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Information Technology
Master
Master ofof Management
Management Executive Diploma
Postgraduate and
Diploma Certificates
and Certificates

Information Technology
Master of Management Executive Diploma and Certificates

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... but only a handful who have both the technical and

As an IT professional, your career path has limitless potential. But as you

aspire to climb higher, you realise that technical skill sets are not enough
to set you apart, you need to be able to make both strategic and
management-related decisions independently, or you won’t progress.

Give yourself an edge over the others.

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management know-how to create profitable business solutions.

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Senior business people we meet tell us about the exponential changes they face in their business and technological
environments. To stay competitive, some invest in hardware. Some invest in software. Others downsize.

The smartest invest in people.

They know the key to competitive survival lies in hiring people who can translate the power of technology into
solutions for business challenges... people who have both the technical expertise and the management skills
needed to make creative solutions a reality.
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You belong to the new global pool of tech savvy professionals, and you have already made some smart educational
and career choices.

You know that the next step in your career requires much more than technical skills alone.

You know you need to learn how to use technology to solve complex business problems, how to manage technology
solutions, how to harness the talent in others, and how to think and lead strategically.

What you do want is a quality, international education that will excite,

challenge, push and stimulate you.

You want learning that has an immediate impact and relates to the
issues you face everyday at your workplace.

You want a programme that is flexible in helping you balance professional

goals, work pressures and family responsibilities.
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U21Global has it all for you

To meet the global demand for quality online education, Universitas 21,
a network of 17 world-class, research-intensive universities, combined their
resources to create and support a state-of-the-art online university. Their
innovation, quality, internationalism and breadth of learning now form the
academic backbone of a global learning breakthrough.

U21Global is a premier graduate institution custom built for today's learning

backed by 17 of the needs. Its programmes combine a passion for student-centred learning
world's best universities with state-of-the-art technological platforms, creating an educational
experience unlike any you have had before. U21Global is recognised by

Fudan University universities worldwide and has formal agreements with many of the world’s
Korea University best educational institutions.
Lund University
National University of Singapore
Shanghai Jiao Tong University U21Global is also recognised by a number of international accrediting
Tecnológico De Monterrey bodies, and was awarded the prestigious European Foundation for
University College Dublin
University of Birmingham Management Development (EFMD) teChnology-Enhanced Learning
University of Delhi (CEL) accreditation. U21Global is also an international member of the
University of Edinburgh
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and a
University of Glasgow
University of Hong Kong founding member of the European-based Global Universities in Distance
University of Melbourne Education (GUIDE).
University of Nottingham
University of Queensland
University of Virginia
Waseda University
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Master of Management in

Information Technology

Our programme is ideally suited to a broad range of professionals, including

business analysts, solution architects, project managers, IT managers, consultants
and IT directors – people for whom the development of both IT and general
management skills are essential.

The unique, competency-based structure of the Master of Management in

Information Technology (MMIT) puts you in control of the IT management
competencies you wish to develop – competencies that bring the power of
theory to your specific real-world needs.

Local doesn't cut it anymore. Those who advance in their careers have a
strong understanding of how business is done internationally, how to work
effectively as a member of a virtual team that comes together from all
over the world... This will be the experience in your U21Global programme
– understanding international issues in a truly global forum.

Our degree programme structure is flexible enough to fit the needs of a wide
variety of IT professionals. Shorter Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma
programmes offer valuable credentials in their own right, and also offer multiple
entry points towards the full MMIT because all subjects are designed to ‘ladder’;
credits earned in one programme can be used in later work in another
programme. And the timing is as flexible as you wish it to be.

“When I reflect upon my own work experiences with Accenture, ICL-Fujitsu and
Logica, the people who really stood out were those who viewed technology as
a powerful tool for business, and could see a roadmap for managing the technology
with the organisation.”

Dr Wing Lam
Dean, Information Technology Management Programmes &
Director of Pedagogy
U21Global
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Do you want to memorise facts and figures? Do you want lectures, passive
learning and surface understanding? Are you content to have others create
the question and handhold you through the answer?

Then this is not the programme for you.

You work in a knowledge economy, where success will not be measured by

test scores or reproduced lecture notes. Your success will be measured by
your ability to make sense of the information around you – to grasp the issues
and transform the information into knowledge and creative solutions.

