The programme is generally focused on the technical, organizational and management knowledge and skills to qualify them as Information Systems Management professionals. The curriculum is designed to have appropriate modules, both theoretical and practical, at all levels such as the introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels based on the body of knowledge for Information Systems Management. The MSc Information Systems Management programme is designed for the students through a rigorous learning process to prepare professionally trained graduates for the Industry, Education and various avenues which covers an array of contemporary concepts, methods and topics, and hence
obtaining useful hands-on expertise essential within the fast-changing environment of Information Systems Management and further affording post graduates an opportunity to pursue related careers or further academic research.
Admissions Criteria
- 1) The minimum admission requirement is a bachelor’s degree Honors in Computing/ Computer Science /Information Technology or
any computer related field.
2) A Post-Graduate Diploma (NCQF level 8) in the field of study (Computing) may also meet admission requirements provided that
at least 20 credits at level 8 have been allocated to research methodology within or additional to the qualification.
3) Applicants that do not meet the above criteria but possess relevant industry experience will be considered through
recognition of prior learning (RPL).
Graduates of this programme can
- Design and develop network architecture and ensure security of the network.
- Acquire knowledge of computer crime through forensic methods.
- Process Legal requirement for collecting evidence.
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Career Prospects
- Information Technology
- Computer Forensics Analysts
- Vulnerability Security Research Engineer
- Digital Forensics Examiner
- Malware Media Forensics Analysts
- Forensics Auditors
- Network Security Specialists
- Computer Crime Investigators or Security Analysts
Skills Developed
- Networking Protocols
- Network Architecture and Design
- Routing and Switching
- Network Security
- Wireless Networking
- Network Management and Monitoring
- Network Virtualisation
- Cloud Computing and Networking
- Network Troubleshooting
- Cryptography
- Operating Systems
- Programming and Scripting
- Project Management
