MSc Management and Information Systems: Change and Development at University of Manchester

Understand both the management and the role of information systems, as well as conceptual frameworks. Develop the knowledge and skills needed to manage digital and organisational change in development contexts. Prepare for careers in digital transformation, information systems, consultancy, organisational change and international development.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: School of Environment, Education and Development  |  Duration: 1 year (full-time)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

A master’s degree is formed of 180 credits. 120 of these credits are made up by a mix of mandatory and optional course units, with 60 credits taken in each semester. The availability of individual course units may be subject to change. Compulsory units include Introducing Information Systems in Organisations, Fundamentals of Information and Information Systems, Research Skills Development.

Career pathways

Graduates develop specialist knowledge at the intersection of technology, management and organisational change. The programme is particularly relevant for students interested in how information systems and digital technologies can support organisational effectiveness and development outcomes.

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