Management of Business Information Technology, MSc

Program Overview

The University of Greenwich's MSc in Management of Business Information Technology equips students with the technical and managerial skills to manage IT projects effectively. The program covers systems design, user experience, project management, and IT auditing, preparing graduates for careers in industry, commerce, or research. Graduates gain practical experience through coursework, exams, and a project, and the program is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This MSc program in Management of Business Information Technology aims to equip students with the skills necessary to manage software projects effectively, monitor their progress, and analyze outcomes. The program is designed for individuals with a good first degree in any discipline, particularly those with a background in business or relevant work experience. The curriculum focuses on understanding the information technologies used in e-commerce and their role in modern business organization and management. Students will explore both technical aspects like systems design and user experience, as well as managerial elements such as project management, IT auditing, and governance. By the end of the program, graduates will be able to:

• Develop systems based on specific requirements, considering graphic user interface and database implementation.
• Possess the project management skills essential for IT consultancy and strategic decision-making.

Outline:

Full-time:

Year 1:

• Compulsory Modules:
• MSc Project (60 credits)
• Systems Design and Development (15 credits)
• User Experience Design (15 credits)
• Project Management (15 credits)
• Web and Intranet Content Management (15 credits)
• Essential Professional and Academic Skills for Masters Students (15 credits)
• Optional Modules (Choose 30 credits):
• Managing IT Security and Risk (15 credits)
• User Centred Web Engineering (15 credits)
• Software Quality Management (15 credits)
• Optional Modules (Choose 30 credits):
• Systems Modelling (15 credits)
• Audit and Security (15 credits)
• Strategic IT (15 credits)
• Outsourcing and Organisational Awareness (15 credits)

Part-time:

Year 1:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Systems Design and Development (15 credits)
• User Experience Design (15 credits)
• Project Management (15 credits)
• Web and Intranet Content Management (15 credits)
• Essential Professional and Academic Skills for Masters Students (15 credits)

Year 2:

• Compulsory Modules:
• MSc Project (60 credits)
• Optional Modules (Choose 30 credits):
• Managing IT Security and Risk (15 credits)
• User Centred Web Engineering (15 credits)
• Software Quality Management (15 credits)
• Optional Modules (Choose 30 credits):
• Systems Modelling (15 credits)
• Audit and Security (15 credits)
• Strategic IT (15 credits)
• Outsourcing and Organisational Awareness (15 credits)

Assessment:

The program utilizes a combination of assessment methods, including:

• Coursework
• Examinations
• Project
Some modules may also incorporate practice assessments, presentations, demonstrations, and reports to monitor progress and facilitate continuous improvement.

Teaching:

• Methods:
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Practical work in labs
• Smaller group discussions to delve deeper into lecture topics
• Faculty:
• The teaching team comprises academics and practitioners with experience in various aspects of Computing and Management of Information Systems.
• The majority of the team holds a teaching qualification.

Careers:

Graduates from this program are well-prepared for employment in various sectors, including:

• Industry
• Commerce
• Research
They gain proficiency in key theoretical and practical areas related to the management of modern information systems.

Other:

• The program is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, partially fulfilling the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

Home/international fees 2024/25

£11,000 /£18,150