Overview
Introduction
Digital innovation is changing the way we create and share information – shaping new business models, governance methods and approaches to public engagement.
Alongside your diverse, global cohort you'll examine the development and management of information, and emerging fields of study such as AI and big data analytics. You'll also study digital innovation in businesses and governments around the world, aimed at equipping you with the insights to become a leader in the field.
Managers who have the skills to capitalise on emerging digital developments are often in high demand. So, by the time you graduate, we hope you'll have become a critical thinker equipped to drive transformative change in a digital-first world.
LSE is ranked fifth in the world for social sciences and management (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026). So, you'll be studying in a globally-renowned learning environment with world-leading academics.
Read more about our MSc Management of Information Systems and Digital Innovation on our blog, The Student Lens.
Preliminary readings
- Avgerou, C., 2001. The significance of context in information systems and organizational change. Information Systems Journal, 11(1), pp.43-63.
- Faraj, S., Pachidi, S. and Sayegh, K., 2018. Working and organizing in the age of the learning algorithm. Information and Organization, 28(1), pp.62-70.
- Kallinikos, J., Aaltonen, A. and Marton, A., 2013. The ambivalent ontology of digital artifacts. MIS quarterly, pp.357-370.
- Orlikowski, W.J. and Scott, S.V., 2008. Sociomateriality: challenging the separation of technology, work and organization. Academy of Management Annals, 2(1), pp.433-474.
Entry requirements
- Upper second-class honours degree (2:1) or equivalent in any discipline. See international entry requirements.
- GRE or GMAT is not required, but a strong result from either of these tests will benefit applicants. Find out more about GRE/GMAT
- No previous work experience is required.
- You may also have to provide evidence of your English proficiency, although you do not need to provide this at the time of your application to LSE. See our English language requirements.
Please select your country from the dropdown list below to find out the entry requirements that apply to you.
Overseas
English language requirements
The English language requirement for this programme is Standard. Read more about our English language requirements.
Competition for places at LSE is strong. So, even if you meet the minimum entry requirements, this doesn't guarantee you an offer of a place.
However, please don’t feel deterred from applying – we want to hear from all suitably qualified students. Think carefully about how you can put together the strongest possible application to help you stand out.
Programme content
The curriculum is designed around three core courses. You can also customise your programme according to your own interests and career goals with a wide choice of optional elective courses in information systems, digital innovation, management, and a range of other topics from leading academic departments across LSE. Our alumni frequently cite this project as valuable preparation for their careers.
Dissertation
You'll complete the programme with an 8,000 word dissertation project during the summer, which will enable you to specialise with in-depth knowledge in your specific area of interest.
Programme highlights
- Sprint Week
- Alumni networking event in Spring Term
- Extensive career support
- Interactive seminars
- Guest lectures from industry experts (as part of the Study Skills course)
Programme Project
- Sprint Week in Autumn Term
This is a compulsory element of the programme (within the Innovating Organisational Information Technology compulsory course) where, as a team, you'll engage in a five-day simulation of a real-life technology management consultancy project, developing and pitching an innovative solution to a client. By the end of the project, you'll be equipped to collaborate effectively in group settings, tackling real-life cases using a diverse range of techniques.
Programme trips/events
- Trip to Bath in Somerset in Autumn Term
- End of exams celebration in Spring Term
Part-time programme structure
MISDI is a full-time 12-month programme. However, we can admit a limited number of part-time students to complete the programme over two years.
Part-time students will follow the standard regulations and classification scheme for a four-unit master's degree. Students are required to take taught courses in the Autumn and Winter Term throughout the two-year period and the workload will be split equally across two units in each year. The dissertation will be completed in the Spring Term of the second year. Below is the structure for each year:
- First year (part-time)
Autumn Term: two half unit core courses and one non-assessed course
Winter Term: two half unit optional courses
Spring Term: None
- Second year (part-time)
Autumn Term: one half unit core course
Winter Term: one half unit core course and one half unit optional courses
Spring Term: one half unit dissertation (core course)
The choice of which core and elective courses you take each year will be made in consultation with the Programme Director.