Our programme is for you if you want to learn how to sort through the 'noise'
in the business challenges you face, and grasp the underlying, fundamental
issues to be addressed. It’s for you if you want to learn how to use technology
to access the best information available to help you design effective solutions.
And if you want to learn how to implement your solutions creatively, using
the experiences of other international students.

“The Professors’ academic and professional experience is really inspiring as they

consider us to be their colleagues rather than simply their students. The way the
course is conducted by the professor is really motivating and makes the dialogue
and exchanges between us more productive and mutually interesting. I am enjoying
the very open-minded and rich interaction with my classmates and professors that
I have had.”

Sheila Rico, U21Global Student

Canada
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As a U21Global student, you join a learning community that is truly global.

Our students are located all over the world, as are the professors you will
work with. You'll be interacting and networking in a way that's just not
possible within traditional forms of education – experiencing diversity in
viewpoints, thinking and culture that will enrich and broaden your
understanding.

You'll use a wide range of collaboration tools to interact with your peers
and professors – not only email, but also online discussion boards, online
chat, audio-conferencing and video-conferencing. In fact, many students
find that they experience a much higher level of personal interaction using
such tools than in a traditional learning environment.

Our online courseware is written and reviewed by leading professors who

are experts in their field. With the help of our learning design team, the
courseware has been developed specifically for the online environment
– with instructional design quality second to none.

You will have access to a full set of online learning resources as part of the
total learning experience. In addition to our course content, business cases,
simulation exercises, articles and data, you’ll be given 24/7 access to our
extensive online library of learning resources, so you don’t need to waste
your time looking for research materials.

"In U21Global, group assignments or discussions are ‘virtualised’. I have classmates

all over the world in an online discussion group. Best of all, discussions are posted
online and recorded. How much can you recall or absorb the ideas discussed after
participating in a physical discussion group?"

Ler Soon Chong, U21Global Graduate

System Engineer (Singapore)
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How you learn as a student of U21Global is very different from your past learning
experiences. We believe that students learn best when they form their own
understanding of a subject, and all our courses are developed around this
principle.

We employ a problem-based, case approach that is professor-facilitated and

highly interactive. Our materials are current and reflect the latest workplace
issues and challenges. Our learning environment is inclusive, authentic and
most importantly – relevant to the needs of the business management student.

assessment The U21Global MMIT programme uses a range of assessment instruments,

that's real world including interactive self-assessment activities within the courseware, review
questions and exercises. Discussion boards are an important component of
our learning design, providing students with a rich opportunity to share ideas
and discuss issues and challenges with other students. Team-based case study
assignments and projects foster more interactivity and expose students to the
skills needed for successful management of international, multi-site teams.

Every subject concludes with an 'open-book, open-web' (OBOW) final

examination which takes the form of a 'mini-case', brought to life by hyperlinks
and multimedia. The student plays the role of a key decision-maker in the case,
faced with delivering an authentic, consultancy-style report.

“I get the benefit of learning from the quality content of U21Global but I’m also
being exposed to global business and leadership practices across different cultures.
No other graduate degree can offer me the geographic reach from locations such
as Europe, the US, China, India and beyond. Whenever I log on to my U21Global
campus, I feel like I’m in a global classroom.”

Matt Burke, U21Global Student

World-renowned Full Back
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Your MMIT fellow students are Our student base is broadly international,
tech-savvy individuals from all with the highest representation from India,
over the world. Many are at UAE and Singapore. We have students from
the same stage in their over 60 countries.
careers as you... meaning
they can share ideas and
experience the same
challenges you face in your
Our student population is made up of 75%
workplace. In addition, some
males and 25% females.
MMIT subjects intersect with
our MBA programme, which
means an opportunity to
share and gain from the
knowledge and experience
of a wider community of
more senior business Students in the MMIT programme generally
executives. And each one of fall within the range of 28-35 years. Our
your fellow students average MBA student is 37 years old.
represents an opportunity for
you to develop a broad
global network of friends and
business contacts.

The U21Global student profile reflects a

wide range of career backgrounds and
job positions which provides a rich learning
experience for all.
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round-the- As a U21Global student, you learn at your own pace and in your own time. But
clock support you need never feel alone... The student services team is just a call or email
away to help with any and all your questions and support issues. Student advisors
are on hand to help with academic or administrative queries, and our computer
facilities are staffed 24/7, so technical problems can be addressed on the spot.

proactive The student services team works closely with faculty members and other
learner-centric U21Global staff to track your progress through the programme. Proactive
approach reminders and announcements are set up to remind students of class start
dates, new class availabilities and administrative due dates, among other
services.

study planning To help you develop the study schedule that best fits your personal needs and
system unique goals, we offer a study planning system that is as flexible as our programme.
The system will help you chart out your entire curriculum, give you a ‘birds-eye’
view of new options, and review your progress.

welcome To help you through the steep learning curve that new students face, we have
programme designed a student orientation programme (SOP) for all new students. The SOP
will give you a virtual tour of the campus, walk you through new terminology
and provide a hands-on introduction to the U21Global learning platform.

knowledge Online, synchronous, virtual conferences and professional development sessions

sessions are regularly organised and provide students with the opportunity to watch,
listen and participate in presentations by senior business people, lectures by
local and visiting faculty, and career and placement workshops.

global U21Global has a strong sense of global community through an expanding set
communities of student chapters. These provide an important local voice for our students,
as well as offer a vehicle for regular, face-to-face networking sessions, academic
lectures and professional development workshops.
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Global Professional Skills

your personal ROI Most management students are actively interested in their potential personal
‘return on investment’. Put another way, they want to know that their
educational investment is going to result in the right kind of career
opportunities. At U21Global, we believe that a large part of our role as your
graduate school is to help you understand these opportunities... and capitalise
on them by providing you with a rich array of advisory services.

online resources Working with well-established career specialists, U21Global provides you
with access to global job search engine that caters to Master-level graduates
and students. Used by renowned MNCs and large conglomerates, this opens
doors for our students, globally. In addition to the job search engine, interview
tips, advice on important issues such as work permit in foreign lands, salary
and recruitment reports can also be found at the portal. It’s a valuable tool
for anyone seeking career advancement and new opportunities.

professional Once you know where you want your career to take you, we’ll help you
development hone the personal and professional skills you need to get there. A number
of online workshop sessions will be presented each year to help you
understand the job market better. You can look forward to insights on
interview techniques, how you can make better use of the online job
search resources available and other important tips - all prepared to
help you secure the career path you want.
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corporate From large, well-known regional corporations to full-fledged multinationals,

connections many businesses look to U21Global for quality management education including:

MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA, India

ADITYA BIRLA GROUP
MERALCO, Philippines
A.P.MOLLER-MAERSK, Singapore
MURUGAPPA GROUP, India
AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION OF NATIONAL
ADVERTISERS, Australia NEW SOUTH GLOBAL, Australia
CITIBANK, India RUGBY UNION PLAYERS ASSOCIATION,
CNBC, Singapore Australia
CORAMANDEL FERTILISERS, India SAN MIGUEL, Philippines
CPA, Australia SATYAM COMPUTER SERVICES
DIAMOND HR GROUP, Australia SINGAPORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE,
Hong Kong
EMIRATES NATIONAL OIL COMPANY (ENOC), UAE
STARHUB, Singapore
EMIRATES NBD, UAE
TAJ HOTELS, India
FRONTLINE TECHNOLOGIES, Singapore
TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES, India
HERO HONDA, India
TATA CONSULTING ENGINEERS, India
HINDUSTAN PETROLEUM CORPORATION, India
TATA MOTORS, India
IBM INDIA, India
TATA TECHNOLOGIES, India
INDIAOIL CORPORATION, India
TECOM INVESTMENTS, UAE
JOLLIBEE, Philippines
THOMSON CORPORATION, USA
KEPPEL CORPORATION, Singapore
WIPRO TECHNOLOGIES, India

"There are few online programmes that are as successful as U21Global.

It is very relevant to the type of education we want to provide for our
associates. It has the right credentials and an excellent mix of academics
and curriculum.”
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Programme Information

Master of Management in Information Technology

Competency-Based Curriculum

The Master of Management in Information Technology (MMIT) provides students with a flexible and comprehensive
programme for developing a range of technology management competencies.

