Master of Information Management 2015 Victoria Business School Orauariki
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Build your future career Your career future depends on how you build it. If you want to tailor-make your management studies, building on your experience in the IT profession, then the Master of Information Management (MIM) is worth considering. From 2015 the MIM programme will be delivered from both Wellington and Auckland. Know your mind Worldwide, business and government need professionals who can manage information systems. The demand for such skills is increasing. Know your world The MIM degree programme is designed for maximum flexibility to accommodate students with a variety of career goals. It will appeal to professionals with working experience who wish to pursue an advanced career in management of information systems. Know your subject The development of managerial skills in realistic organisational environments is strongly emphasised. The MIM qualification enables graduates to advance to the highest level of their profession. Do it now - 3 -
Meeting the global demand Postgraduate study in Information Management As the internet grows and impacts our business and recreational lives, so does the demand for people who can understand and manage the consequences of the growth. People who can manage information systems and technology are in worldwide demand in business, industry, government and not-for-profit organisations. That demand will continue for the foreseeable future. The Victoria University Master of Information Management will prepare you for an advanced career in these exciting fields. Graduates with an information technology background who wish to move into senior management, general managers who wish to equip themselves for more senior responsibilities in information management, or university graduates who wish to make the move to information and knowledge management should consider this comprehensive programme. - 4 -
About the MIM Victoria s MIM is a postgraduate, post-experience, professional managerial qualification that can be taken on either a full- or part-time basis. Our students are all mid-career professionals with a background in the growing spectrum of IT careers. They come to us seeking management skills and experiences to help them in their professional growth and when they apply for their next promotion. The Victoria MIM is designed with maximum flexibility to accommodate the needs of mid-career professionals from a variety of technical and business backgrounds. This can be seen in the wide range of electives and study options, enabling students with clear learning and career goals to tailor-make their study choices. A strong emphasis is placed upon development of managerial skills in realistic organisational environments. This appeals to those who wish to pursue a career in management of information services, e-government, electronic commerce or enterprise systems. Classes are offered after normal working hours for the convenience of working students. The seminar style of instruction is chosen to suit people who are used to a business environment. Students will enjoy sharing the knowledge and work experience of others in the programme. Our graduates are recognised as having obtained a qualification enabling them to advance to the highest levels of their profession. - 5 -
The MIM programme The Victoria MIM consists of courses worth at least 180 points (Ten taught courses and a project). The course of study for the MIM comprises: Part 1: MMIM 501, 502. Part 2: Either MMIM 590 or MMIM 592. The choice between MMIM 590 or MMIM 592 is subject to the approval of the programme director. Part 3: Electives from the MIM schedule or approved courses from other Honours or Master s programmes. These can be completed in 16 months of full-time study, or two to four years of part-time study. Core courses Two core courses are required of all students: MMIM 501 Communication and Critical Thinking in Information Management MMIM 502 Managing in the Information Age These courses ensure that all graduates have a thorough grounding in the technical and conceptual knowledge and skills required to be able to succeed in the MIM programme. - 6 -
Elective courses All MIM students must take at least eight elective courses chosen from the following, in any combination: MMIM 503 Knowledge Management MMIM 510 Information Systems Management MMIM 511 Emerging Information Technologies MMIM 512 Strategic Information Management MMIM 513 Managing IT-related Change MMIM 514 Project Management MMIM 522 ICT and Global Commerce MMIM 524 Multimedia Tools and Technologies MMIM 525 Enterprise Systems MMIM 532 Information Policy MMIM 552 Research Methods MMIM 571 Legal and Ethical Issues in IM MMIM 572 Telecommunications and IM MMIM 577 Information Security MMIM 580 582 Special Topics (eg. Sustainability and IS) Electives are usually offered at least once every two years. In addition, with fast developing subjects, special topic courses are offered to supplement the substantive electives. Up to three electives from other postgraduate programmes can be included to make up the total of 180 points. - 7 -
