Degree & Masters Courses & Study in Singapore Courses Master of Information Technology - Master of Business Administration

Master of Information Technology - Master of Business Administration

Master of Information Technology - Master of Business Administration

Course overview

There is a growing demand for graduates skilled in a range of Information Technologies. In addition, there is worldwide demand for graduates with critical business skills and acumen to fully leverage these technical skills into profitable products and services.

This joint degree provides a path for IT courses' graduates seeking to move into the IT and management area. The objective is to provide theory and practical skills in accounting, financial management, marketing, operations management, e-business technologies, multimedia, programming, networking and software development.

Program Features

  • Prepares students for management responsibilities and career advancement
  • Enables students to work more effectively in multidisciplinary teams
  • Better equips students to use their IT skills to achieve organisation goals
  • A relevant curriculum designed to meet the unique business needs
  • Formal business and management education that enhances students’ research, report preparation, presentation and people skills
Campus
Singapore
Intakes
Trimester: January, May, September
Duration
16 months full-time
(Commencing in Trimester)
Study Mode
On campus

Subjects

Course Structure

4 subjects in Trimester

Study Program

Students need to complete 16 subjects including core and elective subjects as per the study plan.

Core Subjects

  • ICT Project 1: Analysis and Design
  • ICT Project 2: Implementation and Commissioning
  • Collective Intelligence and Entrepreneurship or
    Advanced Human Computer Interaction
  • Database Modelling or
    Advanced Data Communications Principles
  • Advanced E-Security
  • Data Mining
  • Corporate Strategy
  • Business Innovation and Technology Management
  • Managing Strategic Resources and Operations
  • Leadership Futures
  • Digital Marketing or  Marketing Essentials
  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • Leading and Managing Organisational Change
  • Applied Research Project

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Plus two elective subjects


For a comprehensive listing and outline of the respective course subjects, please click here

Eligibility & Requirements

Entry Requirements

  • Entry requirement requires cognate degree: Completion of an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree in Information Technology from this or another University.

English Requirements

  • Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of IELTS 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0) / TOEFL (Internet Based) 86 (no component less than 21) / Pearson PTE Academic 58 (no component less than 54); or
  • Satisfactory completion of James Cook University Singapore English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP); or
  • Successful completion of other qualifications completed in English Language deemed comparable to Australian standards on a case-by-case basis in accordance to JCU admissions guidelines.

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Attendance Requirements

International students holding a valid Student's Pass are required to attend at least 90% of scheduled classes per month. Failure to attend classes is a breach of the student visa conditions. Being absent from classes for a continuous period of seven days or more, or attendance falling below 90% without valid reasons will result in the student needing to surrender their Student's Pass for cancellation.

Domestic students must attend at least 75% of the scheduled lecture and tutorial activities to be eligible for assessment.

Career Outcomes

The joint masters program prepares students for a broad range of careers in management, science or as specialist consultants.

Tuition Fees

Domestic** International
S$55,284.80 S$57,203.20

**Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and all pass holders excluding those holding a Student Pass).

Note:

  • Currently displaying fees for 2025, which are subject to change in following years.
  • All course fees include the corresponding Singapore Goods and Services Tax (GST), which is 9%.
  • The details of the instalment breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for further details.

Note: International students in Singapore on a Student Pass are not permitted to work. For more information please visit http://www.ica.gov.sg.

James Cook University is EduTrust-certified. The EduTrust Certification Scheme (EduTrust) is a quality assurance scheme administered and governed by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) for Private Education Institutions (PEIs) in Singapore. The EduTrust Certification Scheme requires all students to be covered under the Fee Protection Scheme (FPS). In James Cook University, this is provided through Fee Protection Scheme Group Insurance. All students from James Cook University are covered hospitalization, surgery and treatment costs in accordance to insurance policy term and conditions under the Group Hospitalisation and Surgical insurance scheme. James Cook University will advise in the Standard Student Contract the total amount of insurance payable.

For more details please visit SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) website: https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/pei

Disclaimer
Although James Cook University endeavours to ensure the accuracy of this information, there is no guarantee it will remain accurate all year. Applicants are advised to confirm program details with the appropriate school before making an application.