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Why choose the Graduate School of Business
Our business and management courses rank 3rd overall in their subject field in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024, with top 3 rankings for teaching, student engagement, sense of community and organisation.
• Over 95% of our full-time UK business and management graduates are in employment or further study, 15 months after graduating (source: HESA Graduate Outcomes for 2020/21, pub 2023).
Learn from leading local and international companies through guest talks, field trips and industry projects.
About the course
MSc Information Systems Management course is specially designed to meet the need for graduates who are able and interested in information technology and information systems but wish to pursue management roles in charge of information systems. The intention of this course exposes you to the most recent developments in both the theory and practice of modern information systems which in combination with relevant concepts and applications of management thinking will in turn will enable you to further develop transferable skills suitable for engaging with the challenges of employment/self-employment and of business activities within the global economy.
For further course information, contact Dr Sajeel Ahmed at sajeel.ahmed@beds.ac.uk
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 international 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
- Peer-informed academic learning model with an emphasis on active collaboration and employability tailored for the modern workplace: develop critical thinking, analytical research, leadership, and self-management skills through structured peer discourse and academic guidance, all while gaining specialised knowledge.
- Delivered in six-week Blocks with 24/7 access to learning resources and opportunities.
- Live projects are integrated into the curriculum. Our strong industry links and collaborations offer students real-world experience. Engage with real firms in your classroom, solve real issues, build your competencies, confidence and networks.
- Ranked 3rd overall in the HEA Postgraduate Student Experience Survey (PTES 2024), the University of Bedfordshire ensures an exceptional experience for postgraduate students. Ranked 1st in Engagement, 1st place in Community, 2nd in Teaching and Learning, 2nd in Organisation and Management, and 3rd in Assessment and Feedback from 107 UK Universities.
- Over 95% of our full-time UK business and management graduates are in employment or further study, 15 months after graduating (source: HESA Graduate Outcomes for 2020/21, pub 2023).
- Take advantage of industry speakers, industry events and career-development opportunities studying close to London.
- Choose to specialise further by undertaking your dissertation in an area that sparks your interest, applying your learning to solve complex problems.
- Learn from academic experts with strong industry experience and links. Benefit from high-levels of study support from careers, study skills and student support experts.
- Aligned with the Principles of Responsible Management Education’s (PRME) sustainable development goals (SDG).
Course Leader - Dr Sajeel Ahmed
I joined the Business School in January 2015 as a visiting faculty member, became a full-time Lecturer in September 2019 and Senior Lecturer in Business Systems and Management in July 2021.
I have taught in various business-related subjects at the university. Mainly my expertise is in teaching and researching in subjects related to digital technologies, information management, information systems, computer mediated communication, digital marketing and digital business management.
Course Leader - Dr Sajeel Ahmed
I joined the Business School in January 2015 as a visiting faculty member, became a full-time Lecturer in September 2019 and Senior Lecturer in Business Systems and Management in July 2021.
I have taught in various business-related subjects at the university. Mainly my expertise is in teaching and researching in subjects related to digital technologies, information management, information systems, computer mediated communication, digital marketing and digital business management.
Course Leader - Dr Sajeel Ahmed
I joined the Business School in January 2015 as a visiting faculty member, became a full-time Lecturer in September 2019 and Senior Lecturer in Business Systems and Management in July 2021.
I have taught in various business-related subjects at the university. Mainly my expertise is in teaching and researching in subjects related to digital technologies, information management, information systems, computer mediated communication, digital marketing and digital business management.
Course Leader - Dr Sajeel Ahmed
I joined the Business School in January 2015 as a visiting faculty member, became a full-time Lecturer in September 2019 and Senior Lecturer in Business Systems and Management in July 2021.
I have taught in various business-related subjects at the university. Mainly my expertise is in teaching and researching in subjects related to digital technologies, information management, information systems, computer mediated communication, digital marketing and digital business management.
Course Leader - Dr Sajeel Ahmed
I joined the Business School in January 2015 as a visiting faculty member, became a full-time Lecturer in September 2019 and Senior Lecturer in Business Systems and Management in July 2021.
I have taught in various business-related subjects at the university. Mainly my expertise is in teaching and researching in subjects related to digital technologies, information management, information systems, computer mediated communication, digital marketing and digital business management.
Course Leader - Dr Sajeel Ahmed
I joined the Business School in January 2015 as a visiting faculty member, became a full-time Lecturer in September 2019 and Senior Lecturer in Business Systems and Management in July 2021.
I have taught in various business-related subjects at the university. Mainly my expertise is in teaching and researching in subjects related to digital technologies, information management, information systems, computer mediated communication, digital marketing and digital business management.
What will you study?
Studying our Information Systems Management MSc course will equip you with the in-depth knowledge and skills in information technology and strategic management. Our unit in Technology and Information Systems will develop your understanding of business and information systems, its key characteristics and its potential or limitations towards business success. You will discover the role of information systems in the field of strategy, data analytics and more.
Another crucial area of your study involves Digital Projects and Risk Management, and this unit will equip you with the skills and knowledge of risk management in digital projects. You will learn to apply, evaluate and adapt risk management principles to address digital project risks based on case studies and real project experiences. These include financial, security and ESG risks. At the same time, you will be able to demonstrate effective, rigorous and reflective self-management skills and independence to plan, motivate and show initiative in the field.
Aside from this, our unit in Business Intelligence and Data Utilisation aims to develop your knowledge of business intelligence tools and techniques for effective management in a variety of business settings. You will discover the role of data utilisation in the field of strategy, data analytics and more while focusing on how data can be transformed into value-added information, where to source, integrate, enhance and deliver it as an analytics insight to support business decision-making.
Furthermore, you will develop a critical and informed understanding of business environments and the business opportunities within them in our Strategy unit. Here, you will be introduced to a range of tools and concepts for strategic analysis and business modelling that will allow you to assess the strategic position of business organisations, formulate strategies, evaluate options and implement strategic decisions. Finally, you will complete our Capstone unit that will allow you to bring theory and practice together and research a topic of your interest that is relevant to your field of study. To help you with this, you will be introduced to the processes and techniques of research methods while working with a research supervisor to develop your ideas.
How will you be assessed?
Your assessments prepare you for career tasks and activities, developing your employability skills and industry-specific knowledge. Your assessments build your competencies and confidence with a strong emphasis on authentic assessment, including a mix-of:
- Live projects, working on real-world industry projects
- Group and individual assessments
- Presentations
- Industry reports
- Reflexive work
There are no exams in this course. The capstone of your course is a dissertation, developing an individual independent piece of work under supervision. This challenging, enjoyable and rewarding experience enhance your conceptual and analytical skills, as well as research and data management expertise.
Careers
You will have the skills and find career opportunities in the following industries: information systems; IT; management information; financial services; consulting; hospitality; or electronics.
This course is an appropriate foundation for further academic study at either MPhil or PhD level.
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Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk
International 2024/25
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £16,900
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk
International 2024/25
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £16,900
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk
International 2024/25
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £16,900
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk
International 2024/25
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £16,900
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk
International 2024/25
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £16,900
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk
International 2024/25
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £16,900
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk
