MBA
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
CONCENTRATION
Table of Contents
01. About upGrad
02. About Johnson & Wales University
03. About IMT Ghaziabad
04. upGrad Learning Experience
05. A Week in Learner's Life
06. Curriculum
07. Onshore Alumni Benefits
08. Program Details and Admission Process
upGrad
upGrad is an online education provider that helps individuals develop their professional potential in
the most engaging learning environment. Online education is a fundamental and much-needed
disruption that will have a far-reaching impact. At upGrad, we are working towards transforming this
online education wave into a tsunami! We are taking a full-stack approach to leveraging content,
technology, marketing and services to our quality education at scale in partnership with universities
abroad and academics to our a rigorous and industry relevant program.
Through our partnerships with universities abroad, we are building a portfolio of unique study
abroad programs, which will help parents and students leverage online learning to study flexibly at
an affordable cost for part of the program in India and then transfer to a foreign university campus
to complete their degree abroad. These programs not only reduce costs for students and parents
but also provide potential opportunities for graduates to work in destination countries through
post-study work visas.
upGrad, in collaboration with IMT Ghaziabad, a renowned university, and Johnson & Wales
University (JWU), Providence, Rhode Island, USA is excited to offer a one-of-a-kind, academically
rigorous and industrially relevant MBA - Information Technology concentration program. Program
faculty members have more than 15 years of experience. The program covers the conceptual
depths of topics such as Marketing Management, Business Economics, Accounting and Finance,
Business Strategy, Market Research and much more.
Our aim is simple:
We strive to create
high-impact, on-campus
hands-on experiences that
prepare students for
meaningful and productive
careers.
Ronnie Screwvala
Co-Founder & Executive Chairman
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Johnson & Wales University
Founded 1914 NECHE Accredited
96.8% 15:1
Career Outcomes* Student/Faculty Ratio
Located in the scenic Providence, Rhode Island, USA, Johnson & Wales University’s mission is to
provide an exceptional education that inspires professional success and lifelong personal and
intellectual growth, and focuses on purposeful learning experiences. Johnson & Wales University
embraces diversity for a richly inclusive community and practices ethical citizenship in all aspects
of university life. An innovative educational leader, the university offers undergraduate and
graduate degree programs in arts and sciences, business, engineering, food innovation, hospitality,
nutrition, health and wellness. It also offers undergraduate programs in culinary arts, dietetics and
design. The university fosters an evidence-based teaching and learning environment and
undertakes continuous improvement and planning for a sustainable future. On-campus housing is
available to some international students.
Providence, Rhode Island — Small town feel with the culture and
sophistication of a big city
• Providence, Rhode Island hosts more than 30,000 college students in the city and is diverse and
welcoming
• The city is a cultural hotspot, ranked as “America’s Favorite City” by readers of Travel + Leisure,
Top 10 Best New Food City by Jetsetter, Best Small City by Architectural Digest, and many more
accolades
• With 25 official neighborhoods, you can explore the East Side of Providence with unique shops
and restaurants along Thayer, Hope, and Wickenden streets, many Italian markets, restaurants,
and bakeries in Federal Hill, and the Armory District on the West Side — many of which are a quick
walk from our Downcity Campus
• Filled with art and entertainment, you can walk to Trinity Repertory, Providence Performing Arts
Center, Veterans Memorial Auditorium, and AS220 from our Downcity Campus
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• Visit a Providence Bruins or New England Patriots game
• Explore other cities — Providence is just 45 minutes from Boston, Cape Cod, and Newport, and a
quick 3-hour trip from New York City
Why Johnson & Wales University
• 100+ majors offered universitywide
• Global university impact with alumni in 125 countries pursuing careers worldwide
• 15:1 Student/Faculty Ratio
• University-wide ranking in The Wall Street Journal Times Higher Education 2022 College Ranking
• Providence, Rhode Island campus ranking in U.S. News & World Report's Regional North's Best
Colleges Overall and Top Performers on Social Mobility in 2022
• Accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
• 96.8% Career Outcomes Rate
• JWU prepare their students with the skills and experience employers are looking for — 96.8%
of JWU students have a successful career outcome within six months of graduating.
• JWU Career Outcomes rate is historically higher than the national average.
