KU Leuven

Overview

The Master of Business and Information Systems Engineering at KU Leuven equips aspiring managers with the skills to merge business economics with information and communication technology (ICT). This program emphasizes data-driven decision-making, enabling students to design, integrate, and manage information systems that empower organizations in the digital landscape.

• Degree: Master of Business and Information Systems Engineering
• Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
• Credits: 120 ECTS total
• Delivery: On-campus (KU Leuven)
• Language of instruction: English
• Application: Via KU Leuven’s application portal

What you'll study

Year 1 (54 ECTS) – Core foundations

• Advanced Database Management and Content Management
• Simulation Theory and Applications
• Architecture and Modelling of Management Information Systems
• Advanced Analytics in a Big Data World
• Business Analysis
• Software Architectures for Collaborative Systems
• Applications of Operations Research
• Applications of Statistics
• Management Control and Cost Management
• Energy Technology and Energy Economy
• Philosophy and Ethics

Year 2 (36 ECTS) – Strategy and integration

• Operations Strategy in Manufacturing and Services
• Strategic Management
• Master’s thesis

Specialisations (choose a track)

• Information Systems Engineering and Management
• Data Science
• Technology and Entrepreneurship
• Production and Logistics
• Quantitative Marketing
• Risk and Finance
• Exchange programs (where applicable)

Electives and projects (6 ECTS)

• Internship Project / Research Project
• Summer schools and Integrated Business Project / Social Profit Project
• Courses from specialisation packages

Master’s thesis

The program concludes with a master's thesis, where students apply analytical and information-systems methods to address a business-relevant challenge, showcasing their technical proficiency and managerial acumen.

Entry requirements

There are no specific GRE, GMAT, or GPA grading score requirements for this program.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Master of Business and Information Systems Engineering are well-prepared for various roles in management, consultancy, and technology-focused positions. The integration of business and information systems knowledge allows them to navigate and lead in the evolving digital economy effectively.