Institute for the Management of Information Systems

Introduction

Degree Pathway

An IMIS qualification really means something. No wonder that student numbers are rapidly increasing, both in the UK and overseas. The key to the growing appeal of IMIS courses is that they provide real qualifications for the real world. IMIS's own highly respected framework of written examinations cover all levels.

At LSM, students meeting the minimum entry requirement are prepared for the two year Higher Diploma. On completion, students may join the final year (Top-Up year) of any UK university's BSc course.

Foundation Year (2 semesters of 15 weeks, commencing September, January, April & July) (Year 0)

Semester 1

• Introduction to Business Communication
• Computing Awareness
• Computers & Computing

Semester 2

• Introduction to Quantitative Methods
• Book-Keeping
• Office Practice and Procedures
• Introduction to Business

Year 1 (Three terms of 10 weeks, commencing September,January, April & July)

Term 1

• Programming With Visual Basic.Net
• Software Development
• Business Fundamental

Term 2

• Business Information System
• Internet technology
• Programming with Visual Basic.Net II

Term 3

• Computer Organisation
• Professional Issues in Information System
• Web Design

Year 2 (Three terms of 10 weeks, commencing September,January, April & July)

Term 1

• IT service Management
• Database Systems
• IS Strategy

Term 2

• Software Engineering methodology
• OOSAD
• Research Methodology

Term 3

• Professional Issues in Information System
• Project Management
• Project

Year 3 - Top-Up Year

On completion of the two year course, students may now apply for the 3rd and final year of a degree programme. Candidates have a number of universities to choose from, including our recommendation of University Hertfordshire. Please note that the tuition fee for the final year (Top-Up year) is not included.