SAP Consultant.
Apoorwa Joshi

Apoorwa Joshi, MS’21

Associate Technology Consultant, SAP America

My journey to Masters Degree has been spectacular and memorable. Having my interest in SAP and choosing the UTD ITM program for its versatile curriculum which has an Enterprise Systems track perfectly complimented my skill sets in the SAP Security domain.

Tushar Mumbaikar, MSITM ’23

Combining my robust SAP Sales and Distribution background with a strategic choice, I enrolled in JSOM’s MS-ITM curriculum at UT Dallas. Opting for the SAP Alliance-guided Enterprise System track was deliberate, as it offers a diverse range of SAP courses and valuable SAP TS410 certification. This has significantly enriched my functional and technical expertise across multiple SAP domains. UT Dallas’ alignment with industry standards ensures a solid foundation and coupled with my existing skills, positions me well for roles requiring functional understanding and technical implementation within SAP.
Idahosa Iwaye

Idahosa Iyawe, MS’21

Current MS ITM Student

I had my undergraduate degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering at the unique University of Port-Harcourt, Nigeria, after which for roughly 6 years, I was privileged to work with OVH Energy, one of the largest indigenous downstream companies in Nigeria.  

Richa Rashmi, MS ITM ‘24

With a background as a Technology Analyst in the SAP domain and nearly five years of IT industry experience, I aspired to expand my knowledge and unlock opportunities for advanced positions. Choosing the MSITM program at UTD turned out to be one of the best decisions of my life. I was confident in my choice of the Enterprise Systems track, which allowed me to focus on Enterprise-centric courses that aligned with my career goals.

Arun Ravichandran, MS ITM’ 23

SAP Solution Engineer
Kaar Technologies Inc

I am happy to write a testimonial about the SAP Users Group and Professor Lou Thompson, the Director of the Enterprise Systems Graduation Program. My experience with both the SAP Users Group (SUG) and Professor Thompson’s courses has been nothing short of transformative.
Mallika Siripurapu

Mallika Siripurapu, MS’21

Jr Programming Analyst, ELXR Technologies

UTD’S MSITM program has given me an opportunity to tailor the subjects in the course based on my interest and engage in the student clubs based on affinity to the technology stack. It was an enriching experience learning and working alongside professors, especially in the Enterprise Systems concentration.
Kevin Fernandes

Kevin Fernandes, MS’21

Current MS ITM Student

I only had two criteria while searching for the perfect degree and a University to pursue my Masters in, the first being a good mixture of technical and business courses and the second, the school I would study in had to be a well-reputed. 

Samrudhi Yergude, MS ITM ‘24

The opportunities for growth, exposure, and networking at UTD were exceptional. The MSITM program at JSOM is an outstanding platform for anyone with an SAP background looking to advance their career. I highly recommend it to fellow students aspiring to excel in the SAP field. It’s truly the best place to build a solid foundation for your future.

Mani Atukuri, MSITM’ 23

HIRS Analyst | Paccar

Hello, my name is Mani Deep Atukuri. I pursued my master’s degree from ITM with a concentration in Enterprise Systems. My journey with SAP began when I worked at my first job with SuccessFactors, which piqued my interest and led me to pursue higher studies in the same field. During my first semester, I took the ERP with SAP course under the guidance of Professor Lou Thompson.

Kumar Gaurav, MS ITM ‘17

I embarked on a transformative journey at the UT Dallas, seeking to break free from professional stagnation. With 4 years of experience in project management and data analysis, I yearned for fresh skills and perspectives. The MS ITM program became my gateway to revitalization. Immersing myself in data warehousing, in-memory processing, and mastering data modeling, statistics and visualizations, I emerged equipped to seize challenging opportunities as a data engineer. The friendly environment, stellar faculties, and impactful courses have truly been the pillars of my successful transition and ongoing growth in the dynamic field of information technology.
Ruchita Parikh

Ruchita Parikh, MS’21

Technology Associate Consultant, SAP

With a background in SAP consulting, I wanted to pursue a master’s program that provided the right blend of SAP and management courses. The Information Technology and Management program at UT Dallas is one such program that offers the dedicated Enterprise Systems track with SAP courses and diverse options for electives.
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