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Information Systems Management at University of Bedfordshire - UCAS

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Course summary

Modern organisations rely on good information systems in order to survive in highly competitive, global business environments. On this course, you learn to develop original approaches to organisational challenges and opportunities. It is ideal for you if you are interested in information technology and systems, and wish to pursue management roles in these areas. You explore how to open up the full benefits of modern technologies and address the problems associated with increasingly rapid rates of change. Facilities and specialist equipment

  • Cutting-edge business analytics suite with over £500K of industry-standard hardware and software tailored to essential management and data practices
  • Access to learning resources from Harvard Business Publishing
  • Virtual simulations providing first-hand, modern-day business management experience
  • Business pods, boardroom areas and IT suites designed to simulate a professional office environment
Your student experience Block delivery course structure gives you year-round entry points so you can tailor your learning to fit around your life. Our business and management courses rank 4th overall in their subject field in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024, with top 3 rankings for teaching, engagement, learning community and course organisation. Learn from our highly experienced academic team of industry experts engaged in consultancy, business involvement and social impact. Keep up to date with the latest advancements in the field through an innovative curriculum relevant to today’s business challenges. Connect with external organisations shaping the sector – such as TUI, Volvo and John Lewis - through field trips, workshops and our Global Guest Speaker series. Our practice-led approach prepares you for the workplace, providing vocationally valid experience. Use critical thinking and informed judgment to solve real-world managerial challenges through immersive simulations, live projects and industry collaboration. Develop transferable skills sought after in the business sector including effective leadership; individual enterprise; and strategic decision-making. Explore the latest thinking around an issue of interest with options to complete a Master’s capstone dissertation, professional placement or live project. Solve real-life problems working with the University’s Research and Innovation Service (RIS) where you can assist local businesses and SMEs to up-skill and innovate.

Modules

• Business Dissertation (MAR042-6) Compulsory • Digital Analytics (MAR037-6) Compulsory • Digital Analytics And Online Customer Experience (MAR050-6) Compulsory • Information Systems (BSS055-6) Compulsory • Marketing And The Digital Future (MAR039-6) Compulsory • Performance Achievement Planning (BSS072-6) Compulsory • Strategic Management (BSS050-6) Compulsory Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate at the point of publication on the UCAS website. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to our website.

Assessment method

The knowledge and concepts acquired during the four periods of block teaching along with a number of highly important transferable skills will be combined and evaluated during the writing of the final piece of work, the master's capstone experience unit. When students progress to the Master's capstone stage where they can choose one of the three options - Business Dissertation, Business Live Project, and Professional Practice. Regardless of which masters capstone experience they opt for, they will have to produce an individual, independent piece of work (dissertation/business report). Students will have to identify the research question or problem under investigation, review relevant literature, develop a sound methodology in order to explore the problem, proceed with the analysis, discuss their findings and make recommendations. All capstone options are evaluated as equivalent based on the unit learning outcomes. This final unit will enhance student ability to produce an independent piece of work and it will provide them with an opportunity to show the creativity and independence required in the workplace by holders of postgraduate degrees. Student contribution to own learning is pivotal. While the main concepts and theories might be following the structure of a textbook, students will expected to do a substantial amount of reading themselves. It is essential that, in order to maximise the educational benefit and to derive the best experience, students must make optimum use of the time provided for individual learning. Direct contact times will be highly interactive and student preparation in advance is a key element for success. Starting in induction week students will prepare for what will be an intensive delivery which will then be followed by their own individual learning and assessment. The Lecturers who will deliver this Course are active researchers and will guide students through this process by exposing them to the latest developments of the relevant subjects. Research-informed teaching is the basis for transforming a course into a unique student experience in an area of knowledge which is very dynamic in its evolution. Additionally, active external engagement though for example guest lectures, real-world projects, and industrial visits will provide the opportunities for students to integrate theory and practice. Besides the knowledge of theories and concepts and their application to real life business situations, four basic elements have been used in developing this course. Critical and creative thinking should be part of every postgraduate course. Students will be encouraged to receive, discuss and evaluate across all Units. They will also participate greatly in developing their own learning through independent and guided reading and they will be encouraged to share their views, ideas and knowledge. Systemic thinking will be greatly promoted. A postgraduate student in Information Systems Management should understand that all theoretical ideas and their applications are not independent of the world we live in and should be interconnected when trying to analyse information systems and their relationship to strategy. The ability to decompose and synthesize will be a key factor in achieving this and it will be developed in all Units. Finally, collaboration at all stages of this course will be required, either informally in the context of class discussions, or when formative group assessments have to be prepared. Along with sharing their ideas and contributing to their team, students will learn to appreciate the importance of being dependable.

Entry requirements

Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree at Honours level, or equivalent. To apply for this course, a Business degree or an IT/IS-related degree is required. Otherwise, applicants from different subject areas will be considered on an individual basis according to their relevant professional experience or qualifications.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

For information on the 2025 fees and scholarships please refer to our website, https://www.beds.ac.uk/howtoapply/money/fees/

Sponsorship information

For information on postgraduate funding, please visit: https://www.beds.ac.uk/howtoapply/postgraduatestudy/postgraduate-fees-and-funding

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