Master of Philosophy in Information

Master of Philosophy in Information

The usefulness of IS in contemporary organisations is reflected in the current trend of technology integration in public and private sector organisations. But this integration should be based on a systematic understanding of the relationships between information technology and organisations as well as the co-evolution of this relationship.

The MPhil MIS programme equips students with knowledge and skills to carry out original research, thinking independently, critically analyzing data, and disseminating knowledge through publication and teaching. The programme will present a balance between the organisational and technical themes that will equip students with knowledge on the theory and practice of information systems.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must hold undergraduate degrees:
a) They must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.

b) Those with a minimum of 2nd Class Upper degree may be admitted directly after their Bachelor’s degree.

c) Those with 2nd Class Lower degree should have a minimum of two years work experience.

d) They may come from a variety of backgrounds but must have a basic knowledge and skills in IT.

e) A formal interview may be used to determine all applicants’ ability to take and pass the most technical courses of the programme.

COURSES OFFERED

FIRST YEAR
CODE COURSE CODE COURSE
SOT701A Organisational Study of IS SOT702A Database and Programming Concepts
SOT703A IS Management SOT704A Networks and Telecommunications
SOT705A Systems Analysis & Design GMBA601 Managing Organizations
SECOND YEAR
SOT707A Information Risk and Security SOT720A MIS Research Seminar
SOT709A IS Research Methods
SOT711A IT Project Management
SOT700A MSc Thesis