Master of Library and Information Science : IU Indianapolis Bulletin

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Master of Library and Information Science

Information literacy, metadata management, and other modern challenges are the focus of what we study as experts in library science and data technology.

Now you can expand your skills without putting your life on hold, by earning your Master of Library Science (M.L.I.S.) degree online through at the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering at IU Indianapolis. Graduates join a community of highly regarded professionals who provide creative, data-driven ideas that empower library patrons, corporations, civic groups, and our communities.

IU Indianapolis’ Department of Library and Information Science is 100% online and specializes in fostering collaborative learning from a distance. We create an environment that allows you to work from home or wherever you need to be.

Our Master of Library Science, the entry degree for a professional librarian, is accredited by the American Library Association (ALA-MLS). Universally required for professionals in academic libraries, the MLS is essential for leadership in public libraries and provides valuable management skills.

Degree Requirements (39 credits) - Generalist

Foundation (6 cr.)

LIS-S 500 Methods and Tools for the Information Profession
LIS-S 507 Tools and Technologies for the Information Professions

Specialization Core (9 cr.)

LIS-S 501 Information Sources and Services
LIS-S 502 Acquisitions and Management of Knowledge and Information
LIS-S 503 Organization and Representation of Knowledge and Information

Specialization Core: Research and Evaluation (3 cr.)

Choose one:

LIS-S 505 Evaluation of Information Sources and Services
LIS-S 506 Introduction to Research

Specialization Core: Management (3 cr.)

Choose one:

LIS-S 552 Academic Library Management
LIS-S 553 Public Library Management
LIS-S 555 Digital Services Management

Open Electives (18 cr.)

Choose 18 credit hours of coursework.

Plans of Study (Specializations)

Each specialization lists electives. However, these are recommendations or suggestions. Any course not listed under Foundations or Specialization Core for your specialization can be an elective. Pre-requisites required for a course but not for a specialization will count towards a student’s electives.