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MBA (Information Technology) – (MBA)
Liverpool Hope University
Liverpool Hope University Business School and the Department of Computer Science
| Location: | Liverpool / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | January, September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 180 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of Liverpool Hope University
Liverpool Hope University’s Master in Business Administration (Information Technology), or MBA (IT), offers students the opportunity to develop expertise in Business and Management with a specific focus on their application to Information Technology.
The MBA (IT) has been designed to address and bridge the “digital divide” that exists within many organisations between managers with little awareness of technical issues, and technical personnel who tend to focus on technology so having little awareness of management issues.
Whatever your chosen industry the influence of IT is not just present in the hardware and software. More and more decisions involving technology take on a social, cultural and ethical dimension.
The management of IT systems is relevant to all graduates who are aiming for a senior management career. Employers are increasingly looking for graduates that understand
this distinction and can offer both an appreciation of technology and a grasp of business, whilst being able to lead at a strategic level.
The MBA(IT) is open to applicants from business, commerce, computing, computer science or engineering, and offers the opportunity to build on your skills, whether they be from the commercial or technical world.
The MBA (IT) programme offers a balanced mix of Business, Management, Computer Science and IT modules. Students will study a core set of modules covering topics such as Strategic Management of IT and Management Strategy. In addition, as the programme has been designed to allow students to focus their studies on either management or technology, they will be able to select from a range of modules such as Knowledge Management; Project
Management and e-Business.
Future Career Opportunities
Graduates will have developed Business and Management, and IT related analytical skills which are highly valued in the manufacturing, science, engineering and technology industries, as well as IT and related business industries. Graduate will gain skills that are transferable to a range of careers, including management, research and development, and consultancy roles. In addition, the course provides an excellent foundation for further postgraduate research study through PhD studies.
Contents
The programme combines academic and practical modules, consisting of 8 taught modules (6 compulsory, 2 electives) and a dissertation (final research project) totalling 180 credits. You will be assessed for each module. Assessment methods may include practical coursework, essays, reflective reports, presentations, a project proposal and a dissertation.
Core modules - total of 90 credits
* Strategic Management of IT (15 credits): This module focuses on the strategic view of the IT service delivery, the role that IT plays in the development of the organisation as a whole, and the effective IT management as key aspect of any successful business organisation. Due to the higher competition in today’s business environment, managers need to gain an in-depth knowledge about the strategic use of the IT for increasing their business performance and about how their organisation could add more business value from investment in IT.
* IT Service Management (15 credits): This module focuses on the operational view of IT service delivery, the role that IT plays in the development of the organisation as a whole, and the effective IT management as key aspect of any successful business organisation. It will provide students with a critical understanding of frameworks for the effective positioning and communication of the service delivery management process within an IT organisation and between that organisation and its customers. This module will also provide an appreciation of some illustrative models for day-to- day
oversight and measurement of IT service delivery performance.
* Managerial Strategy (15 credits): You will study the latest theories and best practice of organisational direction, mission and values, and corporate strategy.
* Global Business Ethics (15 credits): The aim of the module is to allow you to think about the range of dilemmas, problems and issues that are addressed within the field known as Business Ethics. You will consider the analytical and other tools available for addressing these issues and to use them to reflect critically on you own work environment and current experiences.
* Managerial Finance (15 credits): You will gain an insight into interpreting and analysing business accounting and finance systems and procedures.
* Research Methods (15 credits): This module teaches you the latest skills in academic research, in order to prepare you for your final dissertation. You will study the formulation of research questions, the design of the research process, and investigation methods, while providing a critical reflection of your strengths and weaknesses, knowledge and understanding of research design and methods for small scale research.
Optional modules - total of 30 credits
* e-Business (15 credits): This course covers the theories and concepts of electronic business and will equip students with the knowledge and skills to develop e-business strategy and investigate innovative solutions to conducting business online.Students will also expolore the legal and ethical issues surrounding E-Business strategy.
* Project Management (15 credits): This module will examine the philosophy and concepts of Project Management. Relevant systems and processes will be evaluated together with their contribution to the planning and control of projects. During the module students will have the opportunity to critically analyse the competitive advantage generated by the use of Project Management techniques.
* Knowledge Management (15 credits): This module examines the significance of Knowledge management (KM) in helping sustain organisational
advantage. Students will gain an understanding of the context of KM and its relationship to organisational strategy, competitive advantage and economic development. During the module students will have the opportunity to critically evaluate appropriate models and techniques for KM research and practice.
* Human-Computer Interaction (15 credits): This course seeks to study and apply issues and techniques associated with current and emerging areas of Human Computer Interaction and User Interface Design and developments. Emphasis will be placed on System Useability, Human Factors in relation to system design and interactive technologies.
* Human Resource Management (15 credits): You will develop knowledge and understanding of how to develop HRM strategies specifically recruitment
& selection, reward management, performance management and culture management.
Project / Dissertation - 60 credits
* Dissertation (60 credits): The dissertation provides you with the opportunity to achieve an in depth study in the domain of IT management and business knowledge, and to use this knowledge to analyse a specific IT management problem or issue. You will use independent study and research to develop theoretical, practical and critical analysis skills and to present your research and findings.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
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Register Now!Requirements
* A good degree (minimum of 2.2, 60% or above, or equivalent) in Science, Engineering and Technology, Business and Information Technology based discipline
* OR highly relevant industrial experience equivalent to degree level and normally at least 2 years work related experience.
Work experience gained through internships, projects, voluntary or community experience would be of interest, however, applicants must show an appreciation of the management of people and processes. Applicants should show their work experience through a CV or proforma.
The programme is taught in English. Students whose first language is not English are normally required to have an IELTS 6.5 (reading 6, writing 6), TOEFL paper based 560, TOEFL ibt 83 or other equivalent recognised English language qualification.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 560 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 83 |
Accreditation
Liverpool Hope University is a recognised body with degree awarding powers as sworn in by the UK Government.
Quality of UK universities is measured through the official Government agencies, the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) which consistently judged Liverpool Hope University to be of highest quality.
Liverpool Hope University's Business School, that was ranked top quality, having secured a maximum excellent rating (24 out of 24) in the UK Governments QAA inspection.
In the last Research Assessment Exercise (RAE), which is the official evaluation of the quality of research undertaken within UK higher education institutions, subject areas of Theology & Religious Studies, and Social Work & Social Policy, included work which ranked as of 4-star ‘world leading’. The subject areas of Computer Science and Informatics, Psychology, Education, English, and Music included work which ranked as 3-star ‘internationally recognised’, as was Politics and International Studies (including submissions from Business) and Drama ranked as 2*. For information on Liverpool Hope University’s RAE submission, go to
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