*For an explanation of the career outcomes rate and other information, visit JWU Student Consumer
Information.
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MBA Information Technology
Concentration
In the era of a competitive environment where innovation is result-oriented and drives the business, a
Master in Business Administration, especially in Information Technology Concentration, is the answer.
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the IT sector will experience a growth of 12% in the upcoming
years. IT professionals seeking to advance their careers and reach leadership positions with strategic
skills will benefit from this MBA degree.
Upon completing the course, professionals can land up the roles of Information Technology Manager,
Chief Technology Officer, Project Manager, IT Business Relationship Manager, or Computer and
Information Research Scientists.
Why study MBA Information Technology Concentration
• The diverse curriculum will help you apply across a wide variety of career
• Average salary for Information Technology occupations in the USA with a master’s degree is
USD 94,371*
• Top recruiting companies hiring MBA IT graduates are Amazon, Facebook, IBM, Google, etc
• One of the most in-demand MBA program
Eligibility criteria for transfer to Johnson & Wales University
• Applicant must complete the Advanced General Management Program from IMT, Ghaziabad
with 55% or above marks
• IELTS of >= 6.5 or TOEFL of >=80 or Duolingo >=110
*Source: Emsi Burning Glass, 2020
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United States
The United States of America (USA) witnessed an influx of more than 2,11,930 Indian students in
2021 as per the Free Press Journal. From world-class universities, top-notch student facilities to a
flourishing job market, the United States of America has millions of options for international
students.
Studying in the USA will provide you with a globally recognized degree and the opportunity to find
high-paying jobs around the globe. The industry-oriented curriculum, amalgamation of practical
and theory, a wide variety of cultures, and opportunity to interact with pioneers from different fields
of study makes the USA the best choice to study abroad.
USA— the top study abroad destination
• Universities offer academic flexibility to students to explore different academic disciplines
• A perfect mix of theoretical and practical knowledge for industry exposure
• Part-time work opportunities along with studies
• The USA is home to top-ranking universities with high academic standards
• Excellent support systems for international students
• A melting pot of different cultures and ethnicities and races
• More than 200 research universities indulging in the world-class research
• Multiple career and internship opportunities upon completion of degree
• More than 2 million courses are offered in the USA
• Multiple financial aids, bursaries and grants available for international students
• Post-study work visa of up to 36 months
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IMT Ghaziabad
Established in 1980, Institute of Management Technology Ghaziabad (IMTG) is India’s premier
management school and is the fourth business school in the country accredited by the coveted
AACSB. Strategically located in Delhi-NCR region, IMTG has distinct focus on cultivating leadership
through innovation, execution, and social responsibility. IMT Ghaziabad is the proud alma mater of
more than 300 C-suite executives.
Ranking in 2019
Sr. No. 1. Survey
B School Ranking
1. Business Standard Super league 2
2. Business India 12th Overall
3. Business Today 12th Overall 5th in Private
Why IMT Ghaziabad?
IMT Alumni : Prasoon Joshi/Rudratej Curriculum benchmarked with
Singh/Sachin Pilot & more global institutions
than 30,000 alumni across the globe
Over three decades of expertise
One of the top B - Schools of the
in conducting management
country
education programs
One of the four colleges in the country to be accredited with AACSB
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upGrad
Learning Experience
Coaching Format
Dedicated student success manager Online format with weekly live sessions from
industry experts to help with topic walk-throughs,
Weekly real-time doubt clearing sessions doubt resolution and personalised project
feedback.
Live discussion forum for peer-to-peer doubt
resolution monitored by technical experts
Peer-to-peer networking opportunities with
an alumni pool of 10,000+
Lab walk-throughs of 15+ industry-driven
case studies Hands-On Projects and Hackathons
60+ case studies to choose from as well as a
Six employability tests for industry readiness
Capstone Project and a Hackathon every quarter
to apply learnings.
Access to the program for up to three years
Mentorship
60+ live interactive sessions with
industry experts, fortnightly
personalised group (1:8) mentorship
sessions and a dedicated student
mentor.
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A Week in Learner's Life
Online learning has now become the go-to mode of learning where students across the globe are
using these platforms to their advantage, allowing them to reduce dependencies on physical
lectures. Here’s a sneak-peek at what a week of study looks like!
