Testimonials

What top IS executives are saying about Alabama's MIS-MBA program:

“I love the synergy that takes place between the MBAs and the undergraduates as they jointly undertake a client's project. Each brings a unique but complementary perspective and skill set, and as a result they learn from each other. The faculty member serves as mentor and coach. I am amazed at the quality of the students coming from this program. I hope other universities adopt this approach to MIS education.”

Ron Griffin,
Partner, Griffin Anderson

“The curriculum is grounded in reality, with a strong emphasis on projects and working as a team. It is my personal observation that MIS graduates from Alabama come to us with a clear understanding of what it takes to make an IT project successful and the tremendous sense of pride of accomplishment when the job is done. Students who successfully navigate this curriculum are highly sought after. If students want a career in information technology and are wondering how to get there, the MBA MIS program at the University of Alabama is the ticket. No doubt about it.”

Terry Assink,
CIO, Kimberly - Clark

“The University of Alabama's MBA MIS program increases the immediate value of its graduates. The graduates have an understanding of business process and are educated on how to find and apply enabling technologies against them. The University of Alabama produces professionals who are ready to contribute to a company's bottom line through value oriented solutions.”

David Meany,
Customer Solutions Manager, Cisco Systems

“The University of Alabama Techno MBA program produces MIS professionals with the skills and intellectual knowledge that companies are seeking. Our experience with the graduates from this program has been very positive and their contributions to our business have been invaluable." It is evident that the comprehensive curriculum has prepared them for the challenges in today's dynamic business world.”

Alston Noah,
Chairman, EVault

“UA's MBA MIS program provides the graduates of this program the foundations to enter business with strong pragmatic analysis and delivery perspectives focused on business need. Lithonia Lighting is looking to these graduates to strengthen our team through adding rigor to our processes and to become the future leaders and managers of our Information Technology business unit.”

Jeffrey F. Kernan,
VP of Infogistics and CIO, Acuity Brands

“I’m impressed with how the MBAs are prepared. It seems to be one of the best structured programs in the country, and the students coming out with an MBA are ready and able to step into the roles that businesses require these days.”

Bradford Crandell,
Principal, Hewitt Associates LLC.

“This program is innovative, forward thinking, and market responsive. I speak to faculty on a regular basis, and each time I am told of an improvement made based on industry or alumni feedback, or changes in best practices. I am so proud of this program and the role the MIS Forum plays in its success.”

Marta Foster,
IS Director, Procter and Gamble