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The MSc in Information Systems & Business Analysis (ISBA) is designed to give you an expert understanding of how information systems support the business and its operations.
The course will equip you with the technical, organisational and people skills needed to develop business systems and manage information systems projects in practice.
Through its specialist career pathway, the programme gives you in-depth knowledge and experience to prepare you for a range of careers in IS consultancy, business analysis and management.
Why choose this course?
* Develops your understanding of how information systems support the business and its operations
* Gives you in-depth knowledge and experience to prepare you for a range of careers in IS consultancy, business analysis and management
* The programme aims to prepare you for a range of specialist careers as consultants, managers and business analysts
* Excellent employment opportunities, Aston Business School is in the top 10 in the world for careers (FT Masters in Management 2013)
Core modules:
* Foundation in Business Systems
* Developing Business Systems Workshop
* Managing Projects
* Learning, Skills and Career Development
* MSc Project
Optional Modules*:
* Data Mining & Business Intelligence
* Simulation for Managerial Decision Making
* Enterprise Resource Planning
* Information Systems Management
* Operations Management
* Advanced Spreadsheets and Databases
*Please note: All pathways may not run, depending on numbers.
In addition to your Aston degree, you will have the opportunity to participate in our international study exchange programme. Studying with one of our partner institutions, the programme will enhance your international experience and communication skills, preparing you for a career in the international business environment.
* Career opportunities
The programme aims to prepare you for a range of specialist careers as consultants, managers and business analysts. Due to the importance of information systems in all organisations, the programme will also prepare you well for general organisational and project management careers.
For information on sector opportunities see the Information Technology overview on the Prospects website.
Previous graduates of similar programmes have secured career development roles in major organisations such as Deloitte, UBS and Jaguar Land Rover.
Aston Business School has a network of Career Champions - MSc alumni who are working in a range of sectors globally or running their own business.
The MSc in Information Systems and Business Analysis is designed to develop the key knowledge and competencies which are valued by international employers in related professions. These include:
* Analytical and problem solving skills
* Dealing with clients and managing relationships
* Delivering projects which meet business requirements
* Time management and organisational skills
* Interpersonal and communication skills
* Ability to be effective in an international team-working environment.
In addition to the specialist modules, all students follow an integrated Learning, Skills and Career Development module which provides you with the tools and skills for linking your learning on the programme to your employability, career planning and continuing personal development.
Want to improve your English level for admission?
Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.
- ✔️ Flexible study schedule
- ✔️ Experienced teachers
- ✔️ Certificate upon completion
📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.
The Aston Business School MSc Scholarship deadline has now past, we are no longer accepting applications for this round of scholarships. The School is committed to supporting talented individuals wishing to further their studies at Aston and may make further scholarships available. Please visit this page for further scholarship announcements.
Aston is proud to support the brightest and the best students. We offer over 100 scholarships ranging from £1,000 to £5,000 for the most talented Business School postgraduate students.
"By investing in your future today, we aim to help you achieve your potential and become the most enterprising global leaders of tomorrow."
Professor George Feiger, Executive Dean of Aston Business School
Scholarships are awarded towards the cost of tuition fees and range from £1,000 to £5,000 with a few scholarships of up to 50% of fees available for the very best students.
Eligibility
In order to be eligible for a scholarship award, applicants will need to:
* Be a self-funded student
* Have been offered a place on one of our MSc programmes
* Submit a personal statement (details below) for consideration by a panel of senior University staff
Scholarship Application Forms
Please make your application for a scholarship on the relevant form for your chosen degree.
Application
After receiving the offer of a place, and before the deadline of 31 May 2014, students wishing to apply for a scholarship should submit a personal statement, which should:
* Be between 500-700 words
* Cover factors such as their reasons for the choice of course and its relevance to their future career goals as well as details of relevant work experience, extra-curricular activities and achievements
* Provide examples of how they have made an active contribution to business and society
* Demonstrate leadership qualities as well as the ability to work successfully as part of a team to achieve outcomes
Please send your completed application form to absscholarships@aston.ac.uk before 31 May 2014 together with a copy of your academic transcript. Applications sent to other email addresses will not be considered.
Criteria
In assessing an eligible student for the receipt of an Aston Business School scholarship, we will take into consideration:
* Academic merit based on previous qualifications
* Ambition and the potential to make a significant contribution to business and to society after graduation
* Leadership potential
* Demonstrable qualities which show the desire and potential to become a successful ambassador for the School during and after their studies
Successful applicants
Students in receipt of an Aston Business School scholarship, as the brightest and best of our students, will go on to become advocates for the School. We expect that they will work hard to achieve their potential in their academic qualification, their extra-curricular activities and their future career aspirations.
We will also expect recipients to undertake ambassadorial duties including, but not limited to:
* Meeting potential students at Open Day sessions
* Taking part in webinars and live chat sessions with potential applicants
* Providing testimonials and video content for the website and promotional materials
Scholarship applications must be made after the receipt of an offer from Aston Business School so we would encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible.
Aston Alumni Bursaries
In addition to the Aston Business School Scholarships, we will award a bursary of 20% of the full fee for all those who completed their first degree at Aston University. The bursary will be reflected in your fees which will be shown in the offer e-mail.
Accreditation
Accreditation is a stamp of quality and prestige for a business school and its programmes. Aston University is proud to be among 1% of business schools worldwide with triple accreditation.
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