The Industry Capstone for the Master of Science in Information Systems & AI (MSIS&AI) Program connects student teams with real-world business challenges through projects provided by industry partners. Throughout the Capstone, student teams act as IT consultants, leveraging the skills and knowledge gained from the MSIS&AI program to tackle real-world opportunities and challenges faced by businesses, governments, and society. Companies operate as clients, offering context and collaborating closely with students to ensure that the solutions address their specific needs.
More detailed information on the timeline, structure, content, and process of the industry capstone project can be found in the MSIS&AI Industry Capstone Prospectus [PDF].
The MSIS&AI program is now accepting applications from organizations interested in partnering with our talented MSIS&AI students to tackle business challenges using cutting edge tech. The deadline for submissions is November 6, 2026. Projects will kick-off in February 2027**.
**There is no cost to your organization in becoming a client. You do not need a defined project or solution to fill out the application.For questions, or more information, please contact us at: msis-capstone@umd.edu.