StudyQA — MBA: Information Systems with SAP — Sheffield Hallam University (Page 5)

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For many organisations information is the resource and knowledge the unique asset that brings clients. They need to manage risk and opportunities in an ever changing environment. Consequently, they need managers with the strategic skills to make it happen.

These managers have to be able to work with and between, business and IT specialists. They must shape information and knowledge strategies and provide the leadership to make and carry out information policies.

You develop the strategic perspective you need to use

* information
* organisational knowledge
* information technologies

SAP is a suite of enterprise resource planning and customer relationship management solutions and is the main technology we use.

You examine technology and its potential from the perspective of those managing technical staff, rather than the technical staff themselves. You focus on managing information, information systems and knowledge workers.

Key themes cover the informational aspects of

* individual and organisational behaviour and politics
* management processes
* human resources
* strategy
* culture

This MBA also develops high level managerial and strategic skills for executives, managers and consultants. These include o communication and analytical skills o problem solving o creative thinking o change management.

PgCert/PgDip modules

* advanced learning and study skills
* change management and system implementation
* investment appraisal and business benefits
* information, production and operations management
* strategies, structures and systems
* information for global strategic marketing
* business intelligence, communication, information and behaviour
* optional module
* research principles and practice
* training in SAP

SAP certifications

During the taught part of the course you can study for the following SAP certifications

* Solution Consultant MySAP ERP Fundamentals
* Integration of Business Processes.

MBA stage

* dissertation

You need * a good honours degree (2.1 or above) in a relevant discipline * three years of relevant work experience, preferably in a management position You also need * a good background knowledge of issues that arise in managing organisations and the desire to take that knowledge and understanding further * significant managerial experience to ensure that concepts and techniques can be related to practical experience English Language Requirements CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 75 (Grade B)