Get ready for the digital world
Master in Information Systems
Apply for the Master in Information Systems Program at the University of Liechtenstein until June 30, 2018 and start your studies in September 2018! The University of Liechtenstein is one of the first universities that offer a university-based master’s education in “Data Science”, “Business Process Management” and “Cyber Security”. These specializations have been developed in close cooperation with industry representatives and will prepare you perfectly for your future career in a digital world. Sounds interesting, doesn’t it?
Who can think about it?
The University of Liechtenstein’s Master in Information Systems Program, with its majors in “Business Process Management”, “Data Science” and “Cyber Security”, provides well-grounded methodological competences at the intersection between information technology and business, required in the digital world. The program focuses on skills related to both, improving organizational efficiency and innovativeness. The specialization in “Business Process Management” focuses on methodological competences for the analysis, implementation, improvement, and continuous management of business processes. The specialization in “Data Science” focuses on methodological competences for turning information into competitive advantage and innovation. The specialization in “Cyber Security” focuses on methodological competencies in addressing threats to the security of data and applications, and in assessing risks associated with these threats.
The program allows the combination of work and study, as lectures are scheduled from Thursday to Saturday. That’s a great flexibility and here are some other good news: The Hilti AG, one of the biggest providers of products for construction industry, awards the most talented master’s students in Information Systems, IT, and Management from Europe with a truly unique fellowship program: the Hilti Fellowship. This Fellowship is a combination of practical training at Hilti and academic learning at the University of Liechtenstein, designed to set the cornerstone for a successful future. The Hilti Fellowship allows students to study abroad for one semester in Liechtenstein (Thu– Sa) and gain experience as an intern at the Hilti Corporation (Mon–Wed). The salary for the five months’ placement is about CHF 13,000. The program starts in September or February.
When to apply?
Research at the Institute of Information Systems focuses on “Business Process Management”, “Data Science” and “Cyber Security”. The institute's research agenda is dedicated to identifying and using information and communication technology to meet contemporary organizational needs.
The study program perfectly suits students holding a first degree in the fields of Industrial Engineering and Management, Computer Science, Economics, Information Technology (IT) or Business Administration.
Study and Work in Liechtenstein: Master in Information Systems (MSc) Hilti Fellowship
The final deadline for the September intake for EU citizens is 30th June and the final deadline for the February intake is 30th November.
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Research possibilities and Student Fellowship
Research areas include digital innovation, process management, sustainability, content management, big data analytics, enterprise resource planning, culture assessment, digital nudging, and data and application security. Various research projects deliver solutions for the industry, service, and public-administration sectors. Moreover, the Hilti Chair of Business Process Management offers highly motivated full-time degree students the opportunity to become a part of interesting projects in research, teaching, and transfer to the industry within the Institute of Information Systems. At the same time, they will gain an insight into the workings of the Institute “behind the academics” by getting involved in marketing activities and offering administrative and logistical support.
Practical, innovative, international Students within the Information Systems Master’s Program work closely together with leading industry partners in the region like Hilti, Swarovski, ThyssenKrupp Presta, Ivoclar Vivadent and other internationally renowned companies. In “Innovation Lab” and other seminars they offer exciting practical-work projects each semester and also possibilities for students to write their master’s thesis in collaboration with them. Graduates of the master’s program have ideal qualifications for entering the job market in Liechtenstein, Europe and around the world. The Master in Information Systems is also really international. Students come from all around the world (USA, Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Finland, Iran, Greece, Poland…). They represent about 15 different nationalities each year! Are you going to join the Polish representation? Christina Mathis, (AB) www.semestr.pl