Master in Science in e-Business

Comments about Master in Science in e-Business - At the institution - Birmingham - West Midlands

• Entry requirements
  Good UK Honours Degree (minimum of a lower second class) or an overseas degree recognised by Aston University, plus two references. International students whose native language is not English and have not completed a full degree programme taught in English, will also need a TOEFL score of 600 (paper based) or 250 (computer based) with a TWE of 4.5 equivalent to 100 (internet-based) with a minimum score of 23 in writing and speaking and 20 in reading and listening OR an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and speaking and 6.0 in reading and listening. Pre-sessional English language programmes are available for good applicants whose English qualification falls just short of these requirements.
• Academic title
  Master in Science in e-Business
• Course description
  The prolific development of electronic business, fast-paced technological changes and new management challenges has led to critical skills shortages and business information gaps. The demand for well qualified e-Business professionals is high and this innovative course prepares graduates to operate within a global marketplace.
  
  Outline of programme
  
  Eight core modules are undertaken in the taught part of the course, with a further two modules selected from a range of options. A dissertation provides the opportunity for an extended application of the knowledge and skills developed in the taught course.
  
  Core Modules
  
      * Accounting for Non Financial Managers
      * Developing Business Systems
      * e-Business Research
      * e-Business Strategy
      * e-Commerce Law & Ethics
      * e-Marketing
      * Marketing Management
      * IT Infrastructure for e-business.
  
  Students choose two elective modules from a range of e-business related subjects. A full listing of electives and complete outlines for all modules are available online.
  
  Assessment
  
  The taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework (details of the assessment criteria for each module is given in its module outline). The taught element of the course is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation in a student’s particular area of interest.
  
  Career opportunities
  
  This programme equips graduates with highly sought after expertise and skills in electronic business. As a business analyst with technological expertise to bridge functional divides, the MSc e-business graduate will have a competitive advantage in business strategy in addition to the marketing, finance and IT functions. A career within a general management function or specialist areas such as internet consultancy will be accessible