Programme Specification for 2012/13

MSc Information Systems Management

Student testimonials "Doing the MSc gave me the skills and confidence to succeed at the highest level." Alexander Sfarjilani

We live in a world increasingly dependent upon the use of technology and information. The art of representing information by technology is fast becoming an inexact and blurred science.

The Information Engineer of the future must be equipped with the appropriate skills to meet these challenges. Managing various aspects of information systems used by companies is one of the key skills required by computing and IT specialists.

The ISM postgraduate programme aims to provide students with sound knowledge of planning and control of information systems. It will give students the skills and knowledge of tools to build effective systems incorporating databases and front end, web based technologies.

The ISM MSc programme also aims to develop the ability of students to critically analyse information and effectively use methods to understand information and information systems. In addition, it will enable students to make informed decisions concerning the use of information systems in a business environment.

Typical content
The following is an indication of current programme content. However, the rapidly changing nature of the subject area means that both the courses offered, and individual course content, are likely to change in future years. Finally note that certain combinations of options may not be available.
For details of timetabling and study patterns, see the timetables page. Masters students take 120 credits of taught courses and undertake a 60-credit project. All courses are 15 credits unless otherwise stated.

Core courses:

• Project (60 credits) - a substantial individual project on a topic chosen by the student
• System Modelling
• Systems Planning & Management
• Information, Methods & Culture
• Project Management

Options (a total of 60 credits) chosen from:

• Applications Development or Data Warehousing
• Audit & Security
• Interaction Design
• Internet & Intranet Technologies - Enterprise Systems
• Strategic IT for e-Business
• Requirements Analysis
• Internet & Web Technologies - Open Source
• Business Analytical Reporting
• Outsourcing & IT Management
• Web & Intranet Content Management

Specifics

Entry requirements
A good first degree in an Information Systems or Computing related subject. Those who have substantial commercial or industrial experience but lack formal qualifications should seek an interview with the programme leader.
See the School entry requirements for more details.

Professional recognition
This degree has full CITP accreditation (further learning) from BCS - the Chartered Institute for IT, the body responsible for establishing and maintaining technical and ethical standards in the computing profession. This means that on successful graduation from this degree, you will have fulfilled the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP). However, please note that there are additional requirements, including work experience, to achieve full Chartered status - see the BCS website for further information.

Career opportunities
Upon successful completion of this master's programme students should be proficient in the development of internet, web and database technologies. They will also have developed the project management skills required for IT consultancy and strategic decision making. Students graduating from ISM would typically be in a position to become IT consultants or IT managers.

Location
This master's programme is based in the Department of Computing & Information Systems, School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences, Greenwich Campus, Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, London SE10 9LS.

Study mode
1 year full-time / 2 years part-time
September or January start

JACS codes
MSc Information Systems Management - G500