Study programme title in Est.
Äriinfotehnoloogia
Study programme title in Engl.
Business Information Technology
TalTech study programme code
IABM02
MER study programme code
2016
Study programme version code
IABM02/25
Faculty / college
I - School of Information Technologies
Head of study programme/study programme manager
Kristina Murtazin
Language of instruction
Estonian
Self-paid study programme
no
Nominal study period
4 semesters
Study programme group
Informatics and Information Technology
Broad area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Study field
Information and Communication Technologies
Curriculum group
Software and applications development and analysis
Granting the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
õppe läbiviimise õigus
Validity date of the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
tähtajatu
No. of the decision granting the right to teach in the study programme group
112
Access conditions
Bachelor degree or an equivalent recognised qualification in accordance with admission requirements of TalTech.
Study programme aims and objectives
Using technologies requires an understanding of how technology transforms business processes,
strategies and policies. The IT officers and specialists of tomorrow need a programme that will enable them to innovatively utilise technologies in order to achieve business goals. The aim of the Business Information Technology Master’s programme is to educate leading ICT specialist in the fields of (a) business analysis and enterprise architecture, (b) information systems analysis and architecture and (c) business information and data analysis. Graduates are prepared to work in public organisations, businesses and enterprises or to pursue doctoral studies. The positions of officers or leading specialists can be reached after 3-5 years of working experience. Show more... Learning outcomes of the study programme
- possesses professional knowledge and the fundamentals necessary for an in-depth understanding of that knowledge;
- can apply the gained knowledge in a creative, innovative and responsible manner;
- knows the specifics of oral and written communication and can express themselves clearly and professionally;
- understands the particularities of teamwork and has the necessary knowledge for project and team management;
- understands the need for lifelong self-development and has the skills for gaining and constructing new knowledge;
- is an active and educated citizen of the world with well-justified self-confidence and global awareness. Show more... Graduation requirements
Completion of the curriculum in the required amount, and the successful defence of the graduation paper in conformity with the requirements set by the TalTech Senate.
In order to obtain Cum Laude diploma the graduation paper must be defended for the grade "5" and the weighted average grade must be at least 4,60, where all grades from diploma supplement are taken into account. Show more... Degrees conferred
Master of Science in Engineering
Study programme version structure :
Module type
total ECTS credits
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MAIN SPECIALITY 1: business information technology
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MODULE: Mathematics 12.0 ECTS credits (General studies)
Aims
The aim of this module is to teach mathematics applicable in business information technology.
Learning outcomes
A student who has completed the curriculum module:
- uses mathematics related to their specialisation when solving real-life problems;
- differentiates between mathematical representations of concepts related to their specialisation, and chooses the most suitable one based on the situation;
- uses mathematical models for solving problems and tasks related to their specialisation. Show more... Elective courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Hours per week
Lectures
Practices
Exercises
E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
Teaching semester
ITB8802
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
E
S
ITB8818
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
SK
ITB8832
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
S
ITI8700
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
1.0
E
K
MEM5260
6.0
3.0
1.5
0.0
1.5
E
S
MEM5270
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
S
Total: at least 12.0 ECTS credits
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MODULE: Entrepreneurship 12.0 ECTS credits (Core studies)
Aims
To teach the key concepts and aspects of entrepreneurship and economics.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the module, the student:
- applies the fundamental concepts of economics and entrepreneurship in analysing and solving real-world professional problems;
- utilises the stages of economic processes in designing business information technology solutions;
- evaluates and analyses the economic viability and profitability of technological solutions. Show more... Elective courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Hours per week
Lectures
Practices
Exercises
E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
Teaching semester
HOE7051
6.0
4.0
1.0
0.0
3.0
E
S
MEC5090
6.0
2.0
1.0
0.0
1.0
E
K
MEF5110
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
K
MET0340
6.0
4.0
1.0
2.0
1.0
E
SK
MMA5070
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
S
MMA5150
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
S
MMJ5240
6.0
4.0
1.0
0.0
3.0
H
K
MMJ5250
6.0
4.0
0.0
0.0
4.0
E
K
MMJ5270
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
H
K
MNF5510
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
A
SK
TER0550
6.0
3.0
1.5
0.0
1.5
E
K
TMJ3300
6.0
4.0
1.0
0.0
3.0
E
SK
Total: at least 12.0 ECTS credits
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MODULE: Management of Information Technology 24.0 ECTS credits (Core studies)
Aims
The aim of this module is to teach the important and necessary areas and aspects of the management of information technology.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the module, the student:
- develops the company's IT strategy, aligning it with the organisation's overall objectives;
- designs and optimises the business architecture and leads the development and management of supporting information systems;
- implements and refines methods for data and infrastructure protection, evaluating their effectiveness;
- analyses risks associated with ICT use and applies strategies to mitigate their impact;
- leads and motivates teams, applying project management principles and practices in complex work processes. Show more... Compulsory courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Hours per week
Lectures
Practices
Exercises
E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
Teaching semester
ITB8805
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
S
ITB8806
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
SK
ITB8807
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
SK
ITB8810
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
S
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MODULE: Business Information Technology 36.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
Aims
Students may choose study courses related to the following areas:
- Business Intelligence and Data Analytics – focusing on advanced aspects and techniques of business data and intelligence analysis.