Core Curriculum
8 hours
Though practical learning will be our main focus, it is just as crucial to prepare our
learners to be industry-ready. Keeping the average attention span in mind, we have
developed short videos that cover the important topics, while ensuring that the
lectures don’t get monotonous.
Personality Development
2 hours
Communication is key. Considering the high amount of competition that exists today,
it is crucial for individuals to improve their communication skills to impress potential
employers. Our personality development modules are dedicated to soft skill develop-
ment.
30 mins - 1 hour
Networking & Mentorship
Online learning is no longer lonely. Students will get to interact with their peers via
various platforms like discussion forums. Every learner also gets a dedicated student
mentor to help them through their academic journey.
Case Studies & Assignments
3.5 - 4 hours
Practice makes perfect. Post module completion, students will receive soft copies of
the content they completed, so that they can revise it when required. Every week,
students will be given an assignment that needs to be completed within the stipulat-
ed time.
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Project Presentation
3 hours
Presentation of assignments will be done on a weekly basis which would be graded
by our teaching associates. Students will be provided with feedback to ensure
consistent growth.
Non-Graded Assignments + HBR Case Studies
Students will receive access to case studies from the Harvard Business Review. This
will help them understand and address real-world business problems, thereby
creating a practical and engaging learning environment.
We understand online is new but in this new age we have to change the way we
learn in order to adapt and accustom ourselves with ever-evolving business and its
demands, hence the vision of the program is directly coming from individuals who
have had experiences in various corporate domains, which helps us address the
expectation gap that generally is faced by young graduates when they try to enter a
company’s workforce.
Anandita Singh
Director - Academies
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MBA Information Technology
Concentration
1. Advanced General Management Program from IMT Ghaziabad
MARKETING MANAGEMENT - 1
• Fundamentals of Marketing
• Marketing Channels
BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
• Effective Communication
• Build a Personal Brand
ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE
• Accounting Statements and Ratio Analysis
• Project Evaluation
• Working Capital Management
DECISION SCIENCES
• EDA and Sampling
• Hypothesis Testing
• Regression Analysis and Forecasting
BUSINESS ECONOMICS
• Micro Economics
• Macro Economics
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OB, HR MANAGEMENT, ETHICS & LEGAL
• Individual, Group & Organisational Behaviour
• Human Resource Management
• Business Law and Ethics
SALES AND DISTRIBUTION MANAGEMENT
• Fundamentals of Sales
• Territory Management
• Channel Management
• Team and Customer Management
BUSINESS STRATEGY
• Fundamentals of Strategy
• Growth Strategy
OPERATIONS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
• SCM and Strategic Planning
• Source, Make and Move
• Regression Analysis and Forecasting
LEADERSHIP, ENGAGEMENT AND PEOPLE PERFORMANCE
• What defines a leader?
• Leading teams effectively
• Leadership as a way of life
LEADING CHANGE FOR SUSTAINABLE FUTURES
• Change Management from an Individual Perspective
• Change Management from an Organisational Perspective
• Reimagining Change
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ENTERPRISE AND RISK MANAGEMENT
• Understanding Risks in an Organisation
• Tackling Risks
DIGITAL BUSINESS INNOVATION
• Digital Innovation
• Digital Business Transformation
• Digital Businesses
ELECTIVE COURSE (CHOOSE ANY ONE)
• Market Research
• Corporate Finance
• Business Leadership
• Operations & Supply Chain Management - 2
• Business Analytics
• Human Resource Management
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Study Abroad Curriculum
IELTS PREPARATION
• Preparation of IELTS Exams
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
• Language Development
• Academic Writing Skills
• Spoken Academic Communication
• Reading and Listening in Academic Context
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
• Introduction to Research
• Research Sampling
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY & RESEARCH
• Introduction to Academic Integrity
• Introduction to Plagiarism
• Plagiarism: Advance Understanding
• Ethical Considerations
ACADEMIC REFERENCING
• Academic Referencing
• Referencing Style Guides
FORMS OF ACADEMIC WRITING
• Different Forms of Long Format Writing
• Dissertation or Thesis Writing
• Writing SOPs
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CRITICAL THINKING
• Being a Critical Thinker
• Reasoning Skills
• Persuasion
• Critical Thinking as a Life Skill
NETWORKING AND PROFILE BUILDING IN FOREIGN DESTINATIONS
• Networking
• Profile Building
FINDING JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS
• How to Find Jobs and Internships in Foreign Destinations
IMMIGRATION AND VISA RULES
FINANCING EDUCATION
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2. MBA Information Technology Concentration from Johnson & Wales University
CORE COURSES 12 CREDITS
• Financial Reporting and Control 3 Credits
This course offers students a practical approach to understanding financial reporting. Students
learn the requirements of generally accepted accounting principles in financial statement
preparations by researching and analyzing publicly traded companies. Emphasis is placed on
how the financial statements translate into stock prices and how they can be used as a
barometer of a company’s financial position. Students explore how companies in trouble can
benefit from implanted controls, via the financial reporting process, to ensure earlier and better
insight in making difficult decisions.
