Master's specialisationResponsible Digitalisation
Do you want to play a key role in responsible digital transformation in and by organisations? Learn about (big) data, infrastructure and AI, as well as developing your critical thinking and skills about the implications of using digital technology.
Something for you?
Are you impressed by what digital technology can do, yet also concerned when you read how organisations rely on wearables in warehouses to push for inhuman productivity targets (Amazon) or how AI cannot provide an example of a black, female executive leader? Then this master specialisation is right up your alley as we:
- Focus on ethical, legal, societal and sustainable aspects (ELSSA) of digital transformation in and by organisations
- Provide you with hands on basic understanding of (big)data, infrastructure and AI
- Develop your critical reflection and skills on implications of digital technology
- Teach you how to develop responsible digitalisation strategies
- Turn you into the ‘boundary spanner’ between data and AI experts and strategic management that many organisations currently express an urgent need for
- Prepare you to safeguard and contribute to SDGs and have significant societal impact
Admission requirements
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- Main language
- English
- Study duration
- 1 year (60 EC)
- Start
- September
- Contact hours
- 5-10
- Programme format
- Full time
- Degree
- Master of Science, specialisation of Business Administration
- Faculty
- Nijmegen School of Management
- CROHO code
- 60644
- Accreditation
- NVAO
What will you learn
Our courses in Digital Transformation, Data Analytics for Responsible Decision Solutions (DARBS), Organisations in the Digital Economy, Digital Technology @ Work, and Digital Marketing will equip you with skills to leverage data and technology for responsible strategic decision-making, innovation, and sustainable growth, while taking into account possible impact on stakeholders and society.
In the ‘Digital Transformation’ course, you will be familiarized with foundational concepts regarding responsible digitalisation, such as types of data and data governance, infrastructures, forms of AI, legal and security issues, digital strategizing, and implementation and change management aspects. The ‘data analytics (DARBS)’ course teaches you to reflect on and use data and data analytical tools wisely for making informed choices. In the ‘Organizations in the Digital Economy’ course, you'll explore platform business models and their impact on labour markets and stakeholders, i.e. how they affect businesses and people's lives. The ‘Digitalisation @ Work’ course focuses on (managing) digital technology's impact on employees, work processes and labour relations. The ‘Digital Marketing’ course will provide you with the skills and strategy to leverage digital channels ethically and effectively to reach and engage audiences.
By the end of the program, you'll be ready to steer organisations through responsible digitalisation that benefit not only organisations but society at large. The knowledge you gain will help you make organisations in the digital age a better place for everyone.
Future career opportunities
- Digital Transformation Consultant: Advise organisations on strategies for ethical and sustainable digital transformation initiatives.
- Digital Business Analysts or Specialists: capable of managing usage of digital technologies to improve business while safeguarding employee, customer and public and planet well-being
- Digital Policy Analyst: Contribute to the development and implementation of policies that promote responsible digitalisation at the organisational or governmental level.
- Sustainable Digital Innovation Manager: Lead the development of digital products and services that balance innovation with social and environmental responsibility.
- Digital Strategists: responsible for organisations’ strategic digital and information infrastructural decision-making.
- Business owners of digital services or consultation: Create and lead startups that develop digital solutions with a focus on social impact and ethical considerations.
Research
To indicate the type of research in this specialisation, a few examples:
- How can organisations effectively integrate ethical considerations into their data-informed (strategic) decision-making to ensure responsible use of data and AI in business processes?
- What is the impact of online rating and review platforms (e.g., Tripadvisor, Zorgkaart Nederland) on organisations and professional practices?
- To what extent do digital platforms contribute to the creation of monopolistic market structures, and what regulatory measures can be implemented to promote fair competition and protect stakeholders’ interests?
- How can companies foster a culture of digital inclusivity and well-being in the workplace, while managing the impact of automation and artificial intelligence on the workforce?
- What are the most effective strategies for developing and implementing responsible digital marketing campaigns that balance the need for personalization with concerns for data privacy and consumer trust?
Questions about this programme?
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If you are going to follow this Master's programme, you will pay an annual tuition fee. There are different tuition rates. The amount depends on your personal situation.
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