Management Information Systems MSc
Master
In Scarborough
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In the era of Big Data and the obvious dependence of modern businesses on information and its criticality; there is a need to train up and equip managers for the management of Information Systems. The MSc in Management Information Systems prepares the graduate for engagement with the industry at a managerial role; by equipping them with soft and hard related professional skills. These are skills in relation to the comprehension of the impact of information systems on business processes and achievements from a global perspective.
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"Entry Requirements An applicant for all programmes will normally be expected to possess at least one of the following:
minimum of a second class honours degree in relevant subjects
relevant professional qualification of an equivalent level
lower qualification plus appropriate and relevant experience at a professional level
satisfactory independent evidence of working for several years in a position commensurate with that of an honours degree graduate..."
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- Management
- Information Systems
- Management Information Systems
- Perspective
- Global
- University
- Project
- Systems
- Industry
- IT Development
- IT Management
- Skills and Training
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— Coventry University (@covcampus) September 26, 2012 OVERVIEWIn the era of Big Data and the obvious dependence of modern businesses on information and its criticality, there is a need to train up and equip managers for the management of Information Systems. The MSc in Management Information Systems prepares the graduate for engagement with the industry at a managerial role, by equipping them with soft and hard related professional skills. These are skills in relation to the comprehension of the impact of information systems on business processes and achievements from a global perspective.
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?
A special feature of this course is that students are exposed to Systems, Applications and Products (SAP). This is the world’s leading provider of enterprise business applications and solutions. This software launches students in contemporary methodology applicable to areas such as IT services, cloud, databases, analytics or mobile technologies.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?The course will provide a link between traditional, theoretical and topical skills in the management of information systems. The course will provide the students with the opportunity to engage with technical and intellectual challenges that will enhance their ability to evaluate and manage information systems. Students on this course will be studying modules such as IT Strategy, Innovation and Knowledge Management, Enterprise Systems, Big Data Leverage, Decision Support Systems, Business Simulation, Future Informatics and Leadership Development.
The modules studied are:
- IT Strategy
- Innovation and Knowledge Management
- Enterprise Systems
- Big Data Leverage
- Decision Support Systems
- Business Simulation
- Future Informatics
- Leadership Development
- Project
For the award of MSc you must also complete the Masters Project. The project component, which is often undertaken with a company, involves practical application and development of some of the knowledge and skills acquired in the taught modules.
As part of this course you will study Global Professional Development, a beneficial new 10-credit module developed in partnership with the CMI. Explore this module's content and benefits here.
Management Information Systems MSc