The Master’s of Information Systems (MIS) program is focused on the acquisition of information technology theory, and the application of theory and practice to real world business opportunities and challenges. The courses provide current theory and knowledge of essential information technology. While courses examine a broad range of information technology resources, they emphasize the management of such resources in order to meet an organization's challenges and goals. The program has five main threads: Business Systems Analysis and Design, Programming, Databases, Networks and Telecommunications, and the Web. A total of 30 graduate credits are required to complete the University of Phoenix Master of Information Systems.