MSc Information Technology Management
Program Overview
MSc Information Technology Management
Overview
Advance your career in Information Systems (IS) and Information Technology (IT) management with our MSc in Information Technology Management. Ideal for both newcomers and experienced practitioners, this course develops your knowledge, understanding, and professional competency in managing IS/IT in modern organizations.
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Why choose this course?
This course is ideally suited to you if you have limited, or no experience of IS/IT management or if you are an existing IS/IT practitioner seeking to enhance your IS/IT management skills.
- Develop in-depth knowledge of IS/IT management principles and practices
- Learn to apply theoretical concepts to real-world business contexts
- Enhance your professional competency and leadership skills in IT management
- Gain skills in research methods and problem-solving applicable to IT challenges
- Prepare for a wide range of career opportunities in the rapidly evolving IT sector
The course offers flexible study options to suit your needs:
- Full-time: 12 months (3 semesters) for September start, or 16 months (4 semesters) for January start
- Part-time: 2 years for both September and January starts
What's unique about this course?
Code your success story in our Information Technology program - ranked an impressive 21st in the UK!
- Versatile Program: Suitable for both beginners and experienced IT practitioners looking to enhance their management skills.
- Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Develop advanced theoretical concepts and contemporary applications within appropriate frameworks.
- Professional Competency: Gain high-level skills in IS/IT management applicable to all types of organizations.
- Critical Thinking: Develop research, problem-solving, and critical reflective analysis skills crucial for successful IS/IT managers.
- Flexible Study Options: Choose between full-time (12 months) or part-time (2 years) study to suit your needs and schedule.
What happens on the course?
- Study core modules covering research methods, project management, and systems acquisition
- Develop skills in business analysis and e-business design management
- Engage in practical projects and case studies relevant to current IT management challenges
- Complete a dissertation allowing deep exploration of an IT management topic
- Benefit from a blend of theoretical learning and practical application
Course Modules
Year 1
- Applied Project Management
- Module: 7CI011
- Credits: 20
- Period: 1
- Type: Core
- Data Management
- Module: 7CI006
- Credits: 20
- Period: 1
- Type: Core
- Hardware and Software Systems
- Module: 7CI014
- Credits: 20
- Period: 1
- Type: Core
- Information Assurance
- Module: 7CS018
- Credits: 20
- Period: 1
- Type: Core
- ITM and Computer Science Dissertation
- Module: 7CS106
- Credits: 60
- Period: 1
- Type: Core
- Research Methods in Computing
- Module: 7CC009
- Credits: 20
- Period: 1
- Type: Core
- Systems Acquisition and IS/IT Management
- Module: 7CC015
- Credits: 20
- Period: 1
- Type: Core
Potential Career Paths
- IT Project Manager
- Chief Information Officer (CIO)
- IT Consultant
- Business Systems Analyst
- Information Security Manager
IT Project Manager
Leading and overseeing complex IT projects from inception to completion.
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Directing the overall technology strategy of an organization.
IT Consultant
Advising businesses on how to use information technology effectively to meet their objectives.
Business Systems Analyst
Analyzing business needs and translating them into IT requirements.
Information Security Manager
Overseeing the security of an organization's computer networks and systems.
Additional Information
Why Wolverhampton?
This course will appeal to anyone who is looking to advance in Information System Management. The topics are practical, with an emphasis on the application of the knowledge gained and applied to many learning situations, including the use of case studies, live round-table debate, team-working exercises, applied coursework, blended learning environments, and independent study. You will be encouraged to gain knowledge in your field through extensive reading, and to apply this research in a more formal way. The completion of a dissertation demonstrates the range of academic and professional skills gained at the University of Wolverhampton. Students will have support within classroom time and dedicated workshops, small working groups, and personal tutors to develop the student to help gain a higher level of achievement.
You will also have the benefit of relevant experience of staff in disciplines.
What skills will you gain?
At the end of this course you, the student, will be able to:
- Evaluate and learn to apply appropriate theories, tools and techniques to a range of IT Management situations; develop and apply IT Management strategies through case studies or practical business contexts. Students will learn to see the IT system from both an IT and organisational perspective.
- Critically evaluate the complex issues related to Data governance, the structure of data management, and the frameworks for managing data successfully.
- Coordinate and apply both project management and quality assurance techniques to complex project situations; professionally evaluate benefits gained and lessons learnt through practical application.
- Make informed decisions on the management of modern information systems architectures, justifying choices for given situations
- Appraise, critique and evaluate the most appropriate methods for the Acquisition, Development and Implementation of Information Technology and Systems within a variety of contexts.
- Conduct research into advanced areas of IT Management, deal professionally with complex issues (by understanding and addressing a range of ethical, social and legal issues as they occur), make sound judgements in the absence of complete data and communicate conclusions clearly through appropriate media.
Course Fees and Finance
| Location | Mode | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Full-time | £8815 per year | |
| Home | Full-time | £9088 per year | |
| Home | Part-time | £4408 per year | |
| Home | Part-time | £4544 per year | |
| International | Full-time | £15950 per year | |
| International | Full-time | £16950 per year |
These fees relate to new entrants only for the academic year indicated for entry onto the course, any subsequent years study may be subject to an annual increase, usually in line with inflation.
Entry Requirements
A lower second honours degree or equivalent in a related subject.
A Postgraduate Certificate in a related subject or equivalent with a minimum of grade C in all modules.
International Applicants
Your qualifications need to be deemed equivalent to the above entry requirements.
- English Language requirements are normally IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each area (unless otherwise stated) or equivalent accepted qualification English Language Requirements
- For further information relating to overseas qualification please use the following link
Funding
Postgraduate Loan(Home Fee Status):
You may be able to get a postgraduate student loan from Student Finance England of up to £12,858 to help pay for a Master’s degree. Applications are made through Student Finance England and more information on the regulations and eligibility criteria can be found at Masters Loans gov.uk. Any RPL will invalidate your eligibility as you must study a minimum of 180 credits
Changes for EU students:
The UK government has confirmed that EU students starting courses from 1 August 2021 will normally be classified as Overseas (International) students for fee purposes. More information about the change is available at UKCISA:
EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
Postgraduate Loyalty Discount:
You can get 20% discount on a taught on-site postgraduate course if you’re a University of Wolverhampton Graduate.
The University offers a generous 20% Loyalty Discount to students progressing from an undergraduate programme to a taught postgraduate programme, where both courses are University of Wolverhampton Awards.
There is no time limit on how long ago you completed your degree as long as this is your first Masters level qualification.
The discount applies to the first year of enrolment only. Students who receive a loyalty discount are not entitled to any further tuition discount or bursary. For full terms and conditions click here.
Self-funded:
If you are paying for the fees yourself then the fees can be paid in 3 instalments: November, January and April. More information can be found by clicking here.
Sponsored - Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees:
Your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.
We must receive notification of sponsorship in writing as soon as possible, and before enrolment , confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.
Financial Hardship:
Students can apply to the Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund for help with course related costs however this cannot be used for fees or to cover general living costs.
Charitable Funding:
You might also want to explore the possibility of funding from charitable trusts. Please contact Association of Charitable Foundations, Directory of Social Change or Family Aid. Most charities and trust funds offer limited bursaries targeted to specific groups of students so you will need to research whether any of them are relevant to your situation.
You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.
