This programme is a fully online postgraduate degree designed for professionals seeking to lead digital transformation and strategic technology initiatives. Delivered entirely online by Holmes Institute UK, the programme combines business strategy with advanced information systems to prepare graduates for leadership in today's technology-driven organisations.
Full-Time: 1 Year
Part-Time: 2 Years
Top-Up: 6 months
(for eligible applicants
with 120 Level 7 credits)
180 Credits
January, April and October
Validated & Awarded
by Buckinghamshire New University
FHEQ Level 7
Flexible Online Learning
Study from anywhere with a flexible online learning experience that fits around your work and personal commitments, supported by expert academics and an interactive virtual classroom.
Choose Your Specialisation
Tailor your degree by specialising in Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence for Business, or Business Intelligence & Data Analytics.
Industry-Focused Learning
Develop practical skills through real-world case studies, guest speakers, applied projects, and industry-standard tools including Python, SQL, Tableau, and R.
Awarding Institution
This programme is awarded by Buckinghamshire New University but taught by Holmes Institute UK
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The MSc Strategic Information Systems is a 180-credit Level 7 qualification delivered entirely online through Blackboard. Designed for flexibility, the programme combines recorded lectures, live tutorials, interactive workshops, simulations, and collaborative learning, allowing you to balance your studies with professional and personal commitments.
The programme consists of five core modules, one specialist elective, and a 60-credit dissertation. Core modules develop your understanding of business strategy, information systems governance, project management, digital transformation, and research methods. You will then choose one specialist pathway in Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence for Business, or Business Intelligence & Data Analytics, allowing you to tailor your studies to your career goals.
The programme concludes with an independent dissertation, where you will apply your knowledge and research skills to investigate a real-world information systems challenge within your chosen area of specialisation.
Core modules
Core Modules
Specialisation (Choose one)
Study from anywhere with a flexible online learning experience designed around working professionals. Throughout the programme, you'll explore business strategy, digital transformation, information systems governance, project management, and emerging technologies while building practical skills through applied projects, case studies, and collaborative learning.
You'll gain hands-on experience with industry-relevant technologies including Python, SQL, Tableau, and R, supported by expert tutors and small-group discussions. In your final stage, you'll complete an independent dissertation, demonstrating your ability to investigate, analyse, and solve complex information systems challenges.
Applicants will normally have one of the following:
Applicants to the top-up pathway must hold 120 Level 7 credits (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
Applicants with relevant professional experience who do not meet the standard academic requirements may also be considered following an interview.
Our Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business degree leads to employment in any number of business, management or administration-related roles.
The programme is also designed to lead to further study in cognate areas. This programme has been specifically designed to ensure graduates will be equipped with the relevant skills and competencies sought by employers today.
The digital focus prepares students for the new digital workplace and introduces the key technical innovations in modern business. The emphasis on using software applications as business tools opens the door to further learning and research and also prepares students for specialised programmes at postgraduate level.
Holmes Institute UK is a pioneer in dynamic business education that gets graduates results. Over 60 years of experience delivering education excellence have taught us what students need to succeed. Interactive classes, expert educators and a strong community culminate in a learning experience that is second to none.
