Information Technology Management (with foundation year)

The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Delivery from year 1 of the degree course onwards will be from Coventry University campus.

Our degree with foundation year could be the stepping stone you need to achieve your goals. The foundation year aims to prepare you for degree-level study and is a great way to build the confidence, skills and knowledge needed to succeed on your degree course.

Learn to manage IT systems, develop the digital leadership skills needed to support innovation and deliver effective solutions and solve real-world problems by blending technology and business.

This course covers a range of digital technology content including fundamental software engineering and data storage concepts, the theory behind how networks operate, devices communicate and how such networks should be designed. It also covers information technology in business and the fundamental mathematical knowledge and skills required to solve relevant problems.

If you're looking to combine technical expertise with strategic management skills, then this course could be for you. It includes industry-relevant learning, hands-on projects and global perspectives to prepare you for roles in the digital economy.

• Business-IT integration: combines strategic management with technical skills like data analytics and cloud computing.

• Research-led learning: learn from experts through research-informed teaching, tackling real-world challenges in emerging technologies and digital business strategies.

• Career pathways: develop skills and knowledge that can help you work towards roles such as IT consultant, project manager, data engineer or business analyst.

Why you should study this course

• Industry-relevant skills: gain hands-on experience with modules in cloud computing, data analytics, and IT consultancy, ensuring you graduate with skills employers need.

• Professional opportunities: the option of a professional placement year that can provide you with invaluable experience and potential opportunities for networking events to further enhance your employability.

• Practical experience: work on live projects and case studies, developing solutions for real business problems while building a professional portfolio.

• Global career opportunities: you may have the opportunity to build industry connections and gain exposure to international perspectives, which could help you stand out when applying for graduate roles.

• Modern facilities: you will have the opportunity to use specialist labs (virtualisation, cloud computing, and programming) and industry-standard software.

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