PhD Information Systems Management
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
The PhD in Information Systems Management at the University of Hertfordshire is a research programme that teaches you how companies use and manage technology. You will learn in areas like digital change, data-driven decisions, adopting new tech, IT strategy, and governance.
Instead of classes, you work on your own research project with help from expert supervisors to create new knowledge. You will publish your findings, present at conferences, and apply your work to real-world problems.
You join the university’s research community, attend seminars, take training, and collaborate with students and faculty to improve your research, writing, and critical thinking skills.
Key highlights
- Substantial, original research project throughout the degree
- Supervision from a team of two or more academic staff
- Supervisory guidance on choosing a topic and conducting research
- Postgraduate seminar series building subject knowledge and research skills
- Opportunities to present work at major conferences
- Develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include appropriate discipline; or above
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- University lecturer in information systems
- Postdoctoral researcher
- Information systems consultant
- IT strategy manager
- Research analyst
- Digital transformation manager
Career opportunities
Graduates of the PhD Information Systems Management from the University of Hertfordshire are well placed for a variety of high-level career paths, including:
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University Lecturer / Researcher
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Chief Information Officer (CIO)
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IT Director / Digital Transformation Lead
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Information Systems Consultant
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Data Governance Manager
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students of the PhD in Information Systems Management in the University of Hertfordshire is £17,890 per year for full-time students.
Admission
University of Hertfordshire PhD Information Systems Management applicants should submit their application through the university’s Doctoral College online application portal. For further assistance, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.
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