Master of Science in Information Technology Management

About the Course

The MSc in Information Technology Management is a taught masters programme (NFQ Level 9) which provides an opportunity for IT professionals to enhance and update their knowledge of the latest technologies and research activities within the important field of information technology management. Management of the information technology infrastructure which underpins modern business and industry presents a complex challenge. Professionals working in the IT sector experience at first hand the tensions between expectations of constant development, increasing efficiency and industry standard security. This masters programme provides a core underpinning in IT governance, management, finance and innovation allied to masters level technical knowledge in networking and/or information systems depending on elective selection. Students taking the programme are allowed to choose eight modules from an offering of twelve modules (scheduled subject to sufficient demand for non-core modules). The elective choice is designed to allow students to select a technical focus for their programme.

The programme comprises two taught semesters of modules followed by a dissertation – a mini-thesis on a research area that the student has investigated and completed a practical piece of work for the purpose of the investigation. The programme can be completed part-time in two calendar years. Students typically attend the Institute two nights per week taking an average of two modules per semester. In the second year students also complete a dissertation.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Named Award: Master of Science NFQ Level 9
Programme code: TA_KITMG_M
Duration: Two academic years
Timetable: Two evenings per week
Commences: September 2010

Entry Level

Computing and Information Technology (MIS) Graduates at 2.2 or higher Honours graduates (Level 8) with a major in a computing or information technology, at a minimum award level of 2.2 are eligible for entry to the programme.

Graduates in Equivalent Cognate Fields at 2.2. or higher Applicants who have an Honours Bachelor's Degree (level 8) in an equivalent cognate field (e.g. scientific, mathematical, engineering, or business IS / MIS discipline), at a minimum award level of 2nd class honours grade 2 (2.2), will be considered for entry if their prior experience is considered an adequate background to prepare them for the programme. These applicants particularly must have demonstrable competencies relevant areas and computer networking. Such applicants will be interviewed to determine their suitability for entry.All applicants must have competence in spoken and written English.

Note: applicants who do not meet the criteria above will be considered for entry based on their background and qualifications.

Course Content / Timetable

**MSc in IT Management**
Title	Status	Delivery Period
Network Analysis & Design	Elective	September 2010
Software Process Management	Mandatory	September 2010
Business Intelligence & Process Modelling	Elective	September 2010
Simulation & Visualisation	Elective	February 2011
Mobile Applications Design & Development	Elective	February 2011
Innovation & Governance	Mandatory	February 2011
Network Security & Forensic Computing	Elective	September 2011
Cooperating Systems & Semantic Web	Elective	September 2011
Strategic Management & Finance	Mandatory	September 2011
Technology Law	Elective	February 2012
Scalable Computing	Elective	February 2012
Distributed Software Development	Elective	February 2012

Career Opportunities

This programme has been developed by the Department of Computing following extensive consultation with senior industry representatives and academia. This qualification opens up a wide range of career possibilities. Potential careers paths include: chief information officer, chief technology officer, IT consultant, Business Analyst, IS manager, IT project manager; network design engineer; systems security specialist; information officer; and research and development engineer.

Graduate Profiles

---

Fees & Funding

Academic Year 1 €1750 (Inclusive of ITT Dublin registration fee and examination fee). If completing individual modules/ groups of modules the individual module fee is €450 plus the ITT Dublin registration fee of €30 and an examination fee of €15 per module examination (up to a maximum of €70 per academic year).

Academic Year 2 €1750 (Inclusive of ITT Dublin registration fee and examination fee). There is an additional charge of €1500, payable in year two, for completion of the thesis component. If completing individual modules/ groups of modules the individual module fee is €450 plus the ITT Dublin registration fee of €30 and an examination fee of €15 per module examination (up to a maximum of €70 per academic year).

Please note: Where students fail to complete the thesis component in the available time (2 years), they may be liable to a continuation fee of €1500 for each subsequent academic year leading to completion and graduation from the programme.

How To Apply

Pay full fees before August 31st and get a 5% reduction on your tuition fees.

Apply online now

Application forms for 2010/11 available to download here.

Forms are also available on request directly from the Institute by contacting the information desk, Department of Lifelong Learning. Tel: +353 1 404-2101 or by emailing lifelonglearning@ittdublin.ie

Please ensure to inlcude all relevant documentation and payment with your application form as incomplete applications will not be processed and will be returned to you.

Select here for further information on application and fee payment