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Graduate (Research)
Application code:G5ZC
Department of Management

MPhil/PhD in Management - Information Systems and Innovation

Explore the complex interactions between information technology, organisations and society. Contribute original research in your chosen area.

Overview

Introduction

On this programme, you’ll gain the quantitative skills to contribute robust socio-technical research to the field of digital innovation, with the opportunity to specialise in your chosen area. As you progress, you’ll learn how to define problems and research questions, collect and analyse data, and apply your empirical observations to develop theoretical ideas.

You’ll begin your studies on the MPhil and move on to the PhD (subject to satisfactory progress).

LSE’s Information Systems and Innovation Faculty Research Group is one of the largest of its kind in the world. We have wide-ranging research strengths, with particular expertise in digital ecosystems, organisational technologies, security and privacy, health and financial services. During your studies, you’ll have the chance to complete a substantial piece of original research in your chosen field.

LSE is a globally renowned research university ranked sixth in the world for social sciences and management. As a student, you’ll be joining a world-class community of academics and doctoral students who contribute to pioneering research in various management disciplines.

We're also ranked second in the UK by percentage of overall four and three stars in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021).

Entry requirements

2:1 bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science or a social science discipline, plus high merit (65+) in a Master’s degree or equivalent in information systems or management or a related discipline.

See the GRE/GMAT requirements for this programme below under "Additional tests".

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 Research. Read more about our English language requirements.

Competition for places at LSE is strong. So, even if you meet the minimum entry requirements, this does not 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 from other students.

Programme content

You'll work closely with international and world-class faculty as part of a vibrant community of doctoral students, all of whom are pursuing varied research in different fields of management. The programme includes:

  • a comprehensive qualitative training
  • studies from a wide variety of countries
  • and the opportunity to specialise in a designated field.

Year 1

In your first year you'll take taught courses in qualitative and quantitative methodology and analysis and one of the additional specialist methods courses depending on your research needs. You'll take two specialist courses to deepen your knowledge of current research practices and theoretical approaches in Information Systems and Digital Innovation.

You'll engage in short duration research projects, called Research Practicums, with different members of Faculty. The rotation of practicum assignments will include one-to-one training and collaboration that provides you better understanding of the research process, such as:

  • literature reviews
  • applied research methods
  • data analysis
  • evaluating findings and implications.

It will also give the opportunity to interact and get to know different members of the faculty group.

Each week during term time you'll attend the Information Systems Seminar, hearing from a range of academic speakers from within the Faculty Group, student researchers and external speakers.

Why study with us

Discover more about our students and department.

Meet the members of the Information Systems and Innovation faculty

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 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, will not 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

Your application

We welcome applications for research programmes that complement the academic interests of members of staff at the School, and we recommend that you investigate faculty research interests before applying.

We individually evaluate each application and carefully review all the details you provide in your application form. We consider the following as part of your application.

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Fees and funding

The table of fees shows the latest tuition fees for all programmes.

You're charged a fee for your programme. 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

£4,905

Home student fee (2025/26)

The fee is likely to rise over the full duration of the programme. The School charges home research students in line with fee levels recommended by the Research Councils.

Learn more about fee status classification.

Learning and assessment

How you learn

Graduate destinations

Overview

Students who successfully complete the programme often embark on an academic career.

Career and placements of previous Department of Management PhD students

Teaching

The department aims to give all qualified doctoral students the opportunity to teach. Developing teaching skills and experience is an important component of the students' career development and prepares you for future academic roles. To make this experience as valuable as possible we draw on the support from the LSE's Teaching and Learning Centre.

Median salary of our postgraduate students 15 months after graduating:

£40,000

Top 5 sectors our students work in:

Information, Digital Technology and Data
Financial and Professional Services
Accounting and Auditing
FMCG, Manufacturing and Retail
Consultancy
This data is drawn from the 2021/22 Graduate Outcomes Survey, run by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). Median salaries are calculated for respondents who are paid in UK pounds sterling and in full-time employment.

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