MBA Business Informatics

Overview & facilities

This MBA has been designed to meet the development and career needs of informatics professionals. It covers the full range of business areas that a manager in an information or IT related environment will need, along with specialist modules that will develop ability to make strategic decisions in informatics firms. 

The MBA in Business Informatics is especially suitable for those with some experience in an IT or IS environment, and who wish to progress to strategic levels in the industry. Given the broad business education that the MBA provides, it creates opportunities in a wide range of IT/IS related roles.

How is the Middlesex MBA Business Informatics studied?
Currently this is a taught course requiring attendance each week.  Some online modules are in the process of being developed, which will reduce the direct attendance requirement.

The course will be assessed by means of time controlled assessments, individual reports, group presentations, case study portfolios, and a business transformation project.

Who is the Middlesex MBA for?
Our MBA is designed for practising IT/IS managers who want to gain a generalist perspective on management. It has been developed for those wanting to develop their entrepreneurial and consultancy skills to progress in an established company or to set up an independent venture. It is an MBA for those who are serious about practice. We do not ask you to complete a dissertation, instead we have a project module worth one third of the course's credits which enhances your entrepreneurship skills or your ability to act as a consultant to your own or another organisation.

• Taught at our Hendon campus in north London.
• Being based in London, it allows you easy access to the world centre of the financial services sector.
• Emphasis on coaching and personal development for part-time students.
• A project-based MBA means that you undertake a significant project at the end of your taught content, rather than a dissertation. This could be a major business plan or new product/market proposal and can be done through a real company.
• Free Evening With the MBA events for MBA students, prospective students and Alumni to join together and learn from respected industry speakers. (Click the Events tab for more information)

For more information please contact:

General enquiries
Telephone: +44 (0) 20 8411 5555
Email us

Address:
The School Office
Middlesex University Business School
The Burroughs
London
NW4 4BT
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)20 8411 5000

Download the course flyer for structure and content.

To apply for the MBA please download an application guide and information for referees guide. You can apply online.

Find out more about the Business School and the Business and Management Department.

Content & modules

The Middlesex University MBA gives unique added value in Course Content.

MBA sessions rely on a mixture of formal lecture sessions, case study sessions, guided and independent research, workshops, discussions, debates, student presentations, group work, guest speakers, self-managed learning, simulations, role plays, reflective practice / learning logs, consultancy activities as well as a major project related to the core theme of entrepreneurship or consultancy.

Added value in course content
The course covers six major management themes: human enterprise, strategy dynamics, products and processes, finance and economics, customer focus and management perspectives. Each of these themes is taught through four five-week units providing you with an intense, extensive coverage of management.

• sessions on career and personal development ranging from presentations and negotiations training to networking skills.
• Business simulation workshops.
• Interaction with industry The project module involves taking on a major piece of work, consulting for an organisation or developing a business plan for a new venture.
• Corporate placement opportunities are offered to high-achieving students on a competitive basis.

Academic expertise
We have a select number of staff teaching on our MBA, all of which have considerable teaching and professional expertise in their subject areas and there is a thriving culture of research and consultancy.

Key MBA staff include:

Kirit Patel - Lecturer Business and Management

Dr George Dafoulas - Senior Lecturer Business Information Systems

Dr Mohamed Sheriff - Senior Lecturer Business Information Systems

Hong Woo - Director of Advanced Business and Management Programmes

Find out more about the Business School and the Business and Management department. 

Entry & applying

Standard entry requirements

For the MBA we normally require a second class honours degree or above, or an overseas equivalent qualification. You should also have a minimum of two years managerial or professional experience in a full-time position since graduation. Candidates without an honours degree need to demonstrate a significantly successful managerial experience and may be required to complete a GMAT test obtaining a minimum score of 550. AGMAT test will help your application even with a degree. Managerial experience means managerial responsibility for people and/or functions and/or technical expertise, e.g. accountancyInternational entry requirements

We accept the equivalent of the above from a recognised overseas university, to find out more about the requirements from your country, see further information under support in your country.

English language requirements

You must have competence in English language and we normally require Grade C GCSE or an equivalent qualification. The most common English Language requirements for international students are IELTS 6.5 (with minimum 6.0 in all four components) or TOEFL paper based 575 (no less than 4.5 in test of written English) or TOEFL internet based 90 (with no less than 19 in each component) Middlesex also offers an Intensive Academic English course (Pre-Sessional) that ranges from 5-17 weeks, depending on your level of English. Successful completion of this course would meet English language entry requirements. For more information on applying for the pre-sessional please email english@mdx.ac.uk. For details of other equivalent English language requirements that Middlesex accepts see international entry requirements.

How to Apply

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Applications for postgraduate study should be made directly to the university. The quickest way to apply is by making an online application, once you have created your account and completed your application, you will be able to track the progress of your application online. Alternatively, you can fill in an application form and return it to the appropriate admissions office. UK and EU students should apply directly to the London office. Non-EU international students can apply to our international admissions office in London, or use our network of regional offices across the world to assist you with your application.

English Language Requirements

You must have competence in English language and we normally require Grade C GCSE or an equivalent qualification. The most common English Language requirements for international students are IELTS 6.5 (with minimum 6.0 in all four components) or TOEFL paper based 575 (no less than 4.5 in test of written English) or TOEFL internet based 90 (with no less than 19 in each component) Middlesex also offers an Intensive Academic English course (Pre-Sessional) that ranges from 5-17 weeks, depending on your level of English. Successful completion of this course would meet English language entry requirements. For more information on applying for the pre-sessional please email english@mdx.ac.uk. For details of other equivalent English language requirements that Middlesex accepts see international entry requirements.

To apply for the MBA please download an application guide and information for referees guide. You can apply online.

Fees & funding

The fee for the MBA Business Informatics for the academic year 2012/13 is as follows:

UK/EU/International students

Part time: £113 per taught credit

Find out about our flexible payment plans for UK/EU students, and how they can help you spread the cost of your course.

Why sponsor an MBA?

Our MBA courses prepare capable managers and executives for leadership roles within their organisations.

Our MBA equips individuals with a broad range of management skills, and in doing so, you will gain an innovative leader able to inform and support organisational strategy. Sponsoring an employee will add high value to the organisation's human resource management strategy and assist employee relations. Skilled executives offer strategic value to companies looking for growth opportunities. 


To apply for the MBA please download an application guide and information for referees guide. You can apply online.

Careers & placements