Please note that we're not able to make special allowances for students in regard to their timetables. Students will be required to manage their time to make sure they can attend the scheduled lectures and seminars.
Career support
LSE Careers and the Department of Management’s Careers, Alumni and Employer Relations team offer a comprehensive range of opportunities, including:
- sessions dedicated to career planning, interview preparation and job search strategy
- industry-focused alumni panels
- alumni and employer networking evenings
- employer-led seminars
- a Discover Tech programme designed to explore careers in technology.
Courses
Throughout your courses, you can expect to:
- discover how to address managerial challenges associated with cutting-edge digital innovations, such as AI and blockchain, with Dr Antonio Cordella
- gain expertise in managing and leading innovation teams, and design contemporary information systems and services, with Dr Will Venters
- ground yourself in the theoretical foundations of digital innovation and its impact on organisations and society, with Dr Ela Klecun
- learn to manage AI through its design and organisational logic, with Aaron Cheng
- explore the world of digital privacy, open data and digital transparency, with Edgar Whitley.
For the latest list of courses, please go to the relevant School Calendar page.
A few important points you’ll need to know:
We may need to change, suspend or withdraw a course or programme of study, or change the fees due to unforeseen circumstances. We’ll always notify you as early as possible and recommend alternatives where we can.
The School is not liable for changes to published information or for changing, suspending or withdrawing a course or programme of study, due to developments in teaching practice, regulatory requirements that require us to comply, lack of demand, financial unviability of a course, or due to circumstances beyond our control, such as the loss of a key member of staff or where a location or building becomes unavailable for use.
Places are limited on some courses and/or subject to specific entry requirements so we cannot therefore guarantee you a place.
Changes to programmes and courses may be made after you’ve accepted your offer of a place – normally due to developments in the discipline or as a consequence of student feedback. We may also make changes to course content, teaching formats or assessment methods but these are made to improve the learning experience.
For full details about the availability or content of courses and programmes, please take a look at the School’s Calendar, or contact the relevant academic department.
Some major changes to programmes/courses are posted on our updated graduate course and programme information page.
Why study with us
Discover more about our students and department.
Meet the department
Our mission
Welcome to the Department of Management. Our mission is to inspire superior management practices by fostering a comprehensive understanding of individuals, teams, organisations, and markets, along with the psychological, social, political, and technological contexts that influence them.
By studying with us, you'll gain access to a world-leading centre for education and research, uniquely positioned within a world-class social science institution at the heart of a truly global city.
The environment
Join a vibrant intellectual community comprising of world-renowned faculty, astute students, dedicated and responsive professional services staff, and high achieving alumni. Through pioneering research and high-level teaching, you'll receive comprehensive, intensive, and rigorous methodological training to help you become an expert in your specialist fields.
The rich and culturally diverse learning environment at LSE’s Department of Management, won't only enrich your experience through developing a broad perspective and understanding, but also unlock an invaluable network of global peers.
Create a better world
We go beyond the boundaries of a traditional business school by integrating diverse disciplines such as economics, marketing, data, and analytics. Our comprehensive approach ensures that students gain a profound and multifaceted understanding of the business world, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to excel in a dynamic global environment.
Join us in our vision to create a better world, where a profound understanding of management drives positive change in both business and society.
Discover more about our programmes and research.
Who's who
Why LSE
University of the Year 2025 and 1st in the UK in 2025 and 2026
Times and The Sunday Times - Good University Guide 2025 and 20261st in London for the 14th year running
The Complete University Guide - University League Tables 20265th in the world for the study of social sciences and management
QS World University Rankings by Subject 20266th in the world for leading the way in social and environmental sustainability
QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2026Your application
Overview
We admit students with diverse academic backgrounds. These include business studies and computer science graduates, but students are also welcome with other degrees where they are wishing to transfer their focus towards management, the internet and innovation.
Your application will be considered on its academic merits. An offer of a place may be conditional on attending additional courses and/or passing qualifying examinations at a suitable standard, in addition to your degree. There are always many more applications than places available at LSE and possession of the minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee that you will be offered admission. We encourage you to apply as early as possible.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified prospective students. At LSE, we want to recruit students with the best academic merit, potential and motivation, irrespective of background.
