M.S. in IT – Software Design and Management

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Find your degree of interest from one of our many programs of study offered 100% online.

Liberty University's online programs offer you the flexibility to study at your own pace, from your home or office, while retaining a level of structure that will help you stay on track toward achieving your educational goals. You'll receive a quality education - that is both flexible and affordable - from an accredited institution.

Master of Science in Information Technology Software Design and Management

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Lead Development Projects by Earning an Online Master’s in IT – Software Design and Management Degree

Information technology is a growing and competitive business; its influence ranges from business strategies to creating complicated computer games. This vast technological empire requires individuals with the curiosity, creative eye, and passion for creating software which ensures detail and quality for an excellent product. Liberty University’s Master of Science in Information Technology – Software Design and Management can help provide you with the edge needed as a software designer by imparting management, business, and networking skills essential to a well-rounded degree. Each course taken can help challenge you to integrate ethics and business into the world of information technology as well as provide skill sets to help you further your career.

Due to the flexible and affordable nature of the 100% online degree program format, you can maintain your regular activity while pursuing your Masters in Information Technology. Whether you are seeking to advance in your career field or become more marketable, Liberty University’s information technology master’s degree will train you with unique skills and abilities, taught through a Christian worldview.

What Will You Study in the Online Master’s in IT – Software Design and Management Degree?

  • Secure software engineering
  • Software development management
  • Software design
  • Statistical analysis and data mining

Under our masters in information technology – software design and management online degree, you will train with leading individuals in the area of information technology to accumulate practical application and a better understanding of what the position truly encompasses. This exciting career field will require diligence and creativity as well as a passion for solving virtual complexities. Following Liberty’s goal of Training Champions for Christ, you will meet and surpass these qualifications to serve as a sought-after software designer, capable of leading a team to successful outcomes.

Potential Career Options with a Degree in IT – Software Design and Management

  • Application designer
  • Database administrator
  • Database analyst
  • Software programmer

Program Highlights for the Online Masters in IT – Software Design and Management

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online Master of Science in Information Technology – Software Design & Management degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.

      Military Benefits

      Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

      • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
      • Reserve/National Guard
      • Veterans/retirees
      • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
      • Current Department of Defense employees

      We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

      • Tuition discounts – $290 per credit hour for graduate courses
      • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a  First Responder
      • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year and no set login times

       

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      Credit Hours

      SACSCOC

      Class Type

      100% online, 8-week courses

      Transfer Credits

      Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

      Next Start Date

      Jan 19, 2026

      Accreditation

      Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

      Master of Science in Information Technology Software Design and Management

      • 100% online programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level.*
      • Earn credit for prior learning.
      • Transfer in up to 75% of a bachelor’s degree.
      • Transfer in up to 50% of a master’s degree.

      * excludes licensure, certification, and some doctoral programs

      Your goals on your time

      We are committed to helping you achieve your goals and complete your degree as quickly as possible. One of our admissions counselors is ready to assist you with starting the process.

      Contact Us: (800) 424-9595

      Why Choose Liberty University?

      Prepare for a Career

      Go from merely surviving in your current job to thriving in the career of your dreams.

      Enjoy Flexible Courses

      Complete assignments at your own pace, at a time convenient to you within each week.

      Access Academic Support

      Access our electronic and print resources through the Jerry Falwell Library, writing resources, study aids, and IT support.

      Grow in Your Faith

      Each of our programs is grounded in biblical principles, and our professors consider teaching to be more than a job – it’s their calling.

      Liberty’s online courses give you the ability to choose when and where you study.

      Financing Options

      Financial Aid

      87% of all Liberty students in an online program are awarded financial aid.

      Tuition Discounts

      Available for military service members, including active duty, reserve, veterans, and their spouses, as well as emergency response personnel.

      Corporate Tuition Assistance

      Deferred – If your company reimburses you for the cost of your education, you submit your grades to your employer who pays you, and then you pay for your classes.

      Other Payment Options are Available

      Contact one of our admissions counselors for more information by calling (800) 424-9595.

       

      An Accredited Private Education Made for You

      As a nonprofit university, we have been pioneering distance education since 1985 and offer a unique and proven approach to online education.

      Along with our advanced accreditations, we also have been recognized by the following organizations for our excellence in education.

      Niche Best Colleges badge

      Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.