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Management science
and information systems
studies (MSISS)
COURSE CODES:
PLACES 2012:
POINTS 2011:
DEGREE AWARDED:
TR034
27
385
B.A. (Moderatorship)
Special Entry Requirements:
Leaving Certificate
HC3
Mathematics
Advanced GCE (A-Level)
Grade C Mathematics
See also:
TR032: Computer engineering, page 132; Electronic and
computer engineering, page 135
TR033: Computer science, page 117
TR039: Computer science and language, page 120
TR081: BESS, page 37
TR082: Computer science and business, page 118
What is Management science and
information systems studies (MSISS)?
MSISS is about using both information and communications
technology together with quantitative tools such as management
science, statistics, probability and mathematics to solve
problems and in particular, problems in business and finance.
The emphasis in MSISS is on building up analytical skills,
flexibility and creative thinking. One of the remarkable features
of MSISS is the range of careers that graduates take up.
MSISS is made up of four strands. The first is based around
developing skills in quantitative techniques, such as mathematics,
statistics, probability, data mining, forecasting and management
science. The second strand focuses on information technology and
systems and ranges from basic end user tools, like spreadsheets,
through programming, system design and development and
databases, up to state-of-the-art topics/techniques in areas such
as strategic information systems. The third strand is business-
based and covers important concepts in management, finance
and operations management. The fourth strand seeks to develop a
range of personal skills including teamwork, making presentations,
interviewing, report writing and researching.
Course overview
The four strands in MSISS are organised as three main subject
areas supported by the interpersonal skills framework. The three
subject areas are:
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Business and management
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Quantitative analysis
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Information systems
Interpersonal skills such as interviewing and making presentations
are both taught explicitly and implicitly (i.e. built into the teaching
of other subjects). The Sophister (third and fourth) years provide
the opportunity to specialise in an area of your choice.
Is this the right course for you?
This course is ideally suited to students who like solving complex
problems and are interested in both technology and business.
The range of subjects studied is wide and will challenge your abilities
on several fronts, leading to graduates who have the ability to think
about issues in both technical and business terms. As a result,
graduates are highly employable in a world where a combination of
business, technology and numerical skills are in increasing demand.
Course content
The modules covered by main subject areas are as follows:
Business and management:
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Introduction to management and organisation
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Finance and accounting
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Operations management
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Economics
Quantitative analysis:
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Forecasting
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Management science (operations research)
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Data mining
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Market research
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Mathematics
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Probability
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Statistics
Information systems:
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Information systems and technology
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Programming (C, C++, Visual Basic and Oracle)
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Strategic information systems
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End user computing
Personal skills:
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Making presentations
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Interviewing
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Report writing
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Research methods
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Team-working
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Consulting
The Freshman years
During the Junior and Senior Freshman (first two) years, you will
get a solid introduction to a number of fields. Subjects you will
study include:
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Computer programming
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Economics
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Management science
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End-user computing
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Mathematics