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  2. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Major in Computer Science (Information Management Concentration Entering with Bachelor's Degree)

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Major in Computer Science (Information Management Concentration Entering with Bachelor's Degree)

Texas State University

Doctoral DegreeAcademic

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Credits

78 credits

Format

In-Person

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Credentials this program stacks toward

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Course Pathway

50 courses in this program

150 courses
MSEC 7302
3 credits
MSEC 7301
3 credits
MATH 7321
3 credits
ED 7359
3 credits
CS 7999
9 credits
CS 7699
6 credits
CS 7599
5 credits
CS 7399
3 credits
CS 7387
3 credits
CS 7352
3 credits
CS 7351
3 credits
CS 7343
3 credits
CS 7342
3 credits
CS 7341
3 credits
CS 7334
3 credits
CS 7333
3 credits
CS 7332
3 credits
CS 7331
3 credits
CS 7324
3 credits
CS 7323
3 credits
CS 7322
3 credits
CS 7321
3 credits
CS 7315
3 credits
CS 7314
3 credits
CS 7313
3 credits
CS 7312
3 credits
CS 7311
3 credits
CS 7300
3 credits
CS 7299
2 credits
CS 7199
1 credits
CS 7100
1 credits
CS 5396
3 credits
CS 5395
3 credits
CS 5394
3 credits
CS 5393
3 credits
CS 5392
3 credits
CS 5391
3 credits
CS 5352
3 credits
CS 5351
3 credits
CS 5346
3 credits
CS 5343
3 credits
CS 5341
3 credits
CS 5338
3 credits
CS 5334
3 credits
CS 5332
3 credits
CS 5329
3 credits
CS 5326
3 credits
CS 5318
3 credits
CS 5310
3 credits
CS 5306
3 credits
Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

CS 7300Introduction to Research in Computer Science
3 cr
CS 7311Data-Driven Computational Methods and Infrastructure
3 cr
CS 7312Advanced Data Mining
3 cr
CS 7313Advanced Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition
3 cr
CS 7314Bioinformatics
3 cr
CS 7321Human Computer Interaction: Concepts, Models, and
3 cr
CS 7322Human Factors and Ergonomics
3 cr
CS 7323Image Processing and Computer Vision
3 cr
CS 7324HCI Paradigms for Animation, Visualization, and Virtual/
3 cr
CS 7315Network Science
3 cr
CS 7387Research in Computer Science
3 cr
CS 7331High-Performance Computing
3 cr
CS 7332Advanced Parallel Computing
3 cr
CS 7352Real-time Systems
3 cr
CS 7333Advanced Green Computing
3 cr
CS 7334Scalable High Performance Computing Systems
3 cr
CS 7341Cyberspace Security
3 cr
CS 7342Advanced Computer Networking
3 cr
CS 5306Advanced Operating Systems
3 cr
CS 7343Mobile Networks and Computing
3 cr
CS 5310Network and Communication Systems
3 cr
CS 7351Advanced Software Engineering
3 cr
CS 5318Principles of Programming Languages
3 cr
CS 5326Advanced Studies in Human Factors of Computer Science
3 cr
CS 5329Algorithm Design and Analysis
3 cr
CS 5332Data Base Theory and Design
3 cr
CS 7100Graduate Computer Science Internship
1 cr
CS 5334Advanced Internet Information Processing
3 cr
CS 5338Formal Languages
3 cr
CS 5341Advanced Network Programming
3 cr
CS 5343Wireless Communications and Networks
3 cr
CS 5346Advanced Artificial Intelligence
3 cr
CS 5351Parallel Processing
3 cr
CS 5352Distributed Computing
3 cr
CS 5391Survey of Software Engineering
3 cr
CS 5392Formal Methods in Software Engineering
3 cr
CS 5393Software Quality
3 cr
CS 5394Advanced Software Engineering Project
3 cr
CS 5395Independent Study in Advanced Computer Science
3 cr
CS 5396Advanced Software Engineering Processes and Methods
3 cr
ED 7359Seminar in Quantitative Research
3 cr
MATH 7321Graph Theory
3 cr
MSEC 7301Practical Skills in Commercialization and Entrepreneurship
3 cr
MSEC 7302Leadership Skills in Commercialization and
3 cr
CS 7199Dissertation
1 cr
CS 7299Dissertation
2 cr
CS 7399Dissertation
3 cr
CS 7599Dissertation
5 cr
CS 7699Dissertation
6 cr
CS 7999Dissertation
9 cr
Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Texas

    Texas

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

SpeakingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingWritingJudgment and Decision MakingMonitoring

Knowledge

Computers and ElectronicsCustomer and Personal ServiceTelecommunicationsEnglish LanguageEducation and Training

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionNear VisionProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningInformation OrderingSpeech RecognitionSpeech Clarity

Tasks

  • Oversee the daily performance of computer systems.
  • Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating s
  • Read technical manuals, confer with users, or conduct computer diagnostics to investigate and resolv

Technology

Word processing softwareInternet directory services softwareDocument management softwareDevelopment environment softwareGraphics or photo imaging software

Tools

Computer tool kitsDesktop computersDigital tapesMS-DOS-bootable disksMainframe computersMulti-line telephone systemsNetwork analyzersNotebook computersPower metersPunchdown toolsRedundant array of independent disks RAID systemsReflectometersScrewdriversWire crimpers

Work Values

RelationshipsWorking ConditionsAchievementSupportIndependenceRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOCOccupationMethodWageGrowthOpenings
Match confidence: medium15-1232.00Computer User Support Specialiststitle_inference$60,340 median$98,010 top-3.7%-2,700
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: advanced (Level 4)(based on Doctoral Degree)

  • Organizational IT support strategy and service delivery standards — define and implement across departments, aligning help desk operations with business objectives and budget constraints.
  • Requirements for enterprise-wide system upgrades or new technology adoption — lead stakeholder consultation with staff, management, and vendors to establish scope, priorities, and success criteria.
  • Junior and mid-level support specialists — mentor and develop through structured coaching, knowledge-sharing sessions, and constructive performance feedback.
  • Support policies, escalation frameworks, and incident response protocols — author and institutionalize to govern consistent, high-quality technical assistance across the organization.
  • Systemic infrastructure vulnerabilities and recurring failure patterns — identify through data-driven analysis of support records and system monitoring outputs, driving proactive remediation initiatives.
  • Vendor relationships and technology procurement decisions — evaluate and influence by translating operational support data into evidence-based recommendations for leadership.
  • Cross-functional IT projects involving hardware refresh, software rollout, or office relocation — lead coordination among support teams, stakeholders, and external contractors to ensure seamless execution.
  • Organizational knowledge management systems — oversee curation and governance of, ensuring technical documentation remains current, searchable, and actionable for all support tiers.
  • Support team performance indicators and SLA compliance — review regularly and present findings to management, recommending staffing, tooling, or process adjustments as warranted.
  • Emerging technologies relevant to end-user computing — evaluate through active learning and pilot programs, advising senior leadership on adoption readiness and workforce training requirements.

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Student Outcomes

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