The MSc Management of Information Technology is a complementary course to the MSc in Information Technology. While the MSc in IT trains future technical experts, the MSc Management of IT trains future IT managers who will work in various sectors of business or industry.
The course provides an understanding of the technical, organisational and economic issues involved in the management of IT resources, preparing you for a career in predominantly technical environments with IT specialists. You will receive an overview of networks; the internet; databases; human factors and software development, whilst making indepth studies of the management and applications of IT in business and industry as well as software project management.
The course is suitable for students with a good first degree in any subject – prior experience of IT is not essential. However, because you can tailor your choice of modules to suit your skills, strengths and interests, it is also appropriate for those with a strong background in computer science who would like to gain a more applied managerial perspective.
The course will prepare you for a career as an IT manager within a range of business and industry sectors. It is also an excellent foundation for doctoral studies.
The first semester is shared with the MSc Information Technology so that at the end of the first semester you can transfer to this related course if it is more in keeping with your interests and strengths. It is taught using a variety of methods including lectures, practical sessions and seminars and comprises a combination of compulsory and optional modules, which cover two distinct areas: computing technologies and business management.
If you do not have a strong programming background you must take either Introduction to Computer Programming or Programming. You must take all modules in Group 2 unless you have previously studied equivalent material. If you have previously studied material covered by Groups 1 and 2 you must take at least a corresponding number of credits from Group 3.
Your work will be assessed using a variety of methods including coursework, group and individual reports, written and online exams, and presentations.
A lower second class honours degree (or international equivalent). Significant relevant industrial experience may be considered.
Applicants must have graduated from an approved university
IELTS: 6.0 (no elements below 5.5)
IELTS and TOEFL test results must be less
Source : The University of Nottingham