Ameera Durga MIM graduate Prior to attending the MIM programme, I worked as a business analyst in South Africa and New Zealand. For me the MIM has been a career changer, opening a world of possibilities that probably would not have been accessible to me otherwise. Through the MIM I ve been exposed to prominent international professors and scholars, to talented colleagues, and resources that confirm Victoria as a world-class university. The final project helped me further develop my deep analytical abilities and gave me greater confidence in my own capabilities. The programme really crystallized what matters most to me in a job: meaningful work and meaningful relationships. I need to have a job that affords me the opportunity to engage in challenging intellectual pursuits with incredibly smart, talented people working towards a common goal. After working for a period as a management consultant I am now a senior manager for Ernst & Young. The MIM has been a perfect platform for developing extemporaneous communication skills and entrepreneurial exposure. It has also provided me with a more finely-honed ability to see the big picture the key to success in management consulting. Pikihuia Reihana MIM graduate Since attaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management in Hawaii, I ve worked in various roles in the New Zealand public service. In the past 10 years I ve worked predominantly in the IT business analysis space. In conjunction with astonishing support from employers, the MIM programme gave me a holistic view of IT. I discovered a personal interest in knowledge management, complemented by courses such as telecommunications, emerging technologies and humancomputer interaction. The ability to select from a number of elective courses was empowering and allowed me to customise the programme to fit my needs. The final project was my biggest challenge and the most rewarding of all. - 8 -
I worked full-time whilst studying and faced some challenges juggling my studies with work and my personal life. Having traversed many obstacles along the path to completion, I m grateful for the calibre of lecturers I had the privilege to learn from. Because of them I felt motivated to un-learn, learn and re-learn. Further I am confident of applying my learning to all aspects of my life. Individual case study or project Each MIM participant completes either a field case study in an appropriate organisation or a more theoretical project. The decision on which course to take needs to be discussed and decided with the approval of the MIM programme director. The case study and project are 30-point two-trimester courses, involving regular seminars and consultation sessions with the supervisor. Students are encouraged to select research topics relevant to their career objectives. Workload Each course involves a workload of 10 12 hours per week for the 12 weeks of the trimester. Full-time students can therefore expect an equivalent workload to a working week of 40 45 hours for much of the year. Part-time students undertaking two courses per trimester can expect about 20 23 hours of work a week, and this needs to be taken into account if they are in full-time employment. MIM courses are predominantly delivered in the evening to meet the needs of professional people. Students will enjoy sharing the knowledge and work experience of others in the programme. - 9 -
Stepping stones to the MIM The Master of Information Management is integrated with a Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma in Information Management, which provide stepping stones to the full Master of Information Management for those who are uncertain whether they can commit to the entire programme. Postgraduate Certificate in Information Management The Postgraduate Certificate in Information Management consists of the two core courses (MMIM 501 and 502) and two electives chosen from the schedule on page 7. Postgraduate Diploma in Information Management The Postgraduate Diploma in Information Management consists of the two core courses (MMIM501 and 502) plus six elective courses chosen from the schedule on page 7. Fees For information on fees, go to www.victoria.ac.nz/fees or contact the student fees coordinators, Student Academic Services, phone 0800 VICTORIA (0800 842 864), email student-finance@vuw.ac.nz - 10 -
Admission requirements Admission to the MIM programme requires: a Bachelor s degree (or equivalent academic qualification) or extensive practical or professional experience extensive relevant work experience, with at least five years preferred acceptance as a candidate by the MIM programme director. How to apply Initial applications are made online at www.victoria.ac.nz/enrol You will be asked to submit a brief essay identifying your career accomplishments to date and how you anticipate that the MIM will assist you to meet your future ambitions. You will also be asked to submit a current CV detailing work experience. Applications will be assessed and candidates may be contacted for an interview with the programme director. Applications from international students will be assessed by Victoria International. Refer to the contact details on the back of this brochure. If you have any further enquiries, contact the programme administrator, phone 04-463 5309. - 11 -
Further information can be found on the MIM Programme s website: www.victoria.ac.nz/mim For MIM Programme enquiries, contact: School of Information Management Level 5, Rutherford House, Pipitea Campus Phone +64-4-463 5103 Email sim@vuw.ac.nz MIM Programme Administrator Phone +64-4-463 5309 Email mim-info@vuw.ac.nz Victoria Business School Faculty of Commerce Student and Academic Services Level 1, Railway West Wing, Pipitea Campus Phone 04-463 5376 Email fcom-sas@vuw.ac.nz Website www.victoria.ac.nz/vbs International students should contact: Victoria International Phone +64-4-463 5350 Fax +64-4-463 5056 Email victoria-international@vuw.ac.nz Website www.victoria-international.ac.nz - 12 - FCA0212