The U21Global MMIT Solutions Development

programme is specifically Object-Oriented Analysis and Design
designed to develop expertise Software Engineering Management
in the eight competencies Usability Engineering
most highly demanded by
Strategic Improvement
business today. Its flexible
format allows you to develop
expertise in those
competencies which best fit
your background, needs,
interests and aspirations. Technology Architecture

You may choose to complete

one or more competency
clusters by completing the Enterprise Knowledge Management
relevant three subjects in Managing International Business
each cluster. Or, you may Organisational Behaviour
choose to create a
* Jointly developed with the
completely personalised
National University of Singapore
programme that doesn't
follow any of the clusters.

Each subject is 12 weeks in

duration, and students are
required to complete a total
of 12 subjects. You have Duration of Programme
flexibility in the choice of
subjects and when you take 1 - 4 years
them, so long as you
complete at least three 9 - 30 months
subjects a year.

6 - 18 months
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Postgraduate Diploma & Certificates of Information Technology Management

Pick the learning pathway that fits your needs and your aspirations

Our diploma and certificate programmes provide you with exactly the professional education you need. The coursework
is the same as that in the full Masters programme – the only difference is in the length of the programme and the extent
of the subject focus.

postgraduate diploma The Postgraduate Diploma provides students with a broad understanding of
of information information technology management and requires completion of eight subjects:
technology
management  eBusiness
 Database Management Systems and Applications
 Information Systems Project Management
 Information Systems Strategy
 Information Technology Systems for Business
 Software Engineering Management

Plus two subjects from all other available MMIT subjects

postgraduate certificate The Postgraduate Certificates provide students with a concise programme for
developing selected knowledge. The programme requires completion of four
subjects which are determined by the Certificate undertaken.

of information Complete four of the following six subjects :

technology
management  eBusiness
 Database Management Systems and Applications
 Information Systems Project Management
 Information Systems Strategy
 Information Technology Systems for Business
 Software Engineering Management

of IT project Complete the following four subjects :

management
and outsourcing  Business Process Management and Outsourcing
 Information Systems Project Management
 IT Outsourcing and Vendor Management
 Software Engineering Management
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There is a large and diverse set
of subjects to choose from.
The full and most up-to-date
list of subjects can be found
on our website at
www.u21global.edu.sg
BUSINESS PROCESS MANAGEMENT AND OUTSOURCING (3200) provides students
with an understanding of the techniques to apply in business practices and methods
that create and improve business processes. The foundational knowledge of business
processes can be used to create benchmark processes that improve business
performance across functional units and organisational networks. Outsourcing is a
natural evolution of business process management. The subject presents a radically
different way of thinking about organisations and work in order to create knowledge
and skills necessary to develop a programme of process reengineering, management
and excellence in organisations.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (780) focuses on how managers can
implement effective strategies in relation to corporate sustainability and corporate
social responsibility issues in their organisation. Some of the topics covered include
cultural change, value versus values, and leadership in sustainability. The emphasis
is on the change strategies – incremental and transformational – required to shift
organisations towards sustainability. The subject examines the role played by chief
executives, business managers, employees and other stakeholders as change agents
for sustainability.
DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND APPLICATIONS (2640) provides an
understanding of the functionality of databases and their role in modern business
environments. Students are introduced to relational conceptual data modelling,
database design, implementation issues, data management and advanced
database applications. A fundamental knowledge of such concepts equips students
to effectively deploy a commercial database management system in response to
the needs of a business organisation.
DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS, NETWORKS AND SECURITY (2620) provides an
overview of the process of adapting the corporate network infrastructure to the
rapidly changing business environment. Students explore the architecture of digital
systems, with emphasis on structural principles common to a wide range of
technologies. The focus is on the practical application of new network and data
communication technologies and the implications that these technologies have
for the organisation’s information processing capabilities and information security
management.
eBUSINESS (650) presents the key concepts of electronic business (eBusiness),
focusing on business issues, challenges and opportunities. The emphasis is on the
business applications and characteristics of technologies that can bring enhanced
revenues, cost savings and broader market reach to organisations of all types. The
subject examines how eBusiness can be used to provide opportunities to improve
an organisation’s effectiveness and competitiveness in its overall strategy and
functional activities (such as marketing and supply chain management) through
communication, co-ordination and transactions over the Internet and associated
technologies.
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ENTERPRISE KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT (751) provides students with an

understanding of the practical skills for managing the creation, transfer and utilisation
of corporate knowledge as a competitive asset. Students are introduced to the
three core elements of knowledge management and their relationships. The
importance and characteristics of organisational knowledge, the basic knowledge
processes, and various organisational and technological factors influencing the
implementation of knowledge management in an organisation are examined.
Students learn how to plan, develop and implement knowledge management
initiatives in an organisation.