We carefully consider each application and consider all the information included on your application form, such as your:
- academic achievement (including predicted and achieved grades)
- statement of academic purpose
- two academic references
- CV.
See further information on supporting documents.
You may need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency. See our English language requirements.
Speak to an admissions specialist
If you have any queries which are not answered on the website or would like to chat with an admissions specialist, we run one-to-one Zoom chats on a weekly basis for prospective students and offer holders:
Contact us
For questions related to your application or the admissions process, check our admissions frequently asked questions page.
If you have any queries which aren’t answered on the website, contact the Department of Management Programme and Admissions team at dom.msc.admissions@lse.ac.uk. Please note that we’re only able to assist with enquiries relating to the Department of Management.
Who attends
The MISDI programme attracts a diverse range of students, and each year we carefully select a vibrant cohort from a wide variety of backgrounds and international locations. A core part of the learning experience is the exposure to a wide variety of cultures and international perspectives, as well as diverse expertise from our students’ wide-ranging academic and employment backgrounds.
The programme is well suited to both early-career graduates and mid-career professionals with experience to share.
Read more about the LSE student experience on our student blog, The Student Lens.
When to apply
Applications for this programme are considered on a rolling basis. This means that applications will close once the programme is full.
There is no fixed deadline. However, if you’d like to be considered for any funding opportunities, you must submit your application (and all supporting documents) by the funding deadline. See the fees and funding section below for more details.
Fees and funding
The table of fees shows the latest tuition fees for all programmes.
You're charged a fee for your programme. At LSE, your tuition fee covers registration and examination fees payable to the School, lectures, classes and individual supervision, lectures given at other colleges under intercollegiate arrangements and, under current arrangements, membership of the Students' Union. It doesn't cover living costs or travel or fieldwork.
Home
Home student fee (2026/27)
For this programme, all students pay the same tuition fees, regardless of their fee status.
Deposit
To secure a place on the programme offer holders will be required to pay a deposit of 10% of the tuition fee within six weeks of receiving their offer.
Overseas
Overseas student fee (2026/27)
For this programme, all students pay the same tuition fees, regardless of their fee status.
Deposit
To secure a place on the programme offer holders will be required to pay a deposit of 10% of the tuition fee within six weeks of receiving their offer.
At LSE, your tuition fees, and eligibility for any financial support, will depend on whether you’re classified as a home or overseas student (known as your fee status). We assess your fee status using The Higher education (Fee Limit Condition) (England) Regulations 2017.
Fee reduction
Students who have completed and passed an undergraduate degree at LSE and are beginning taught graduate study at the School are eligible for a 10 per cent tuition fee reduction.
Students who have completed and passed two or more Summer School courses are eligible for a five per cent reduction.
If you meet the eligibility criteria for both discounts, the higher 10 per cent discount rate will apply.
Find out more about the LSE alumni discount.
Scholarships and other funding
We recognise that the cost of living in London may be higher than in your home town/city or country and we provide generous scholarships to help both home and overseas students.
We offer some needs-based awards for this programme, including the Graduate Support Scheme. Competition for these awards and scholarships is strong. To apply for an award, you must have an offer of a place and submit a Graduate Financial Support application before the funding deadline.
The funding deadline for needs-based awards from LSE: 23 April 2026.
In addition to our needs-based awards, we offer scholarships for students from specific regions of the world and awards for certain subjects.
You can’t apply for a Graduate Support Scheme or LSE scholarship once you’ve joined the School.
Please note: we do expect students who register for a programme to have sufficient funds for the duration.
Government tuition fee loans and external funding
The UK Government offers a postgraduate loan for eligible students studying for a first master’s programme. This is designed to help with fees and living costs. Some other governments and organisations also offer tuition fee loan schemes.
Find out more about tuition fee loans.
Further information
Learn more about fees and funding opportunities.
Learning and assessment
How you learn
The curriculum is designed to challenge your view of the world, and of technology management as a discipline. You'll be asked to read research publications to understand the underlying reasons why today’s organisations and technological structures exist as they do across the world, and the practical implications for managers in practice.
You'll critically assess trends, conflicts and patterns in organisational practice, and form your own opinions to defend and debate with your classmates in seminars.