- Information Systems Analysis and Architecture – offering in-depth study of critical aspects and techniques related to information systems analysis and architecture.
- Business Analysis and Architecture – providing comprehensive insights into the analysis, design, restructuring, automation, and management of corporate business processes. Show more... Learning outcomes
Graduates will acquire advanced knowledge in one or more of the fields of business information technology and applies this knowledge according to business needs:
- works securely with data and integrates it from various sources, creating complex data models, and generating reports;
- designs and documents the architecture of reliable, interoperable, and evolutionarily adaptable information systems, ensuring compliance with requirements and standards;
- contributes to developing and improving business processes by offering solutions and adhering to security and data processing standards. Show more... Compulsory courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Hours per week
Lectures
Practices
Exercises
E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
Teaching semester
ITB2430
6.0
4.0
1.0
0.0
3.0
A
SK
ITB2431
6.0
4.0
1.0
0.0
3.0
A
SK
Elective courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Hours per week
Lectures
Practices
Exercises
E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
Teaching semester
IAS0060
6.0
4.0
1.0
3.0
0.0
E
K
IDN1605
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
E
K
ITB8808
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
K
ITB8812
6.0
4.0
1.0
3.0
0.0
E
SK
ITB8813
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
SK
ITB8814
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
E
K
ITB8824
6.0
4.0
0.0
0.0
4.0
H
SK
ITB8826
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
E
S
ITB8828
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
E
S
ITB8829
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
SK
ITB8833
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
E
SK
ITB8903
6.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
E
SK
ITB8904
6.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
E
SK
ITB8905
6.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
E
SK
ITB8906
6.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
E
SK
ITI0207
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
E
S
ITI0210
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
E
SK
ITI8590
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
1.0
E
K
ITS8030
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
E
K
MEM5280
6.0
3.0
1.0
0.0
2.0
E
S
Total: at least 24.0 ECTS credits
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MODULE: Free Choice Studies 18.0 ECTS credits (Free choice courses)
Aims
The aim of free choice studies is to offer students the opportunity to acquire additional knowledge and skills based on their speciality and professional interests.
It is recommended to choose courses from the modules of other master's study programmes at TalTech or from elective courses in Business Information Technology programme. The main goal of free choice studies is to support the student in acquiring additional knowledge and skills necessary for writing a master's thesis. Show more... Learning outcomes
A student who has completed the curriculum module knows and is able to explain and use the knowledge and skills learned in this optional courses module.
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MODULE: Master's Thesis 18.0 ECTS credits (Graduation thesis)
Aims
The aim of master's thesis is to create the possibility of undertaking an independent scientific/ applied sciences/ engineering (research) project.
Learning outcomes
A student, who has successfully defended the master's thesis:
- identifies independently scientific, applied, or engineering problems in their field that require solutions;
- sets clear and achievable objectives, considering the problem and time constraints;
- selects and justifies an appropriate methodology based on the objectives;
- conducts the project and achieves results;
- justifies, analyses, and validates the results;
- presents the project’s problem, objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions both in written and oral form;
- explains and defends their ideas;
- works with literature, finds appropriate sources, and cites correctly;
- applies knowledge and skills acquired during studies to solve a sufficiently complex scientific, applied, or engineering problem in business information technology. Show more...
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STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn daytime study
