Management Control & Information Systems
Recently, there has been an increasing focus on Management Control (MC). Scandals in which listed companies suddenly turned out to be completely “out of control” attracted a lot of attention and had enormous consequences. The realisation has dawned that directors and supervisors have a responsibility that goes far beyond mere financial management.
Whereas first management boards were already facing liability for lack of good management, now supervisory board members and supervisors are also being personally called to account for mismanagement. This has increased the need for Management Control. This module combines control and management of the organisation and its processes with appropriate and necessary information (systems) so that the organisation can achieve its strategic goals. The importance of the module is underlined in the reliability of management information.
| Location | Utrecht | |
| Investment | €2.532,03 (excluding VAT, literature and accommodation costs) | |
| Duration | 4 days |
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About the training
The need for Management Control has increased enormously. The question, of course, is how to remain sufficiently “in control”: what requirements need to be met? The role of information systems providing reliable and relevant information is crucial in this respect. Needless to say, the recent scandals have provided additional focus to ensure reliability of information provision. An important link here is the information needed to be “in control”. On the one hand, the information needs must be understood, and on the other hand, are the systems capable of delivering the information?
This module combines control and management of the organisation and its processes with appropriate and necessary information (systems) so that the organisation can achieve its strategic goals. The importance of the module is underlined in the reliability of management information. The right information systems, coupled with correct information analysis should lead to the organisation being “in control”. The importance of correct and reliable information is proportional to being “in control”, according to the principles of management control. Herein we cover, among other things:
- Vision and analysis of management control systems
- Relationship between management control and the financial and non-financial steering information
- Coherence between strategy, MT information, processes and ICT
- Role of information systems in an organisation
Testing
The practice-oriented nature of the Masterclass is characterised by the testing through the writing of a research paper. In addition, the lecturer may request presentations and/or additional assignments. In order to conduct thorough research, a digital session on Research Methods & Techniques is part of the Master Class.
Certification
The Master Class is part of an NVAO-accredited Master. The program is concluded with a Master Class certificate and accompanying silver Edu badge including entry in the register.
Location
The Masterclass Management Control takes place in Vianen and in Arnhem. It is also possible to offer a Masterclass as an in-company training (as of 6 participants), if desired at the participants’ location. Please contact us for in-company programs.
Course times
Monday afternoon and Monday evening (11:00 am – 9:00 pm). Consultation meetings take place in the morning. Here, you work on cases and assignments, prepare presentations and comment on each other’s work.
Duration and study load
The master class Management Control & Information Systems consists of 4 contact days. Including the lecture hours, you should count on an average study load of 10 hours per week.
Literature
Dutch and English literature is used for all modules. All lessons are taught in Dutch.
Cost
The Masterclass is offered for €2,532.03 VAT free. This excludes literature and location costs. For a full cost overview, please contact us or download the brochure.
Extension Masterclass
The Masterclass Management Control & Information Systems is regularly combined with the Masterclass Management accounting & Control. For those who really want to go in-depth on topics concerning leadership, change management and strategy. This Post-HBO programme is a one-year programme which can then be extended by one year to a fully accredited MBA.
Schedule dates are subject to change
2025
On request
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– Andre Ijsselstijn
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