You'll learn how to develop and communicate well-reasoned arguments, and to tackle complex decisions and problems in the context of the socioeconomic and geo-political conditions in which organisations operate.
Courses are taught in lecture and class or seminar format. Lectures introduce the core theoretical and technical concepts whilst their associated classes allow students to discuss and apply these concepts through exercises and in-depth study. Seminars allow for the focused study of key concepts in a more informal style and often involve presentations by students on selected course materials. Many teachers adopt a variety of teaching methods to deliver their courses such as class exercises, team presentations, individual or group work, or case study discussions.
Given the high level of academic performance expected from students, a significant amount of independent study and preparation is required to get the most out of the programme.
LSE’s Department of Management is committed to supporting our students throughout their journey with us. This includes:
Academic mentor: You may meet with your mentor to discuss your studies at any point.
Faculty office hours: advice and guidance on academic issues are available when you meet with our teaching staff during their office hours.
Programmes team: our dedicated team can offer advice and guidance on your programme, signpost you to school support, and help you navigate the challenging year.
Other academic support: at LSE, we offer lots of opportunities to extend your learning outside the classroom.
The Learning Lab is the place to discover and develop the skills you’ll need to reach your academic goals at LSE.
Through the Learning Lab, you can:
- attend practical workshops and one-to-one sessions on essay writing, conducting research, and on managing your reading lists, workloads, and deadlines
- develop your academic writing, reading, and critical-thinking skills to meet degree-level expectations
- work in study groups to strengthen collaboration, cross-cultural communication, and teamwork skills in a supportive environment.
Disability and Mental Health Service: we want all LSE students to achieve their full potential. Students can access free, confidential advice through our Disability and Mental Health Service. This is the first point of contact for students.
How you're assessed
Half-unit courses can be assessed by two-hour unseen examinations, coursework assignments, class participation or group/individual project work.
You can view indicative details of hours and assessment for all courses listed in the online Programme Regulations.
Graduate destinations
Overview
Career development
The MSc Management of Information Systems and Digital Innovation has been designed to develop your intellectual and practical skills as a talented and well-rounded manager, with the ability to thrive and innovate with challenges in today’s complex and fast-moving technological world.
With a strong foundation of knowledge in organisational information systems and management of digital innovation, plus practical skills developed with case studies and the practical MISDI Bootcamp project, you will have the opportunity to graduate with a unique and comprehensive portfolio of skills and knowledge to support you in your future career aspirations.
You will have opportunities to develop and polish your practical and professional management skills during the programme, including communication and presentation skills, team working, cultural intelligence gained from close collaboration with classmates from around the world, and client management experience from the MISDI Bootcamp project.
Graduate destinations
Our graduates are often in high demand by employers. MISDI graduates have taken roles across a wide variety of sectors, in companies across the globe.
Top five sectors graduates have gone onto work in* include:
- information, digital technology and data
- financial and professional services
- accounting and auditing
- consultancy
- FMCG, manufacturing and retail.
Examples of organisations that graduates work in* include:
- Accenture
- Deloitte
- IBM
- Amazon
- HSBC
- PwC
- Microsoft.
We’re also proud of what the impact of studying on the MSc Management of Information Systems and Digital Innovation brings to our graduates’ careers, with the median salary 15 months after graduating* being £39,000.
* Data collected by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) and supplied to LSE as part of the 2018/19 - 2021/22 Graduate Outcomes Surveys.
Career support
Our Careers Alumni and Employer Relations (CAER) team support you in preparation for whichever path you choose to follow beyond LSE.
We work alongside you each step of the way; from researching different sectors and opportunities available, to identifying internships for your optional work placement pathway, jobs or further study, and then navigating the application and interview process.
You can take advantage of one-to-one careers appointments (that continue when you're a graduate), complemented by a wide range of events and engagements throughout the duration of your programme, including:
- industry-focused alumni panels
- alumni and employer networking evenings
- employer skills seminars
- business projects
- office visits
- mock assessment centres/interviews
- careers skills boot camps.
All Department of Management students have access to the services of our team in addition to the support of the central LSE Careers team, who support the wider university.
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