Postgraduate - taught prospectus
Management of Business Information Technology, MSc
Get the skills you need to manage a software project and to monitor its progress and outcomes with a Master’s in Management of Business Information Technology.
This course welcomes applicants with a good first degree in any discipline, and it is particularly suited to those with a degree in business or with business experience. You'll gain an understanding of the information technologies used in e-commerce and how they provide us with new ways of organising and managing business. You study a combination of subjects, from technical elements such as systems design and user experience to managerial elements such as project management, IT auditing, and governance.
By the end of this business information technology course, you'll be able to develop a system based on requirements, considering graphic user interface and database implementation. You'll also have the project management skills required for IT consultancy and strategic decision-making.
Department
Duration
- 1 years full-time
- 2 years part-time
Start month
September and January
UK/international fees
What you should know about this course
What you will study
About the course team
Welcome to our Masters in Management of Business Information Technology, which is taught from within the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences. Your teaching team includes academics and practitioners with experience in various aspects of Computing and Management of Information Systems. The majority of the team holds a teaching qualification.
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Entry requirements
If you are
A good first degree in any discipline (equivalent UK 2:2 or higher).
Applicants who have substantial commercial or industrial experience but who lack formal qualifications should seek an interview with the programme leader.
For applicants without English as their first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component (or equivalent) will also be required.
For more information, contact courseinfo@greenwich.ac.uk or 020 8331 9000.
You can also read our admissions policy.
The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.
For detailed information on the academic and English language requirements, please find your country in our directory.
Alternatively, please contact us:
- By telephone: +44 (0)20 8331 8136.
- By email: international@gre.ac.uk.
Available to overseas students?
Yes
Can I use prior learning?
For entry: applicants with professional qualifications and/or four years of full-time work experience will be considered on an individual basis.
For exemption: If you hold qualifications or courses from another higher education institution, these may exempt you from courses of this degree.
How you will learn
Teaching
In a typical week, learning takes place through a combination of lectures, tutorials and practical work in the labs. You'll be able to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller group sessions, and put your learning into practice in our specialist computer laboratories.
Teaching hours may fall between 9am and 9pm, depending on your elective courses and tutorials.
Class sizes
Information coming soon.
Independent learning
Outside of timetabled sessions, you'll need to dedicate time to self-study to complete coursework, and prepare for presentations and exams. Our Stockwell Street library and online resources will support your further reading and research.
You can also join a range of student societies, including our Computer Society, Ethical Hackers Society, Games Development Society and MathSoc (The Mathematics Society).
Overall workload
Your overall workload consists of lectures, tutorials, labs, independent learning, and assessments. For full-time students, the workload should be roughly equivalent to a full-time job. For part-time students, this will reduce in proportion with the number of modules you are studying.
Assessment
On this course, students are assessed by coursework, examinations and a project. Some modules may also include practice assessments, presentations, demonstrations, and reports, which help you to monitor progress and make continual improvement.
Feedback summary
We aim to give feedback on assignments within 15 working days.
Dates and timetables
The academic year runs from September to June.
Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please call 020 8331 9000.
Fees and funding
Your time at university should be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress. Planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.
2019/2020 fees
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* January 2020 starters pay the 2019/2020 fees.
2020/2021 fees
TBA
* For full fees information please visit our fees information pages.
Accommodation costs
Whether you choose to live in halls of residence or rent privately, we can help you find what you're looking for. We have dedicated accommodation for postgraduate students (Devonport House) available from just £160 per person per week, with bills included. If you require more space or facilities, these options are available at a slightly higher cost. Students based at the Medway Campus can also reside in student halls in Chatham or rent privately in the local area.
There is a range of financial support available to support your studies. This includes postgraduate loans, international scholarships, and options for current students and alumni to continue studying at the university.
We also provide advice and support on budgeting, money management and financial hardship.
Other costs
If there are any field trips, students may need to pay their travel costs.
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
Graduates from this course are equipped for employment in industry, commerce or research with a proficiency in the key theoretical and practical areas in management of modern information systems.
Do you provide employability services?
Our services are designed to help you achieve your potential and support your transition towards a rewarding graduate career.
The Employability and Careers Service provides support when you are preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles. It includes CV clinics, mock interviews and employability skills workshops.
Each School also has its own Employability Officer, who works closely with the industry and will provide specific opportunities relevant to your own course.
Support and advice
Academic skills and study support
We want you to make the most of your time with us. You can access study skills support through your tutor, lecturers, project supervisor, subject librarians, and our academic skills centre. We provide additional support in academic English and mathematics.
Support from the department
As a Computing and Mathematical Science School student you will be able to enter our Oracle mentoring scheme. This helps students to liaise with industry for advice on careers, professional insight, guidance in looking for jobs, and developing employability and presentation skills.
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