Prepare for a dynamic and fast-changing business world, building your knowledge of Information Systems and Information Management technologies that enable industry in a digital world.
Gain a rounded knowledge with a mix of IT training and management theory
Apply your skills on a course angled toward real-world scenarios
Learn to develop, design and manage IT systems and technologies
Gain competencies and skills working with the latest SAP S/4 HANA
You’ll have an opportunity to gain industry experience (up to 12 months placement option)
Sheffield Hallam is a member of SAP University Alliance

Digital technologies such as digital platforms, intelligent enterprise systems and enabling technologies dramatically transform nearly all organisations and industries. In order to capture the value and benefits of digital technologies, private and public sectors are adopting holistic change efforts to survive in their industries and be ahead of competitors. This course addresses digital transformation by exploring digital technologies, the latest enterprise system applications and relevant implementation challenges, Critical Success Factors (CSFs) through case studies.

A 2-year work experience version of this course is available - please see MSc IT Management (Work Experience) for further details.

Work placements

You will have the opportunity to go on a work placement for up to 12 months, starting during the summer of your second year. You are supported in finding placements and can apply for a vacancy as you would a job. There are dedicated sessions to support you in CV writing, interview skills and job applications.

Networking opportunities

The teaching team make use of their research and industry connections to facilitate the inclusion of real world scenarios and case studies within the teaching materials of many of the modules.

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.

During this course, you'll explore how Information Systems/Information Technology enables operational efficiency and organisational effectiveness leading to business transformation.

With a mixture of practical and theoretical studies, you'll gain advanced knowledge and solid grounding for your future career.

You learn through

• our academic team
• written coursework
• projects and teamwork
• presentations
• the latest enterprise system applications and cases including SAP S/4 HANA
• Blackboard, our virtual learning environment

This course is delivered face-to-face over three semesters - teaching is scheduled based on the length of your course and the academic calendar.

This course prepares you for the following careers

• IT consultant in IT & digital transformation projects
• business analysts
• project management
• data analysts
• research analysis
• digital marketing

 

Normally you need

• a good honours degree which includes significant aspects of IT, typically 2.2 or above, from a UK university or equivalent from overseas university

We will also consider applicants do not meet these academic criteria but who have several years' experience in expert, managerial or senior IT roles. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam. Find out more

Overseas applicants from countries whose first language is not English must normally produce evidence of competence in English. An IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in all skills (or equivalent) is the standard for non-native speakers of English. If your English language skill is currently below an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English level.

Important notice:

The structure of this course is periodically reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students and ensure ongoing compliance with any professional, statutory and regulatory body standards. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment may change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Following any changes, updated module information will be published on this page.

Modules studied may differ depending on when you start your course.

Final Year Compulsory modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Dissertation For Computing	45	Coursework
Enterprise Management Project	45	Coursework Practical
Industrial Expertise	15	Coursework
Introduction To Databases And Big Data	15	Coursework
It Strategy	15	Coursework
Research Skills For Computing	15	Coursework
Study Skills And Project Management	15	Coursework
Successful Information Systems	15	Coursework