Program Overview

Strategic Management of Information Systems

The Strategic Management of Information Systems master's programme prepares specialists capable of strategically planning, designing, and managing information systems that support organisational goals and digital transformation. The programme develops competencies at the intersection of information technologies, management, and strategic decision-making, with a strong emphasis on analytical thinking, innovation, and leadership.

Programme Details

• Advanced and dynamic, up-to-date professional knowledge
• Lecturers have extensive practical experience in business
• Development of practical skills

Presentation

Qualification Degree

• Degree of Master of Business Management

Department

• Faculty of Economics and Business Administration

Duration

• 1.5 years

City

• Vilnius

Field of Study Group

• Business and Public Administration

Field of Study

• Management

Credits

• 90.0

Study Form

• Full-time

Language

• English

Programme Plan

The study programme combines two related and especially relevant market fields: the potential for technological innovation and the strategic aspect of performance support, which is understood as the use of information systems for the implementation of organisations' strategies. During the course of your studies, you will learn information systems' design methods, strategic decision support systems when searching for knowledge integration opportunities between IT and strategic solutions. You will analyse interactions between Information Systems and users.

Admission Requirements

Entry Qualification

• Undergraduate diploma (or higher)
  • Note for non-EU/EFTA applicants: The gap since your completed Bachelor degree should not exceed five years.
• No less than 20 ECTS credits in the fields of microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and optional courses in the fields of economics, business and management; or at least 3 years of professional experience and a free-form statement from the employer, indicating the length of employment and the position held.
• Candidates with at least overall grade average of 60 % are eligible.
• If your qualification and motivation meet the requirements, you will receive an invitation for an interview with the Admissions Committee.
• Applicants to the study programme Finance and Banking (in Lithuanian and English) are awarded an additional point for passing the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) exam.
• The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Lithuanian.

Language Requirements

• English
  • The following language certificates are accepted for study programmes taught in English: IELTS Academic 6.5+, TOEFL iBT 81+, Cambridge English Exam 176+, Pearson PTE Academic 59+, LanguageCert IESOL B2, Duolingo English Test 120+, Password Skills Plus 6.5+ or another language proficiency certificate equivalent to B2 CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).
  • If your first language is English and/or if you have a university degree in English, you will be exempt from providing an English language test score.

Other Requirements

• At least 2 reference(s) should be provided.
• A motivation letter must be added to your application.
• Applicants from Bangladesh, Nepal and Pakistan must submit OMPT-A (Online Mathematics Placement Test) Certificate (minimum passing grade – 55%).

Admission Steps

1. Find your programme
2. Check the application dates
   • For international applicants:
     • 1 May for applicants from non-EU/EFTA countries
     • 1 July for applicants who are citizens of EU/EFTA countries and for non-EU/EFTA applicants with a 90-day visa-free period that has not yet been exceeded.
   • The academic year always begins on 1 September.
3. Check your eligibility and prepare the necessary documents
4. Pay the application fee and submit your application
   • The application fee is 100 EUR per application.
   • Each applicant can choose up to three programmes within one application.
5. Confirm the acceptance and pay the tuition fee
   • Students are obliged to confirm if they accept the study offer within 7 working days.
   • Students who are citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area countries and of other foreign countries, admitted to non-state-funded places in the first year of first-cycle and second-cycle studies through the University's foreign student application system, must pay the annual tuition fee within 15 calendar days from the date of the offer to study.

Learning Outcomes

• You will develop a comprehensive understanding of different information systems design methodologies and strategic decision support systems, including their unique features, applications, and impact on organizational efficiency
• You will be able to explore and evaluate opportunities for integrating IT systems with strategic solutions, aligning technological capabilities with business objectives to enhance decision-making and competitive advantage
• You will learn to conduct in-depth analyses of interactions between information systems and users, focusing on user experience, system usability, and their effect on productivity, satisfaction, and organizational goals
• You will acquire thorough knowledge of project management strategies, emphasizing the implementation of PMP (Project Management Professional) methods to plan, execute, monitor, and complete projects effectively within scope, time, and budget constraints

Financing

• Annual tuition fee for a state non-funded place: 5,460 EUR
• VU FEBA Admission scholarship

Career Prospects

Graduates of this program are equipped to bridge technological innovation with organisational strategy. They are prepared for roles in information systems management, IT strategy, digital transformation, and project leadership. With skills in systems design, strategic decision-support tools, PMP-based project management, and leadership development, they can analyse organisational needs, integrate IT solutions into strategic plans, and drive innovation. These specialists help modern organisations strengthen competencies, improve performance, and adapt to rapidly evolving technological environments.