London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

Modules

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Information Systems Project

Prerequisites – 62 Information systems development and management and
103 Elements of information and communication technologies

This subject consists of an individual project undertaken by the student. The paper is intended to consolidate material that is taught within the programme, and to allow a student to develop deeper knowledge in a particular area of interest. The scope of the project can range from a theoretical investigation of some aspect of information systems, to practical systems analysis or systems development for an outside client. In all cases a student will be expected to explore relevant and up to date literature in information systems, including literature on project management and research methods. As part of the project students are expected to provide an account of the development of the main elements of their work, as well as a critical reflection on what they have achieved.

The subject will be assessed on the basis of a final project report and a written examination. The written examination addresses both the particular issues and insights afforded by a student’s project, as well as general issues of project management and the selection and evaluation of research approaches.

Note: Candidates taking this unit are required to submit a project report.