Information & Knowledge Strategy (IKNS)
The Master of Science in Information & Knowledge Strategy (IKNS) is a one and a half year full time program designed for students seeking advanced expertise in managing information systems, knowledge management, and strategic IT initiatives. The curriculum integrates data management, knowledge strategy, digital transformation, and applied research to provide a comprehensive understanding of how organizations leverage information and knowledge to achieve competitive advantage. Through this program, students develop strategic IT management skills, knowledge integration expertise, data driven decision making competencies, and analytical problem solving abilities, preparing them to lead information and knowledge initiatives in diverse organizational contexts.
This on campus program offers a hands on, interactive learning environment where lectures, workshops, seminars, and applied projects enable students to implement information strategies in real world scenarios. Students refine information systems design, knowledge management frameworks, data analytics, and strategic planning through case studies, collaborative projects, and research assignments. Graduates are prepared to work in consulting firms, corporate strategy departments, IT management roles, research institutions, and knowledge intensive organizations, equipping them to optimize information flow, improve organizational knowledge, and support strategic decision making that drives efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage.
Key information
Key Facts
- Program Title: Information & Knowledge Strategy (IKNS)
- Degree Type: Master of Science
- Duration: 1,5 years
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 18 January 2026
- Location: Columbia University, United States
- Field of Study: Information Technology (IT)
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations in Information & Knowledge Strategy
• Information Systems and Knowledge Management
• Strategic IT Management
• Data Analysis and Decision Making
• Research Methods in Information Strategy
Semester 2 – Advanced Knowledge Strategy Applications
• Knowledge Integration and Innovation
• Digital Transformation Strategies
• Seminar in Information and Knowledge Strategy
• Applied Project in Organizational Knowledge
Semester 3 – Applied Research and Strategic Implementation
• Capstone Project in Information & Knowledge Strategy
• Strategic Planning and IT Implementation
• Knowledge Management Evaluation and Optimization
• Elective Modules in Digital Innovation or Data Analytics
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in IT management, knowledge management, corporate strategy, consulting, and research roles. Career paths include knowledge manager, IT strategy consultant, data and information analyst, digital transformation specialist, and corporate strategist. Graduates are equipped to design and implement knowledge systems, analyze organizational information flows, optimize data driven strategies, and support high level decision making. The program also prepares learners for leadership roles in organizational knowledge initiatives, enabling them to guide innovation, improve information efficiency, and contribute to strategic growth in diverse sectors including technology, finance, consulting, and research.
Why Choose This Program
Students choose this program because it combines strategic IT management, knowledge integration, data driven decision making, and applied research experience within a one and a half year intensive framework. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical applications, allowing learners to acquire analytical, strategic, and managerial skills necessary for success in information and knowledge strategy. Graduates gain the knowledge, confidence, and competencies to pursue careers in IT management, consulting, corporate strategy, and research while contributing meaningfully to organizational knowledge optimization, innovation initiatives, and evidence based decision making.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +1 212 854 1754
Email: admissions@columbia.edu
Address: University of Columbia, Admissions Office, New York, NY, United States
