Program Overview

MSc in Information Technology Management

Course Details

• Full Time
• Part Time
• Duration: 1+ year
• Intake Date: 25 August 2025, 15 December 2025
• Awarding Body: APU, Malaysia
• Duration: 2 years 6 months
• Intake Date: 13 June 2025, 15 August 2025, 31 October 2025
• Awarding Body: APU, Malaysia

Why choose APU?

• Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
• 5-Star Excellence Rating (SETARA)
• 100% Employability Rate
• Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
• More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni

Part-Time Module Schedule

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Dual Degree

• APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme
• Students who are under Masters Degree Programme will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme.
• Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.

ACCREDITATION

• More than just an Information Technology Management Master Programme
• You have the exciting opportunity of enrolling for the APU-CMI Dual Accreditation by registering for a qualification through APU.
• Students under MSc in Information Technology Management will have the option to also opt-in for a CMI L7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice which will be awarded subject to moderation by CMI.

Requirements

• Entry Requirements
• General Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the Senate.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate and with relevant working experience, subject to a rigorous internal assessment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses.
• English Requirements
  • IELTS: 5.5
  • Students from English speaking countries and those with qualifications taught in English (previous Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree taught in English) are exempted from English requirements. Applications for exemption must be accompanied by supporting documents.

Programme Outline

• What We Teach
  • An opportunity to demonstrate how the application of computer-related technology is an integral part of an efficient business environment.
  • An emphasis on the understanding of how an effective computer system is a key factor in enabling a business to gain a competitive and strategic edge.
  • An overall consideration of how IT can be managed in the organisation.
  • An understanding of how strategic IT frameworks can be established to enhance the capability of the organisation.
• The Benefits of the Programme
  • Demonstrate professional competencies in one or more specialist branches of IT Management.
  • Draw upon the body of theoretical and technical knowledge available and be able to use this to professional advantage.
  • Communicate effectively in technical and professional environments.
  • Show initiative and independence of thought in technical project planning and design.
  • Appreciate how an efficient technology-based infrastructure is a key factor in enabling a business to gain a competitive edge.
  • Demonstrate a critical awareness of the importance of IT in the development of systems.
  • Develop an appreciation of the management context within which software and IT systems are developed.
  • Critically analyse, design and evaluate possible developments in a specialised area of discipline in order to further the knowledge and understanding of an IT management environment.
• Who Should Attend
  • This programme is geared towards industry or business professionals who are seeking to develop their careers in the management of technological systems and/or their production for the benefit of organisations.
  • Managers within organisations where information technology plays a vital role in the managerial functions and the efficient operation of the organisation will find this programme very useful.

Modules & Project

• Pre-Requisite Modules (for non-computing students)
  • Duration: 1 month (Full-time) / 2 months (Part-time)
  • Programming in Python
  • Database for Data Science
  • Systems Development Methods
• Core Modules
  • Managing Software Development Projects
  • Technology Management
  • Digital Execution
  • Strategic Planning and Systems Development
  • Business Intelligence Systems
  • Research Methodology in Computing and Engineering
  • Managing Organisations
  • Project Paper
• Elective Modules
  • Choose 1
    • Internet Applications
    • Enterprise Applications
  • Choose 2
    • Information Security Architectures
    • Network Design & Performance
    • Data Management
• Project
  • You are required to complete industry-based major projects where possible, however the emphasis must be placed on an effective demonstration of how the application of computer-related technology can be part of the business environment.
  • It is expected that the project would devise, recommend or implement innovative solutions to the problem areas.

Facilities

• Facilities at APU
• The APU Centre Point & Atrium serves as a melting pot of cultures from all over the world.
• Here, cultural activities are organised regularly at the campus, fostering long-lasting intercultural relationships among APU students, who come from over 130 countries.

Career Path

• Your Career Path
• Senior IT Consultant
• IT Recruitment Consultant
• IT Manager
• IT Project Manager
• Technical Support Manager
• Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
• Chief Information Officer (CIO)
• IT Infrastructure Manager
• Innovation Manager
• IT Director

Fees & Certification

• Ready, Set, Go.
• Whether you are locals or traveling here, we have the options for you to pursue your dreams.
• Malaysian: RM34,800
• International: RM38,800 (USD9,025)
• MQA Cert
• Programme code: (R/0611/7/0012)(07/27)(MQA/FA8835)
• Fees stated above do not include Enrolment Fees, Registration Fees and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details.
• All information is correct at the time of publication, but is subject to change in the interest of continuing improvement.