Information Systems  (IMIS)

Introduction

Institute for the Management of Information Systems is universally recognised as the professional body providing qualifications in the area of management information systems, which are vital for the effective management of business. The IMIS takes keen interest in provision of data processing education and training and conducts its own examinations.

 

IMIS is a widely recognized body, awarding the most prestigious data processing qualification in the private and public sector.  Its particular value lies in the fact that it does not only cover the technical and managerial aspects of data processing, but also the commercial and administrative environments. The institute offers three progressive levels, leading to acceptance for Degree courses at most UK universities. KCBC provides all IMIS courses leading to the institute’s Higher Diploma qualification.

 

IMIS Qualification (Levels)
 

  • Foundation

  • Diploma

  • Higher Diploma

Foundation Diploma Module

 

Certificate
 

  • FO1 Communication Skills

  • F02 Arithmetic

  • F03 Computing Awareness

  • F04 Use of Packages

  • F05 Book Keeping

  • F06 Office Practice

 

Entry Requirements:

Four GCSE passes at grade C or above including English and Maths, or equivalent overseas qualification. Mature students over 21 with two years of approved work experience may also apply.

   
 

Duration: One Year 

 
 

Diploma Modules

 

  • D21 Information Systems Practice

  • D22 Business Fundamentals

  • D23 Communications and Business Technology

  • D24 Programming and Web Applications

  • D25 Business Information Systems

  • D26 Information Systems Building

 

Entry Requirements: Completion of Foundation Diploma or Four GCSE passes at grade C or above including English and Maths and one A Level GCE pass or equivalent overseas qualifications.
   
 

Duration: Two years
 
 

Higher Diploma Modules

 

  • H31 Management Information Systems

  • H32 Information Systems Strategy

  • H33 Contemporary Information Systems Development

  • H34 Database Development

  • H35 Project Management

  • H36 Business Information Systems Project
 

Entry Requirements: Completion of Higher Diploma or BTEC National Certificate/Diploma in Computing or related subject, of Five GCSE passes at grade C or above including English Maths and two A Levels GCE, one of which must be in computing.

   
 

Duration: Two years full time study for the Diploma

                  One year full time study for the Advanced Diploma

 
 

*Students wishing to study for any of the programmes above need to join the IMIS as a student Member. The course commencement dates are January, April and September. Examinations are conducted in June and December. For further details please contact the college admission office.