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MBA - Information Technology (Robert Kennedy College)

The programme is delivered 100% online, and includes relevant input from the University directly in the module " Enterprise Ethics and Sustainability". Additionally, the new programme combines recorded lectures with live tutorials, hence benefits from the current state of the art technologies that replicate as close as possible the real classroom experience. While the programme can be taken entirely on-line, Robert Kennedy College also offers a residency, Corporate Strategy and Competitiveness, which can be taken as an alternative to three other modules. The Corporate Strategy and Competitiveness module is based on the “Microeconomics of Competitiveness” programme (MoC) developed by Professor Michael Porter using materials developed directly for a master’s level programme at Harvard Business School and the Harvard Kennedy School of Government.

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Course Overview

The overall aims of this programme are to:

On this course you will...

Further develop relevant knowledge in business, organisation and information technology (in particular artificial intelligence, internet of things, big data and other Industry 5.0 elements), both academic and professional, in line with postgraduate standards/benchmarks
Develop critical reflection skills and engagement with organisational and professional theory to understand and, where appropriate challenge, existing individual and organisational perspectives and practices in a connected, internet enabled environment (in particular, with a focus on advanced technologies);
Develop, and where appropriate apply, new knowledge to add value by enhancing organisational capability using information technology concepts and applications;
Develop an understanding of an organisation’s strategic focus and environment, and the impact of the inter-relationship between the organisation’s resources and clients in the evolving global business environment;
Develop commitment to continuous personal and professional development, independence and reflective learning;
Develop particular expertise and understanding in the fields of information technology, artificial intelligence, business and management

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Key Details

Recruiting toUK / RoI / Settled in UK
Course LocationOnline
Mode of DeliveryDistance Learning with optional residency (Blended)
Course DurationFull-time: 1 Year
Part-time: 2 Years
Course Start PointSeptember
AwardMBA
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Minimum entry requirements

2:2

Honours degree

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Course Structure

What you will learn

Much of the learning and development on this programme is designed to encourage you to become an independent learner. The combined student experience is one of high-level participation and input. The main emphasis on the programme is on a strong practical and professional orientation, and the online work is developed and enhanced through the asynchronous discussion element, where the student experience is drawn together. Preceding this programme you should normally have at least two years’ post-graduation work experience, and this programme will build upon your prior knowledge and skills gained within a wider organisational and contextual framework.

Compulsory modules

Modules

Organisational Behaviour
Information Management
Digital Marketing
Internet of things
Strategic Management
Dissertation

Optional modules

Modules

Corporate Strategy and Competitiveness
Leadership and Sustainability

Teaching & Assessment

How you will learn

As a student at the University of Cumbria and Robert Kennedy College, you are part of an inclusive learning community that recognises diversity. You will have opportunities to learn by interacting with others in a collegiate, facilitative and dynamic learning environment. Teaching, assessment and student support will allow equal and equitable opportunities for you to optimise your potential and develop autonomy.
We seek to create a stimulating and innovative community of learning, even at a distance. Facilitated by our expert practitioner staff, you will experience a learning environment that is well equipped, flexible, and stimulating.
The teaching and learning methodologies applied will embed the principles of the aims of the programme, in terms of international development, global awareness and individual development for the workplace.
The promotion of inclusive practice across a range of learner types, utilising the appropriate learning technologies and the provision of active learning and social learning underlie the teaching principles applied.

How you will be assessed

Intellectual and cognitive skills are assessed by means of written assignments, including reports and presentations, while quantitative skills, including the use of ICT, are assessed via worked exercises.
Assessment is focused on providing opportunities for both formative and summative assessment. For all modules, formative assessment is in an interim assignment, as well as on a continuous and on-going basis via the medium of the online forums, whereby tutors comment on ideas expressed, give feedback on the direction of the discussion, and recommend courses of action/lines of thought that might be taken.
Summative assessment is based on analysis and critical evaluation of case-study material to facilitate the real-world application of knowledge and integration of the often considerable expected experience of the students, as well as theoretical material.

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Online Learning
Online learning at the University of Cumbria is an interactive experience that makes use of a range of technologies and media types to provide a rich learning environment.
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MBA - Information Technology (Robert Kennedy College)