Andrew Lawes, University of Exeter

“I was looking for a course that would set me up to move into a career in IT, but neither 'pure' computing nor business degrees quite seemed to fit the bill. The ITMB course stood out to me because it involves studying both business and technology alongside each other with a practical focus on applying that knowledge in the real world. I also saw the opportunities to interact with employers and learn first-hand from representatives in the IT industry as unique benefits that I couldn't pass up.

I like the variety involved in studying two different but interconnected subjects, particularly as each lend themselves to developing complementary skills. Studying areas of IT such as computer programming has helped me to acquire logical and analytical skills, while studying business and management has helped me to learn presentation and interpersonal skills. I've also had plenty of practice in working in teams which I know will be useful experience for the future.

The ITMB course is unique in the way that it promotes a high level of engagement between employers and students. 'Guru' lectures have provided great opportunities to discover more about the interaction between business and IT in the real world from knowledgeable experts. ITMB student events are also great opportunities to meet employers from different industries who are looking to recruit in the future, providing us with a great head-start on securing a job when we graduate. I think these aspects of the course add value that can't be found anywhere else!

I am highly confident that the ITMB course will help my future career because I know it is helping me to develop the specific skills that graduate employers are looking for. I am also confident that I can take these transferable skills to a wide variety of roles and industries and be successful with them. The course has already helped me to establish contacts within several companies that will help me to secure internships or placements. In the future, an ITMB degree on my CV should help me to stand out from the crowd and ensure career success.”