BBA (MCI) Specialisation in Information Management

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences

Program Overview

Program Overview

The BBA (MCI) Specialisation in Information Management is designed for students who want to master how companies and organizations manage their information systems and technology infrastructure. If you're passionate about IT, management, and solving real business problems through information technology, this program will equip you with the leadership and technical skills to become an Information Manager—a role that's absolutely critical to organizational success in today's digital world.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1-2: Foundations in Business Administration and Information Systems

You'll start by building a strong foundation in core business administration alongside specialized modules in information management. During these foundational years, you'll explore essential topics like Database Analyst principles, Open Source Software Concepts, and the fundamentals of how information technology impacts organizational operations. These early modules prepare you to understand both the business side and the technical infrastructure that companies depend on.

Year 2-3: Advanced Information Management and Implementation

As you progress, the curriculum deepens into more sophisticated areas including Web Design and Benchmarking, as well as CRM & CMS Systems that modern businesses rely on daily. You'll learn about the company's management of software and the implementation of networks in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), giving you practical knowledge you can immediately apply in real organizations.

Final Year: Strategic Application and Specialization

In your final year, you'll integrate your learning through work experience, projects, and your graduation assignment focused on information management for real companies and organizations. This capstone experience ensures you're ready to step into professional roles as an Information Systems Manager, IT Consultant, or Business Information Manager with hands-on expertise and industry connections.

Focus Areas

Information management strategy, database systems, software implementation, network management in SMEs, and the intersection of IT solutions with business decision-making.

Learning Outcomes

Students develop competencies in analyzing and managing organizational information systems, implementing technology solutions, strategic IT planning, and leading digital transformation initiatives in business environments.

Professional Alignment

As a University of Applied Sciences program, this degree is specifically designed to improve your employability—graduates are prepared for direct career advancement in information technology and business administration roles. The program aligns with European higher education standards and the European Credit Transfer System.

Career Prospects

Graduates pursue diverse careers as Database Analysts, Information Security Risk and Compliance Managers, Business Intelligence Officers, Systems Developers, Network Engineers, IT Consultants, and System Analysts across all industries. Information Managers are the key to success in companies worldwide, making your skills highly sought after.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences, our BBA (MCI) Specialisation in Information Management puts you right in the heart of real-world IT and business challenges, building hands-on skills in managing information systems, databases, and cutting-edge software that companies rely on daily. You'll dive into practical modules like CRM & Software Management, Website Design & Benchmarking, and Enterprise Technology & Innovation, using tools and projects that mirror what Information Managers do in global organizations. This isn't just theory—it's designed to make you job-ready, with structured work experience from day one, including company visits, guest lectures, and a full work placement in phase 3.

Here's how our program delivers that experiential learning through specific facilities, tools, and opportunities tailored to Information Management:
- Project weeks every block: 6 per phase in years 1-2 (6 credits total per phase), focusing on practical IT projects like database implementation and network setup for SMEs.
- CRM & CMS Systems training: Hands-on work with customer relationship management and content management software, plus Open Source Software Concepts to manage real business tools.
- Work Placement (phase 3): A dedicated 15-credit internship in a company, applying your skills in information systems and IT management.
- Action Learning Graduation Dissertation: 20 credits of in-company project work, tackling live business challenges like information security or business intelligence.
- Company visits and guest lectures: Regular industry exposure from IT professionals, plus PDP & Communication seminars to build your professional network.

This practical edge, combined with our focus on roles like Database Administrator or IT Consultant, sets you up for amazing career prospects—imagine landing a job where you're optimizing tech for international firms straight after graduation. Ready to take the next step? Apply now and let's chat about how this fits your goals. For the full facilities list, check [Wittenborg's Facilities Overview](https://www.wittenborg.eu/facilities.htm).

Progression & Future Opportunities

Why the BBA (MCI) Specialisation in Information Management at Wittenborg is Your Next Smart Move

The BBA (MCI) Specialisation in Information Management is designed for students who want to gain real, hands-on experience in managing the technology and data that drive modern businesses. Unlike programs that keep you stuck in lectures, this degree integrates practical learning directly into your studies, ensuring you graduate with the skills employers actually want.

Experiential Learning: How You'll Actually Learn

From day one, you're not just reading about information management—you're *doing* it. The program combines academic theory with real-world application through structured work experience and project-based learning across all three phases of your degree. You'll work with industry-standard tools, collaborate on meaningful projects with peers, and gain exposure to how businesses and organizations actually operate:

- Project weeks in every block: 6 project weeks total during Phase 1 and Phase 2 (1 week per block, worth 6 credits each), where you tackle real business challenges
- Work placement: A dedicated work placement during Phase 3 (15 credits) that connects you directly to industry professionals
- Action Learning Graduation Dissertation: Complete your final dissertation within a real company environment (20 credits), bridging your academic work with professional practice
- Industry guest lectures and seminars: Learn directly from professionals working in the field during Phase 2
- Company visits: Regular visits to businesses and organizations to see information management in practice
- Hands-on technical modules: Study CRM & Software Management, Website Design & Benchmarking, and Open Source Software Concepts—all with practical application
- Database and systems training: Gain expertise in database management, network implementation in SMEs, and information retrieval systems that you'll use in real jobs
- Communication and leadership seminars: Develop professional skills through PDP (Personal Development Planning) and communication training integrated throughout the program

This blend of classroom learning and real experience means you'll graduate as a Database Analyst, Information Security Risk and Compliance Manager, Business Intelligence Officer, IT Consultant, or one of many other in-demand roles—not just with a degree, but with proven experience.

For more information on Wittenborg's facilities and resources supporting your studies, visit the university's main programs page.