Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Management Information System
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-04-07 | - |
| 2025-05-05 | - |
| 2025-06-02 | - |
Program Overview
Nature of the programme
The programme is an online programme composed of 8 taught modules of 25 credits each, of which five are core modules and three are elective modules relating to a specialist stream, culminating in a research based dissertation of 40 credits. The modules may be taken continuously on a full-time basis or spread over a longer period on a part-time basis, depending on the circumstances and needs of the student. Each taught module lasts for seven weeks and the material is available online 24 hours per day, seven days per week during that period. The student may opt to supplement the online taught modules during this period with face-to-face tutorials in a blended approach. The research is supervised by a PhD-qualified tutor within a structured format over a period of 14 weeks, resulting in a dissertation that is both internally and externally examined.
During the taught modules students interact virtually with their tutor and fellow class students. The number of students taking any one module is limited to 30, thus encouraging personalised interaction and sharing of knowledge and experiences among students from a diverse background.
The module material and e-library access is available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week for the duration of the modules and for the entire period of the dissertation, through a purpose-designed Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Through the VLE, in addition to their module material, students are able to gain instant access to thousands of the latest versions of text-books and journals from Unicaf University’s e-library to support their work. The recommended textbooks and the entire e-library are directly available to the student from their VLE platform at the click of a button. Through the online library help desk, students are able to request for further reading materials that they may need.
Upon completion of this Master students should be able to:
- Demonstrate effective analytical and critical thinking skills to make an appropriate business related decisions.
- Distinguish and analyse ethical problems that occur in business and society.
- Illustrate how current technologies and decision-support tools can be utilized to the advantage of business operations.
- Explain the role and significance of effective management information systems, and describe how they contribute to optimizing organizational performance.
- Explain fundamental database concepts and apply these concepts to the design and development of relational databases.
- Demonstrate the major steps in the design and implementation phases of the system development life cycle (SDLC).
- Apply programming skills to solve common business problems and Web development techniques.
- Explain fundamental concepts of data communications, computer networking, and the related hardware.
- Demonstrate technical knowledge of computer networks, information security and information assurance.
Program Outline
Foundation Courses
Course Code: UU-M-IND100
Course Title: Induction Module
Credits: 0.00
Course Code: UU-FNT-203
Course Title: Introduction to Master Degree
Credits: 0.00
Core Units
Course Code: UU-MBA-709-MW
Course Title: Theories of Management and Leadership
Credits: 25.00
Course Code: UU-MBA-717-MW
Course Title: Strategic Development
Credits: 25.00
Course Code: UU-MBA-708-MW
Course Title: Managerial Economics
Credits: 25.00
Course Code: UU-MBA-710-MW
Course Title: Financial Management
Credits: 25.00
Course Code: UU-MBA-740-MW
Course Title: Web Design and Development
Credits: 25.00
Course Code: UU-MBA-741-MW
Course Title: Business Data Communication and Security in Management Information Systems
Credits: 25.00
Course Code: UU-MBA-742-MW
Course Title: IT Project Management
Credits: 25.00
Course Code: UU-MBA-715-MW
Course Title: Research Practices
Credits: 25.00
Course Code: UU-MBA-711-MW
Course Title: Dissertation
Credits: 40.00
About Unicaf University
Unicaf University is a pan-African, independent, internationally recognised university, combining the best elements of online learning through the offering of high-quality academic education.
Unicaf University pursues excellence in teaching and student achievement while ensuring a high degree of satisfaction in a dynamic online environment. Unicaf University is committed to setting high standards in Higher Education while working with relevant stakeholders to drive the evolution of online learning. Unicaf University aims to become the leading tertiary institution in Africa, recognised for its outstanding contribution to teaching, learning and research.
Accreditation
Unicaf University is a licensed university in Malawi and Zambia and is also approved to recruit students in Kenya.