• Global Economic Environments 3 Credits
This course presents various theories and practices of globalization, international trade,
importing, exporting, finance and international risk assessment. Topics examined include
globalization, absolute and comparative advantage, tariffs, non-tariff barriers to trade, importing
and exporting, regional trade agreements, trade policies for developing nations, immigration,
foreign investment, and the effect of public policy on international trade. In addition, students
gain insight into the ethical, international and multicultural dimensions of organizational behavior.
• Ethics, Corporate Social Responsibility and Law 3 Credits
This course challenges students in making difficult and necessary ethical choices on the basis of
limited information and frequent conflicting values. In their future roles as professionals in a
chosen field, students face moral temptation and ethical dilemmas that resist easy answers or
simple formulas for action. A major goal of this course is to develop an analysis of the important
role of all stakeholders in a corporation. The firm's interaction with its environment, navigation
through national and international laws reconciling various legal obligations, and impact as it
discharges its responsibility to the world and local community is extensively shared through case
studies and community service projects.
• Evidence-Based Research in Management 3 Credits
This course enables graduate business students to develop problem-solving, critical thinking and
quality decision-making skills that are important for professionals in all industries. Students
evaluate the credibility of the various sources of organizational information (practitioners, the
research literature, organizational data, and stakeholders) and develop techniques in critical
thinking to improve organizational decision-making. For each source of information, the course
examines the three critical elements of knowledge creation: ask, acquire and appraise.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COURSES 12 CREDITS
• Decision Support Systems 3 Credits
This course focuses on design, development and implementation of effective systems for
meeting information needs of management decision-makers. The course explains both
model-based and data-based decision support systems and their use by business managers.
Decision Support Systems (DSS) are addressed at three levels: general theory, implications for
DSS design, and code/rule-based development. Data mining, developing business intelligence
with analytics and modeling are reviewed. Data warehousing and DSS across cultures associated
with transnational systems are also addressed.
• Enterprise Data Management 3 Credits
This course focuses on the problems and issues surrounding distributed data management
integration and the concepts of grid computing. Also examined are management and
administration of very large and /or distributed database architectures within national or
international companies or organizations. Topics also include the fundamentals of business
functions as they relate to enterprise data management.
• Strategic Management of Information Technology 3 Credits
This course examines four dimensions of strategic IT management: IT environment scanning, IT
planning and control, IT acquisition and implementation, and strategic use of IT (use of IT to
increase your firm’s profitability). Special attention is given to the IT/IS alignment within the
organization. Professional abilities and attributes of successful IT managers (knowledge, systems,
strategies and technology) are also emphasized.
• Current Trends and Issues in Information Technology 3 Credits
This course provides current theory, trends, and issues in the field of information technology.
Global topics of infrastructure, hardware, software, security, quality control are examined. Social
and cultural impacts of technology, virtual digital communication, data mining and government
regulations are also considered. E-business, planning, budgeting and electronic commerce within
the context of information management are also assessed. Students develop an area of interest
and formulate a research proposal for further study in IT management.
