MSc Information Systems Management

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

De Montfort University

Program Overview

The MSc in Information Systems Management provides training in how information systems are designed, deployed and managed to support organisational strategy and digital transformation. It suits students from computing, business or related backgrounds who want careers in IT management, systems analysis or digital-transformation roles.

Curriculum Structure (Full-time, 1 Year)

Year of Study

Students begin with Business Analysis & Modelling, where they learn to examine business requirements, design data models, and understand database concepts such as security, privacy, concurrency and recovery. They progress to Enterprise Architecture, gaining skills in how IT systems, software structures and networks align with organisational goals and support large-scale digital transformation. In Digital Transformation, they study how businesses adopt new technologies, manage organisational change, and integrate information systems into strategic decision-making and innovation. The year concludes with Human Factors, Research and Skills, which develops understanding of usability, user interaction, ethics and communication — along with the research skills required for effective information-systems practice.

Focus areas: “Business analysis, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, information-systems design, human factors and usability”

Learning outcomes: “Model business and data requirements; design enterprise-level IT architectures; lead or support digital transformation initiatives; evaluate human and ethical considerations in system design; apply research and professional skills in information-systems contexts.”

Professional alignment (accreditation): Delivered at Master’s level and designed to prepare graduates for managerial or analytical roles in information systems.

Reputation (employability rankings): The university is well regarded for computing and IT-related teaching, and graduates from this programme progress into roles in systems analysis, IT management, consultancy and digital-transformation leadership.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

This programme focuses on applying advanced computing principles through practical project work in the University's specialist facilities. You'll develop professional skills using industry-standard tools and high-performance computing resources, working on real-world computing challenges. This hands-on approach is delivered through:

Specialist Computing Facilities: Access to BU's High-Performance Computing (HPC) cluster and dedicated computing labs with professional-grade workstations for software development and research.
Industry-Standard Software: Practical work with programming languages including Java, Python, and C++, plus development environments like Visual Studio and database management systems.
Substantial Individual Project: A major research project where you apply advanced computing techniques to solve a substantial real-world problem.
Professional Collaboration: Opportunities to work on projects with industry partners and BU's research centres, including the Data Science and AI Research Centre.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of De Montfort University's Information Systems Management MSc secure roles such as IT managers, systems consultants, software developers, and business analysts in multinational firms, consultancies, and government organizations worldwide. The program boosts employability through its focus on modern tools, theories, and practices, preparing alumni for management-level positions in the rapidly expanding IT sector:

DMU's Careers Team offers tailored support including CV workshops, interview coaching, job fairs, and an optional one-year placement to build industry networks and transferable skills.
High employability rates with past students in diverse global roles; competitive salaries in IT management reflect sector growth, though specific figures vary by experience and location.
Partnerships with industry provide real-world exposure via labs, guest lectures, and placements, enhancing practical skills in programming, networks, and digital transformation.
No formal long-term accreditation noted, but the 50-year computing heritage and modules like Enterprise Architecture support professional certifications and career advancement.
Strong graduation outcomes include direct employment in small consultancies to large multinationals, with flexible access to 20+ specialist labs aiding technical proficiency.

Further Academic Progression: Graduates can pursue PhD research in computing, information systems, or related fields at DMU or other institutions, leveraging their dissertation and modules like Digital Transformation as a foundation. The optional placement and research-focused assessments also facilitate transitions to doctoral programs or advanced professional doctorates in IT management.