INFORMATION SYSTEMS PROJECT MANAGEMENT (2800) provides students with a

sound understanding of project management theory and a comprehensive set of
best practices for information systems project management. The subject is designed
to help students manage change at work, co-operate with stakeholders and
generally be aware of the complex socio-technical environment in which information
systems are delivered and used. The subject provides an overview of the activities
involved in an information systems project, from project proposal and adoption
through system analysis and design, software production and testing, and
implementation and maintenance.

INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY (3000) provides a firm grounding in security

concepts that enables students to interpret security requirements and assess their
impact. Security is consistently rated as a major concern of consumers and
corporations alike in the use of the Internet and technology for conducting business.
The need to provide high levels of security and create trusted business relationships
is a priority for many organisations. Topics include security management, cryptography,
access control, network security, application security, operations security, physical
security, incident management and business continuity planning.

INFORMATION SYSTEMS STRATEGY (771) provides students with an understanding

of the contemporary technological and organisational issues involved in the
management of information technology resources at a strategic level. The role of
information systems in providing competitive advantage and the frequent need for
business re-engineering that accompanies adoption of new technology are discussed.
Strategic IT planning and the evaluation process to ensure proper alignment of
technology to business goals are also explained. Global IT issues are also considered.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS FOR BUSINESS (770) is designed to familiarise

students with the fundamental concepts, theories and frameworks in the management
of information systems. The subject provides students with an overview of the
organisational context for information systems. Information systems architecture,
information systems development process, knowledge management, enterprise
information technology, virtual organisations and the alignment of information
systems and information technology are examined.
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IT OUTSOURCING AND VENDOR MANAGEMENT (2810) highlights the potential

benefits and risks of information technology outsourcing. The subject presents methods
and techniques to select the right vendor and to manage outsourced IT projects.It
provides the essential skills and expertise needed for the successful implementation
of outsourced IT projects by getting it right from the start and managing it well to the
end. As more and more organisations outsource the development and implementation
oftheir IT applications, the skills required to manage an outsourced projectis crucialfor
the success of the project.

MANAGEMENT OF SERVICES (760) provides the knowledge base and conceptual

frameworks to facilitate the delivery of service excellence. Building on concepts from
management and marketing, the subject explores the increasing contribution of
service industries to the global economy. The subject identifies the specific challenges
associated with services, to encourage new ways of thinking and establish fundamental
principles for service managers. In a world where manufacturing industries increasingly
compete on the basis of service elements in their package of consumer benefits, the
need for managers who can provide leadership in services management is
accentuated.

MANAGING INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (640) equips students with the basic knowledge
and skills necessary for a manager to function effectively in an international business
setting. The subject covers the analysis of national environments, market choice,
entry-mode choice, balancing demands for global integration and local
responsiveness, subsidiary management and management of expatriates. It
incorporates teaching from many different disciplines of research, such as economics,
management strategy, sociology and political science, to help students understand
how strategies for a firm competing in international markets are influenced.

MARKETING MANAGEMENT (630) provides the framework to understand and analyse

the market environment, consumers and competitors, in order to facilitate marketing
decision-making. The subject introduces the concepts, principles and activities
involved in the analysis, development, implementation and control of marketing
programmes. The objective is to prepare students to apply the knowledge and skills
gained from this subject towards the development of effective marketing plans to
spur business growth.

