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.
What Our Graduates Do—and How They Do It
Where Our Graduates Go
Source SteppingBlocks.com
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.
Career Outcomes Highlights
Full-Time Placement Rate – Fall 2024
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.
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)
Source U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual U.S Job Opening by Role
Source U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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.”
On-Campus
Employment
Explore graduate assistantships, research roles, and student jobs right on campus. Access listings through Handshake and get CPT guidance if you’re an international student.
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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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