Programme Code
6112
Programme Title
Aim and Objectives
Aims
- The PhD. Management Information Systems programme is designed to prepare graduates in the theory and practice of MIS in the areas of management, information systems and technology. Graduates are expected to engage in teaching and research careers involving the design, analysis, implementation and operation of computer-based information systems and other associated organization and economic issues.
- The PhD Management Information Systems programme is designed to prepare students for teaching and research careers involving the design, analysis, implementation and operation of computer-based information systems and other associated organizational and economic issues. It gives students the ability to perform critical analysis of existing work, and to undertake research studies to advance academic understanding in the MIS field in the course of their Ph.D. studies and in their subsequent career.
Objectives
The objectives of the postgraduate MIS programmes are to:
- To produce high level manpower in MIS through the acquisition of requisite skills and knowledge, for national development.
- To develop in MIS graduates a sense of inquiry, capacity for independent research and motivation to extend the frontiers of MIS technology.
- To produce graduates who will be adequately equipped for relevance in the global knowledge economy.
- To produce graduates who are capable of applying appropriate MIS principles for solving problems for the promotion of human well-being.
- To produce manpower with optimal competencies and skills to function effectively in the academia and the private sector.
Entry Requirements
Candidates seeking for admission into the Ph. D. degree programme must satisfy the following general and specific requirements :
- Satisfy the minimum five (5) credits requirement for admission into the postgraduate programme including English and Mathematics.
- Holders of a Master degree (M.Sc., M.Tech., M.Phil, or equivalent) in Cyber Security Science/Computer Science from National Open University of Nigeria or from any other University recognized by the Senate of National Open University of Nigeria with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a scale of 5.00 or weighted average of 60% or an average of performance of “B” grade.
- Holders of equivalent qualification/experience specified for the course recognized by the Senate may be considered for admission.
Duration of Programs
The Programme minimum duration is 6 semesters and maximum of 12 semesters
Graduation Requirements
- The student must earn a minimum of 32 credit units including thesis
- The student must present three seminars before the final defence
- The student is expected to publish at least in a reputable peer reviewed conference proceedings and journal
Comments
- SCI801 and SCI802 are required courses for student who have not taken them at the Master’s level
- GST807 is compulsory for students who have not studied under ODL
- All students of the PhD Management Information Systems programme are required to obtain a minimum of 12 credit units of coursework and 12 credit units of thesis.