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This research is a series of research related to the development of thesis advisory model based on management information system. This study aims to follow up the results of preliminary research that has been done to design a thesis advisory model at IAIN Bukittinggi, so the problems found in the initial research can be resolved. This research was conducted using research and development method with Borg and Gall model, with system development chosen as waterfall model. The results of this study produce a thesis advisory application based on management information systems called e-Consult. The term e-Consult means electronic consultations that can be utilized by departments, faculty, and students. This research is limited to the design process only, which will then be tested for the validity, effectiveness ,and practicality in further research.