MSc in Information Systems and Management
Module Outlines
Full-time students follow 8 taught modules and take a 3-4 month project. Part-time students follow 4 taught modules in each of the two years and the project component in the second year.
The modules in Group 1 are compulsory for all students, though holders of the PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner qualification will be exempt from two-thirds of the IS module.
The modules in Group 2 are compulsory for students who do not have a Computing or Information Systems Degree or significant experience in implementing Information Systems
A maximum of two of the four modules in Group 3 may be taken (these are Level 6 modules):
The optional modules in Group 4 may be freely chosen. Students may not attempt more than 8 modules.
The list of modules is not exhaustive and students may request to take other relevant modules from the Masters programmes of the Department of Computer Science and Information Systems or the Department of Management, subject to availability and the approval of the Programme Director.
Note that not all of the modules listed may be offered every year. Note also that, in any one year, some modules may be offered only during the day or only in the evening.
| Modules - Group 1 | Module Tutor |
| Information Systems | Dave Wilson, Sven Helmer |
| Modules - Group 2 | Module Tutor |
| Fundamentals of Computing | Michael Zakharyaschev, Trevor Fenner |
| Introduction to Software Development | Keith Mannock and Alex Poulovassilis |
| Modules - Group 3 | Module Tutor |
| Database Management | Peter Wood |
| Information Security | David Weston |
| Innovation: Management and Policy | Department of Management |
| Project Management for Informatics | Dr. David W. Wilson |
| Strategic Information Systems | Dr. David W. Wilson |
| Strategic Information Systems Planning | Dr. David W. Wilson |
| Strategic Management | Department of Management |
| Modules - Group 4 | Module Tutor |
| Computer Systems | Szabolcs Mikulas |
| Innovation Systems: Networks and Social Capital | Department of Management |
| Intellectual Capital and Competitiveness | Department of Management |
| Internet and Web Technologies | Peter Wood |
| Object-Oriented Design and Programming | Oded Lachish |
| Research Methods in Management 1 | Department of Management |
If you have a question about the MSc in Information Systems and Management that is not
covered here or on the Birkbeck FAQ , please contact Tara Orlanes-Angelopoulou.
Apply online Full-time or Part-time or download a postgraduate application form. See also Fees
Programme Administrator:
Tara Orlanes-Angelopoulou
Admissions Tutor:
Dave Wilson
Programme Director:
Dave Wilson