OBJECT-ORIENTED ANALYSIS AND DESIGN (2910) prepares students to participate

effectively in the analysis and design of information systems solutions using an object-
oriented approach. The object-oriented lifecycle and process models, such as the
Rational Unified Process (RUP), Unified Modelling Language (UML), object-oriented
analysis models, object-oriented design models and design patterns are considered.
The subject also explains software reuse and component architectures with reference
to industry standards, such as CORBA, J2EE and DCOM. The relationship between
object-oriented design models and their implementation in programme codes is also
described.
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ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR (601) provides the knowledge base for understanding

behaviour within organisations. The subject incorporates teachings from multiple
disciplines – ideas from political science, economics and information technology
are woven into this subject as well as concepts from behavioural sciences, such as
psychology, anthropology and sociology. This subject equips students with tools to
effectively manage individuals and groups within organisations and offers a better
understanding of organisational culture.

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT (2900) introduces modern software

engineering practices and provides students with a broad understanding of
contemporary software engineering management. It begins by establishing the
need for disciplined software production and identifies a set of generic development
activities that are common to all software projects. Software requirements, analysis
and design are covered, as are issues of quality management, software testing, test
strategies and test techniques. The subject takes a close look at software process
models which arrange those activities into software projects. Finally, the issue of
software process improvement is discussed.

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (2700) provides students with an understanding of

contemporary issues in supply chain management. Students learn about the role
of information technology as the enabler of supply chain functioning and explore
the roles of logistics, procurement and manufacturing in the supply chain. The subject
also discusses the operational strategies available and the different systems of
communication and information sharing in enterprise resource planning and
managing organisational relationships.
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Applicants may be admitted to the MMIT programme if they meet the

following requirements :

1. A Bachelor's degree from a recognised university and two or more

years relevant IT work experience;
OR
A Bachelor's degree with first class honours from a recognised university
in a technical field of study, such as computer science, IT, engineering,
mathematics or physics.

2. Evidence of English proficiency for applicants whose first language is

not English and who have not undertaken tertiary education in English.
The minimum English language requirements are either :

 Academic IELTS (International English Language Testing Service)

score of 6.5 with an individual writing score of at least 6.0;
OR
 TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of at least
550 with a Test of Written English (TWE) score of at least 5.0, or
TOEFL Internet-based Test with a minimum score of at least 79
OR
 BULATS (Business Language Testing Service) at Level 4.

3. Statement of motivation for success in a 500-word essay

4. Two references (at least one referee should be familiar with the
applicant’s employment record)

5. An updated resume/CV

6. GMAT score (optional)

The requirements for the Postgraduate Diploma Programme and Postgraduate

Certificate Programmes are the same as those for the Master of Management
in Information Technology with one exception. Students applying for the
Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate programmes who do not
have an acceptable Bachelor’s degree may be eligible for admission if they
have a minimum of eight years relevant IT work experience.
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Applications are welcome throughout the year. Application forms are

available on the website. All applicants will be considered on individual
merit.

Admission decisions are made on an ongoing basis, and offers are generally
made one to two weeks after completed applications are received.

A one-time, non-refundable application fee of US$50 applies upon submission

of your application, and a US$100 fee applies upon acceptance of the offer
from U21Global.

A student submits completed application for U21Global

MMIT Programme

Student accepts the offer and registers for the programme

Student matriculates and starts programme orientation

CREDIT TRANSFER

U21Global may allow the transfer of up to six relevant subjects for subjects
completed at a Universitas 21 university. Credit transfer of up to three relevant
subjects may be allowed from other accredited institutions to the MMIT
programme.

Credit from subjects taken in the Postgraduate Diploma are fully transferable
to the MMIT. Credit from subjects taken in a Postgraduate Certificate are
fully transferable to both the Postgraduate Diploma and the MMIT.
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Programme Pathway
Graduate Successful graduates of MMIT programme may articulate to the MBA programme. Graduates will be required
with MBA to meet the MBA programme admission criteria. For details, please visit www.u21global.edu.sg/AdmissionReq

Graduate MMIT MMIT MMIT Master

with MMIT of
Successful Successful Successful Management in
completion of completion of completion of Information
Postgraduate Postgraduate Postgraduate Technology
Diploma Certificate Diploma 12 subjects
plus 4 subjects plus 8 subjects plus 4 subjects

Graduate Postgraduate Postgraduate

with an Diploma of Diploma of
Postgraduate Information Information
Diploma Technology Technology
Management Management
Successful 8 subjects
completion of
Postgraduate
Certificate
plus 4 subjects

