Introductory description

The Strategic Information Systems Management module is designed to provide students with advanced understanding of how information systems play a pivotal role in shaping and supporting data-driven decision-making and efficient operations within organizations. This module combines strategic thinking with practical insights, preparing students to lead in a digital and data-centric business environment.

Module aims

Outline syllabus

This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.

• Strategic Role of Information Systems in Organisations: Introduction to the strategic importance of information systems in business environments, approaches to aligning information systems with organisational objectives, and ethical and responsible management of information and technology resources.

• Fundamentals of Data-Informed Decision-Making and Business Intelligence: Concepts and practices in data-informed decision-making; Overview of data analytics and business intelligence applications; Interpreting data to support strategic and operational decision-making.

• Leading Digital Transformation and Organisational Change: Principles of digital leadership and change management; Strategies for planning and implementing digital transformation initiatives; Innovation, agility, and digital entrepreneurship in evolving business contexts.

• Governance, Risk and Security in Digital Operations: Overview of IT governance frameworks (e.g., COBIT or ITIL); Data governance, privacy, and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR or equivalent); Approaches to cybersecurity and ethical data stewardship in digital environments.

• Enhancing Operational Performance through Information Systems: Role of information systems in improving efficiency, agility, and value creation; Leveraging digital tools for operational excellence across business functions.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module, students should be able to:

• Critically evaluate strategies to align information systems with business objectives, with a focus on enabling data-informed decision-making and supporting organisational goals.
• Assess and apply data analytics tools and strategic information systems to improve operational efficiency, agility, and innovation within digital business environments.
• Evaluate IT governance models and data security frameworks, applying ethical principles to ensure responsible and secure management of digital information systems and data assets.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead digital transformation initiatives by integrating information systems into organisational strategy and operations.
• Collaboratively design and present a comprehensive Information Systems Strategic Plan, demonstrating the strategic alignment of Information Systems capabilities with organisational needs.

Indicative reading list

Please check the above Talis Aspire link for the Indicative Reading list.

View reading list on Talis Aspire

Interdisciplinary

A mixture of technology/computing topics and business topics

International

Topics are of high international demand

Subject specific skills

Strategic Alignment Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making Skills, Digital Transformation Leadership Skills, IT Governance and Data Security Skills

Transferable skills

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills, Communication and Presentation Skills. Teamwork and Collaboration Skills, Leadership and Change Management Skills, IT Governance and Compliance Awareness Skills