Why study your master's at Holmes Institute Botswana
This MSc is for graduates who want to move from using technology to deciding how organisations use it.
A qualification that carries weight
Awarded through the Botswana Qualifications Authority at NCQF Level 9. Local credibility, with skills that apply internationally.
Step up from technical roles to strategy
Learn to align IT with long-term business strategy, building the mix of technical, analytical and leadership skills the information systems sector needs.
Skills for Botswana's digital economy
Digital transformation, enterprise systems, business intelligence, data analytics and project management, taught with a focus on governance, security and ethics.
Specialise in cyber security or AI
Choose an elective in Cyber Security or Artificial Intelligence for Business, then research an emerging technology in your dissertation.
Learn through real work
60% of your assessment is formative: projects, presentations, group work and reflective analysis that build the skills you will use at work.
More than 60 years of experience
Study with expert educators in interactive classes, backed by more than 60 years of Holmes Education Group experience in business education.
Study your master's in Gaborone
Join a modern business school in Gaborone, backed by more than 60 years of Holmes Education Group experience.
- Two intakes a year. Start in February or August, whichever suits your plans.
- A campus in the capital. Unit 1, Plot 1264, Old Lobatse Road, Gaborone.
- Support for students moving to Botswana. Your advisor explains the study permit and visa steps for your country.
- Guidance from enquiry to enrolment. An admissions advisor checks your eligibility and explains each step of your application.
What you will study
Four semesters over two academic years: nine core modules, one elective and a dissertation.
- 01Year 1 · Semester 1
Three core modules
Build your foundation in core information systems study.
- 02Year 1 · Semester 2
Three core modules
Develop your core knowledge further.
- 03Year 2 · Semester 3
Two core modules and an elective
Choose Cyber Security or AI for Business.
- 04Year 2 · Semester 4
Dissertation
Research a specialist area or emerging technology, including its ethical and strategic impact.
Core modules
- Business Analysis
- Digital Transformation
- Enterprise Systems
- Business Data, Information and Knowledge
- Project Management
- IS Governance, Security and Ethics
- Research Process and Practice
- Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
- Dissertation
Elective modules (choose one)
- Cyber Security
- Artificial Intelligence for Business
Assessment combines formative (60%) and summative (40%) work, including essays, projects, presentations, group work and reflective analysis.
Where this degree can take you
Graduate ready for specialist roles that are central to Botswana's expanding digital economy.
- Systems Analyst
- ICT Consultant
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Digital Transformation Consultant
- Database Manager
- Business Analyst
Fees and entry requirements
Postgraduate tuition fees, per year
| Botswana citizens | BWP60,000 |
|---|---|
| SADC nationals | BWP65,000 |
| International students (non-SADC) | BWP70,000 |
Ask your admissions advisor about payment options and the total cost of study.
Who can apply
- A bachelor's degree at NCQF Level 8, or equivalent, in a related discipline, with at least a Third Class classification.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CAT) may also give you access to the programme.
Not sure whether your degree qualifies? Send your details and an advisor will check for you.
Before you apply
Is the MSc accredited?
Yes. The MSc in Strategic Information Systems is awarded through the Botswana Qualifications Authority at NCQF Level 9, which is master's level.
How long is the programme?
Two academic years of full-time study, over four semesters, for a total of 240 credits. The final semester is your dissertation.
When can I start?
There are two intakes each year, in February and August. The next intake is February 2027. Request information to receive the application deadline.
I studied a business degree, not IT. Can I apply?
The programme brings together business and technology, and applicants need a bachelor's degree at NCQF Level 8 in a related discipline. Recognition of Prior Learning may also apply. An advisor can review your background.
I live outside Botswana. Can I apply?
Yes. Holmes Institute Botswana welcomes applications from students in Botswana and from other countries. Annual tuition is BWP 60,000 for Botswana citizens, BWP 65,000 for SADC nationals and BWP 70,000 for other international students. Your admissions advisor explains the study permit and visa steps for your country.
Apply now to start your master's in February
Applications for the February 2027 intake are open. Apply online today, or request the programme guide first.