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MSc Information Systems Management University of Liverpool Online Programmes
Introduction
Take your career to the next level with this online Information Systems Management MSc that can enable you to become an effective leader in technology.
The programme has been designed to meet the needs of students who aim to move from a purely technical position to one in which leadership skills are required, or who are currently operating in a managerial position and wish to enhance their management knowledge. The career-driven curriculum has been designed with a vision in mind that graduates will be in a position to drive change and innovation across the IT industry.
To achieve a full master’s degree, you will be required to complete 180 credits. This programme is also available as a postgraduate diploma (PG Dip) which amounts to 120 credits and a postgraduate certificate (PG Cert) which amounts to 60 credits. Students who complete the PG Cert and PG Dip will have the opportunity to progress to a full master’s degree.
The programme is accredited by the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, for the purposes of meeting the further learning academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
You may be able to benefit from the following scholarships and discounts:
- Regional Scholarships of up to 15%.
- 10% discount for University of Liverpool alumni
- 5% discount for up-front full tuition fee payment
- Corporate discounts of 10% are available for organisations looking to invest in the skills of three or more employees. For more information, please visit our website where you can speak to one of our admissions advisors to learn how you can upskill your team for organisational success.
Further support
We aim to make it as easy as possible for you to cover the costs of your studies. You could benefit from:
- A simple monthly payment plan is provided to spread the cost over the duration of the study
- Students living in England may be eligible for a postgraduate loan to cover some of the programme costs.
Curriculum
Why study this subject?
This online Information Systems Management MSc is delivered by subject experts and industry leaders to ensure academic excellence. Over the course of your studies, you will explore module topics such as the global trends in computer science, information technology leadership, strategic technology management, security risk management, technology, innovation and change management. Upon successful completion of this programme, you will be equipped with the expertise to excel in your career and advance into senior roles.
- Global Trends in Computer Science (15 credits)
- Information Technology Leadership (15 credits)
- Strategic Technology Management (15 credits)
- Security Risk Management (15 credits)
- Technology, Innovation and Change Management (15 credits)
- Elective modules: choose two:
- Applied Cryptography (15 credits)
- Cloud Computing (15 credits)
- Cyber Forensics (15 credits)
- Cybercrime Prevention and Protection (15 credits)
- Data Visualisation and Warehousing (15 credits)
- Deep Learning (15 credits)
- Machine Learning in Practice (15 credits)
- Multi-Agent Systems (15 credits)
- Natural Language Processing and Understanding (15 credits)
- Reasoning and Intelligent Systems (15 credits)
- Robotics (15 credits)
- Security Engineering and Compliance (15 credits)
- Research Methods in Computer Science (15 credits)
- Computer Science Capstone Project (60 credits)
Teaching methods and style
This programme is designed to be studied wholly online and part-time. Teaching is delivered through our state-of-the-art Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), which provides students with access to all resources required for interactive study online. On this platform, you will be encouraged to work collaboratively with classmates and actively read around your topic through our comprehensive library of eBooks and journals.
Methods of assessment
Assessment is exclusively through online assignments rather than examinations. You will be assessed through a range of activities, including written assignments, presentations, discussion forum participation and journal entries.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
The career-driven curriculum has been developed by industry experts to provide practical skills and knowledge directly applicable to a workplace. The programme leads to a range of IT management careers including the management of software development teams, the management of teams responsible for IT infrastructure and the management of teams responsible for IT products and services.
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