About

The Doctor of Business Administration Concentration in Information Technology Management (ITM) prepares business & IT executives with the knowledge and acumen to solve complex business and IT problems, manage IT initiatives, ensure digital assets security, and have the expertise to implement governance and management of the enterprise IT infrastructure. Doctoral students will gain valuable insights into the strategic frameworks needed to sustain competitive advantage through the use of IT and other emerging technologies. This concentration has its design roots in the Project Management Institute (PMI) guide to the Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), and the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) accepted Information Systems Knowledge and Practice platform. The program emphasizes advanced decision-making and leadership skills, as well as in-depth knowledge of theory and applied research. Doctoral students have the opportunity to explore the challenges facing business today, including corporate social responsibility, globalization, and managing change.

Career Path

Graduate careers include Chief Information Officer, Chief Technology Officer, IT Strategy Director, Digital Transformation Executive, Enterprise Architect, Director of IT Operations, IT Governance and Compliance Manager, Technology Innovation Consultant, IT Program Manager, Information Systems Director, Cloud Infrastructure Manager, Cybersecurity Executive (CISO), IT Risk and Audit Director, Data Management Executive, IT Portfolio Manager, Academic Researcher / Professor (IT & Business), Threat Intelligence Director, Cybersecurity Entrepreneur / Startup Founder, Analytics-Driven Innovation Consultant.

Eligibility

Post Study Work Visa

Post Study Work Visa availability - YES

Admission Requirement

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Westcliff University below;

1. Bachelor Certificate and Transcript

2. Masters Certificate and Transcript

3. English proficiency Letter from University

4. Statement of Purpose

5. Passport

6. Recommendation Letter

7. CV

8. Statement of Intent

English Language Requirement

Westcliff University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit 

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Intakes


Click to chart with us