Career Outcomes
The EY Center for Career Advancement here at the Foster School of Business is a hub that connects students with industry professionals and the resources needed for career exploration, discovery of opportunities, and engagement in the community to foster new networks to shape your professional journey.
$108K
Average starting salary after graduation
94%
of Alumni promoted within three months of graduation
$16K
Average signing bonus
Career resources and services
Foster’s EY Center for Career Advancement offers career management services to Master of Science in Information Systems students.
Access to career services include:
Personalized guidance to advance your career with confidence.
One-on-one coaching empowers you to define what success looks like and build a strategy to achieve it. Our coaches help you make informed choices and stay aligned with your personal and professional values.
Work one-on-one to:
- Clarify goals and priorities
- Build a long-term vision
- Navigate key decisions and transitions
Get coaching for:
- Resume and cover letter refinement
- Portfolio development
- Targeted job and internship search strategies
- Overcoming professional roadblocks
Flexible, skill-building resources to boost your career readiness.
Designed for both independent learners and collaborative environments, workshops support your ongoing growth throughout your program.
Choose your format:
- Live sessions
- On-demand modules
Build essential skills:
- Resume writing
- LinkedIn optimization
- Elevator pitch development
- Personal branding
Practice with professionals and get feedback that sharpens your edge.
Mock interviews simulate real-world hiring situations, helping you refine your communication and problem-solving skills in a low-stakes environment.
Prepare for interview types:
- Functional (skills-based)
- Behavioral (experience-based)
- Case (consulting-style)
What you’ll gain:
Build your network and explore career paths through exclusive access to industry leaders.
Engage with peers and professionals from across Foster’s degree offerings for broader connections and insights. Gain access to Private LinkedIn groups and Foster’s online alumni directory.
Explore opportunities
These experiences expand your reach and deepen your understanding of industries, roles, and workplace cultures, essential preparation for your next step.
- Networking mixers
- Coffee chats
- Company info sessions
- Industry panels
- Company visits
- Speaker series
- Career fairs
One-on-one mentorship from industry veterans to support your career growth.
Mentorship at Foster provides deeper insight into industry trends, leadership paths, and decision-making strategies. It’s a personalized relationship focused on long-term growth.
Get matched with experienced alumni and Senior professionals in your field.
Explore:
- Real-world leadership decisions
- Long-term career alignment
- Strategic thinking at the executive level
Immersive career exploration experiences across top business hubs.
These curated visits introduce you to a variety of roles, functions, and company cultures in key cities. They also help you determine if relocation aligns with your goals.
Explore cities like:
- San Francisco
- Austin
- Portland
- And beyond
Each trek includes:
- Behind-the-scenes company access
- Candid conversations with leadership
- Exposure to workplace culture and regional ecosystems
Alumni Success Stories
Leverage the power of 60,000+ alumni across the globe to achieve your career goals.
The MSIS Journey that Led to Costco
Bringing Internet and Mentorship to Underserved Communities
Reaching for the Clouds: A Career at Blue Origin
Popular job titles and major employers
Companies Hiring
Foster MSIS Graduates
Carrix
Costco
Expedia
HP
Lyft, Inc.
Microsoft
NVIDIA
Stripe
University of Washington
Verisign
Job Titles of
Foster MSIS Graduates
Business Analyst
Data Analyst
Financial Analyst
Information Security Analyst
Platform Engineer
Product Manager
Program Manager
Project Manager
Software Engineer
Technical Program Manager
Salary Data Breakdown
By years of experience
Less than 2 years experience
$93K
2-4 years experience
$116K
4-7 years experience
$120K
7+ years experience
$127K
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