Unicaf University in Malawi is accredited by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) and Unicaf University in Zambia is accredited by the Higher Education Authority (HEA).
Unicaf University campuses in Zambia and Malawi are also accredited by the British Accreditation Council (BAC) as an Independent Higher Education Provider. The Unicaf University campus in Malawi is a full member of the Association of African Universities.
Memberships
Unicaf University is a proud member of the United Nations Academic Impact (UI), the Association of African Universities (AAU), the Southern African Regional Universities Association (SARUA) in Zambia and Malawi, and the Advance HE, which is dedicated to supporting leadership and effective governance, tackling inequalities, and enhancing teaching and learning in the HE sector. Additionally, the university is a full member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), the world’s oldest international university network established in 1913 in the UK. The Association provides avenues for collaboration and cooperation among its members to develop and share good practices for international higher education.
Unicaf University is a signatory of the UN’s Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) initiative. It is committed to transforming its teaching and research in support of universal values of sustainability, responsibility, and ethics.
Unicaf University offers Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees in a wide range of subjects through its campus network. Students have the opportunity to earn high-quality internationally recognised qualifications at a low cost through exclusively online delivery or with the option of on-campus study. The University combines traditional face-to-face complementary tutorials with the active use of digital learning tools through an innovative blended learning approach.
Students can benefit from generous scholarships offered through Unicaf. The Unicaf Scholarship Programme has awarded more than $100 million worth of scholarships, enabling thousands of qualified students to study for internationally recognised degrees at a fraction of the cost and positively transform their lives.
The University has established state-of-the-art campuses in Malawi and Zambia and it is in the process of expanding its university network. In addition to the Unicaf University campuses, students also have the modern facilities of the Unicaf learning centres around the world at their disposal.
Our Vision
To set the benchmark for accessible and flexible higher education, epitomizing innovation, inclusivity, and community engagement across Africa and beyond.
Our Mission
To nurture academic distinction and critical thinking, sparking innovation among students through a transformative education that is globally pertinent and culturally rich.
We are committed to empowering learners with essential 21st-century competencies, utilising state-of-the-art technology, exemplary teaching standards, and meaningful research to drive societal advancement and professional achievement.
Academic Quality
Partnerships
Unicaf University and its associated institutions are registered and approved by a number of different jurisdictions in countries around the world.
High Academic Standards
Unicaf University is committed to maintaining high academic standards, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning offered, and providing a high-quality learning experience for its students.
Outstanding Learning Experience
The professionalism and creativity of our faculty, individually and collectively, make a vital contribution to the enhancement of the learning experience through their continuous feedback, support and individual attention given to each student.
The Unicaf Scholarship Programme
Unicaf University partners with the Unicaf Scholarship Programme, one of the most generous scholarship programmes available. The programme supports eligible students in Africa and provides opportunities for studies towards the degrees offered by Unicaf University at a fraction of the cost.
Save with a Unicaf Scholarship
Earn a generous scholarship to study for an internationally recognised Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctoral degree.
The Unicaf Scholarship Programme was founded to offer gifted students the opportunity to further their education, by earning internationally recognised qualifications at low cost, through online study or blended learning.
More than $100 million worth of scholarships have been awarded through the Unicaf Scholarship Programme, enabling thousands of qualified students to study at a fraction of the cost and positively transform their lives.
Scholarship Eligibility
Unicaf considers candidates for a scholarship based on:
Academic qualifications:
Candidates should meet the entry requirements of the respective programme of study.
Financial ability:
Candidates should be in a position to pay the remaining portion of the fees after the scholarship is applied.
Country of residence:
Different scholarships apply depending on the country of residence of the student.
My pursuit of a PhD was a demanding yet rewarding journey. The rigorous programme equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of business fundamentals, including management, leadership, strategic management and operations. A course in strategic management honed my strategic thinking and competitive analysis skills, empowering me to lead terms to exceptional performance and successfully launch my own venture.
