Management of Information Technology MSc
Master
In Scarborough
Description
-
Type
Master
-
Location
Scarborough
The MSc in Management of Information Technology focuses on the management of the development of information technology solutions. A major knowledge gap exists between managers in industrial; commercial and governmental organisations that need to run the business but are confused by the IT systems; and those who deliver working IT solutions but are not addressing the business needs. The course will provide students with the opportunity to engage with technical and intellectual challenges that will enhance their ability to evaluate and manage Information Technology.
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
"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..."
Reviews
This centre's achievements
All courses are up to date
The average rating is higher than 3.7
More than 50 reviews in the last 12 months
This centre has featured on Emagister for 8 years
Subjects
- Management
- Leadership
- IT Project Management
- Global
- Consulting
- University
- Project
- Systems
- Technology
- Management Development
- Project Management
- IT Development
- IT Management
- Skills and Training
Course programme
If you’d like to know more about our courses, tweet us with your questions! #AskCU
— Coventry University (@covcampus) September 26, 2012 OVERVIEWThe MSc in Management of Information Technology focuses on the management of the development of information technology solutions. A major knowledge gap exists between managers in industrial, commercial and governmental organisations that need to run the business but are confused by the IT systems, and those who deliver working IT solutions but are not addressing the business needs. The course will provide students with the opportunity to engage with technical and intellectual challenges that will enhance their ability to evaluate and manage Information Technology.
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?
A special feature of this Masters in Management of Information Technology is the introduction to PRINCE2 which is the de-facto process-based method for effective management of projects across the world. This course will be suitable for students wishing to pursue careers such as; Management Consulting, Management, Leadership, Project Management in sectors such as; Consulting, IT/Technology, Telecoms, Aviation, Engineering and Manufacturing.
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 also be studying modules such as IT Strategy, Innovation and Knowledge Management, Humanitarian ICT, IT Project Management, Decision Support Systems, Supply Chain & Logistics Economics, Ubiquitous Computing and Leadership Development.
The modules studied are:
- IT Strategy
- Innovation and Knowledge Management
- Humanitarian Information and Communication Technologies
- IT Project Management (With PRINCE2)
- Decision Support Systems
- Supply Chain & Logistics Economics
- Ubiquitous Computing
- 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 of Information Technology MSc