Graduate Postgraduate Certificate of

with an Information Technology Management
Postgraduate 4 subjects
Certificate
OR

Postgraduate Certificate of IT Project

Management and Outsourcing
4 subjects
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U21Global has a standard global price for MMIT and other online programmes;
the price includes tuition for all required subjects and examinations. We do,
however, allocate various study grants in different geographic locations to
encourage education in developing nations. To find out more about our
tuition fees and grants, please visit our website at www.u21global.edu.sg and
complete the online pricing request form.

financing U21Global offers a range of financing packages, and programme fees can
be paid in a variety of ways with minimal interest repayment. Different financial
packages are available in various countries (subject to approval from the
banking services available in your country of residence).

For more information on U21Global's financing packages, please email us at

campus@u21global.edu.sg or contact us at any of our offices.
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Clemens Bechter Matthias Huehn Alok Mishra

Adjunct Associate Professor of Professor and Head of the Department Assistant Professor of Computer
Marketing and eCommerce at the of Strategic Management Engineering
School of Management, Asian Institute German University in Cairo, Atilim University
of Technology (Bangkok), Escuela del Egypt Ankara, Turkey
Alta Direccion y Administration
(Barcelona) and Euro*MBA Mohd Scalem Nazmun Nahar
(Netherlands) IMPETUS Chair of Information Technology Associate Professor of Information
& Systems at the Indian Institute of Technology
Carol Connell University of Jyväskylä
Management (Indore)
Lecturer in Strategic Management in Finland
the Aviation MBA programme at
Yunus Kathawala
Danau-Universitat, Austria Juan P. Montermoso
Professor of Operations Management
And International Business in the Associate Partner, Marketing
Eastern Lllinois University, Charleston
Pharmaceutical MBA programme at Operations Partners and President of
Lllinois, USA
University of the Sciences in Montermoso Associates
Philadelphia, US.
Michael Lavine
Assistant Professor of Computer and Tzvi Raz
France Cheong
Information Sciences Professor of Technology and
Senior Lecturer in the School of Business
Information Technology Towson University Information Systems Management
RMIT University Maryland, USA Tel Aviv University
Melbourne, Australia Israel
Ricardo Lim
Vatcharaporn Esichaikul Associate Dean and Associate Professor Marianna Sigala
Associate Professor of Computer W. SyCip Graduate School of Business, Lecturer in Operations and Production
Science and Information Management Asian Institute of Management Management
Asian Institute of Technology University of the Aegean
Bangkok, Thailand Purnendu Mandal Greece
Professor and Head of Department of
And Visiting Professor in Operations
Adam Huarng Information Systems and Analysis at
and Technology Management at the
Professor of Information Systems Lamar University, Beaumont, Texas
University of Fan S. Noli of Korca,
California State University, Los Angeles
Albania
California, USA

“Our faculty are carefully selected in terms of their academic qualifications as well
as publication record and work experience in the corporate sector. Cross-cultural
understanding is also required, as are sophisticated online teaching skills and a
passion for facilitating the education experience of our students.”

Dr Amy Wong
Assistant Professor,
Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs
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Isn’t it time to explore your potential?

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What is online education?

Online education at U21Global refers to the use of the Internet for the
delivery of subject materials, as well as the facilitation of interaction among
students and professors. Students access online classrooms, which provide
course content and a variety of communication features, including message
boards, threaded discussions and chat rooms. In short, online education
refers to a virtual campus where the full benefits of traditional on-campus
learning are accessible to students any time, anywhere they have access
to the Internet.

What are the advantages of online education?

Online education is student-centred, flexible and convenient. With the ease
of online delivery, the emphasis in the educational process shifts from
teaching to learning. Students do not have to follow a prescribed pattern
and there is more scope for personal growth according to your own preferred
style. In the online environment, everyone has an equal opportunity to
participate in class discussions.

How do online subjects work?

Each U21Global subject takes 12 weeks to complete, plus an additional
week for the final exam. A subject professor will guide students through the
subject content and exercises, which are completely online. The subjects
cover all aspects of traditional, classroom-based learning through the
creative use of a variety of communication methods. Students progress by
actively engaging in reading, reflecting and interactive problem-solving,
often in groups.