CAREER CAPSTONE COURSE 3 CREDITS
• Business Policy and Strategy 3 Credits
This interdisciplinary capstone core course focuses on how to create, identify and manage
competitive advantage within an organization. Students are encouraged to use skills and insights
developed during prior coursework as they strategically analyze contemporary business issues
and cases. Throughout the course, particular emphasis is placed upon developing both a
strategic perspective and a global viewpoint. Students formulate strategies and tactics that are
appropriate for the different organizations under consideration. Readings, exercises and class
discussions focus on real-world examples of strategic issues that students are likely to encounter
as managers of organizational units. Tools and techniques for performing strategic analyses and
stimulating innovative problem solving in a highly competitive global environment are covered in
detail. Students complete a major comprehensive project that is graded collaboratively.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of required core courses.
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LIST OF WAIVED OFF COURSES
• Effective Leadership 3 Credits
This course reviews how mid- to upper-level managers can become effective leaders by drawing
on knowledge of the major concepts, theories and skills used in the field of organizational
behavior. A major focus of this course is on developing leadership diagnostic and
problem-solving skills through numerous analyses of situations that mid- to upper-level
executives are likely to encounter and require their attention. Throughout this course, particular
emphasis is placed on the ethical, international and multicultural dimensions of organizational
leadership. Students conduct research on selected topics in the fields of leadership and
organizational behavior. Students also participate in a wide variety of self-assessment exercises
that will help them better understand what they need to do next to become more effective
leaders.
• Strategic Marketing 3 Credits
This course is designed for students who can apply skills and knowledge gained through
previous courses or experience. The course emphasizes issues of setting a viable marketing
strategy through segmentation, targeting and positioning in today's competitive global
marketplace. Through case studies, course readings, lecture and student presentation
opportunities, students address a wide range of marketing problems, many of which involve
strategy. Additionally, through the cases and readings, students are exposed to a broad spectrum
of marketing environments such as products and services or consumer markets versus business
markets. The role of brand management in today's competitive environment is presented.
• Financial Management 3 Credits
This course provides the student with sufficient analytical skills to interpret and act upon financial
data and information that lead to sound financial decisions for business organizations. Topics
include the time value of money, capital budgeting methods, financial statement analysis,
breakeven analysis, short and long term financing methods, and topics in international financial
management. Contemporary financial management techniques are discussed throughout the
course.
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upGrad Abroad
Onshore Alumni Benefits
Our support does not end up once you board a flight to your study destination but also continues
in the University you join. Once you reach the University, you will be provided following additional
support by upGrad abroad:
• upGradabroad Onshore Buddy
Entering a foreign land can be a blissful experience when one knows that someone is always
there to assist in attuning to the culture and other important aspects related to the country.
With upGradabroad courses, the students will be entitled to one such service which is onshore
upGradabroad buddy.
As the name suggests, the onshore upGradabroad buddy will extend the support in many
ways like helping them with the orientation session, arranging the city tours, guiding you with
the local visa process, finding the accommodations, city registration, opening a bank account,
and other mandatory services.
Not only this, the onshore buddy will organize insightful sessions on destination country
cultures so that the students can easily get along with the local students at the university. The
onshore buddy will extend his support in finding part-time work at the university or outside
University (if allowed) and providing guidance on how to apply for a post-study work visa /
OPT (optional practical training).
• Extended upGrad Career Services
There are also extended career services offered by upGradabraod and that include building a
strong resume, organizing mock interviews, and providing guidance on the best practices to
find onshore jobs.
• Alumni Portal
As an upGradabroad student, the students are entitled to access the Alumni portal where they
can build a professional network with other upGradabroad Alumni for assimilating information
related to finding jobs or social integration.
• upGrad Alumni Discount
Under the upGrad Alumni discount, the students can avail of great discounts on the courses
that they would like to take up in the future which can help them in upskilling their careers and
suit their resume for jobs abroad.
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Admission Process
Program Duration and Format
11 months online | 12 months on-campus in USA
Program Fee
Online Course - INR 3,00,000 (incl. of all taxes)
On-Campus at Johnson & Wales University, Providence, Rhode Island, USA
- Indicative Tuition Fees - USD 22,734
- Indicative Cost of Living - USD 20,144*
*Fees are subject to change depending upon intakes and admission year
Eligibility Criteria
Applicant must have scored 55% or above marks in their class 10th, 12th and graduation. Maximum
backlogs (ATKTs) accepted will be 10.
Program Start Dates
Please refer to the website for program start dates.
Selection Process
Application & Shortlisting Block Your Seat
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