Who are the professors?

U21Global utilises a growing pool of excellent and dedicated professors.
Professors are carefully selected in terms of their academic qualifications,
depth of teaching experience, research publication record and consultancy
experience. All professors are required to successfully complete an extensive
training programme before being approved to lead a class. Our professors
are based all around the world, so students can take advantage of a faculty
that is truly international.

programme What is the length of the programme?

information This is dependent on the number of subjects you take at a time and whether
you choose to take extended pauses. Typically, the Master of Management
in Information Technology can be completed within two years. The
Postgraduate Diploma and Certificate programmes can be completed in
12 and 6 months respectively.
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What student support will I receive?

The U21Global student services team offers a comprehensive range of
academic and student support services from the moment of initial enquiry
to beyond graduation. Our student support includes enrolment counselling,
a comprehensive, interactive online student orientation, a student handbook,
24/7 technical support, career counselling and alumni services.

Can I transfer my credits to another university?

U21Global is already recognised by many of the universities in Universitas 21,
as well as other universities with equal standing. Credit transfer to other
university programmes, however, is always dependent on the individual
university’s academic policies.

Who awards the qualification?

The qualification is awarded by U21Global. Stringent quality assurance
procedures are completed by U21pedagogica, the quality assurance body
established by the Universitas 21 universities. The degree certificate awarded
by U21Global bears the crests of the participating Universitas 21 universities.

Will employers recognise my qualification?

Employers already recognise the quality of the U21Global online programmes.
A number of corporations and government agencies, such as CNBC in
Singapore, Keppel Corporation, STARHUB, Singapore Chamber of Commerce
in Hong Kong, Jollibee in Philippines, Satyam Computer Services and the
Aditya Birla Group sponsor their employees to study at U21Global. With the
reputations of the Universitas 21 universities behind your degree, you can
be sure your qualification will be recognised by discerning employers.

What is the recommended PC setup for the course?

The following are the recommended mininum system requirements:
· A personal computer with a Pentium 233 MHz or faster
· 128MB RAM or higher
· 1.5GB available hard disk space
· 56K V.90 kbps modem or higher and connection to the Internet
(e.g., ISDN, ADSL or cable modem)
· Sound card and speakers or headphones
· CD-ROM drive at 8x or better or DVD drive
· A minimum of 1024 x 768 resolution, 16-bit colour display
· Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system
· Microsoft Internet Explorer, version 6.0 (SP2)
· Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint 98 or higher
· Adobe® Flash® 8.0
· Adobe® Shockwave® 8.0
· Adobe Acrobat Reader® 7.0
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Singapore (Headquarters) India (North & East)

5 Shenton Way 905, Ansal Bhawan
#01-01 UIC Building 16, K.G.Marg
Singapore - 068808 New Delhi - 110001
Tel : +65 6410 1399 India
Fax : +65 6410 1368 Tel : +91 11 4151 9971/72
Fax : +91 11 4151 9973
China
BFSU-U21Global Office India (South)
Room 113, 1st Floor, International Suite No. 207
School of Business Regency Enclave (Near Garuda Mall)
Beijing Foreign Studies University No. 4, Magrath Road
No. 19, Xisanhuan Beilu Bangalore - 560025
Beijing -100089 India
China Tel : +91 80 4151 8341
Tel : +86 10 8881 7902 Fax : +91 80 4151 8340
Fax : +86 10 8881 7988
India (West)
Hong Kong 504 Powai Plaza
c/- Global Lounge Hiranandani Business Park
The University of Hong Kong Powai, Mumbai - 400076
Pok Fu Lam Road India
Hong Kong Tel : +91 22 6710 5273
Tel : +852 2916 8815 Fax : +91 22 6710 5271
Fax : +852 2916 8817
Middle East
Malaysia Knowledge Village, Block 2A
Level 36, Menara Citibank First floor, F41
165 Jalan Ampang Dubai, U.A.E
50450 Kuala Lumpur Tel : +97 14 369 3869
Malaysia Fax : +97 14 366 4043
Tel : +60 3 2169 6359
Fax : +60 3 2169 6168

This information is accurate at the time of print. Please check the website for any updates.
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