MBL vs. MSIS, by Ken Gans Hitachi High Technology
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This document compares and contrasts a Master of Information Systems (MSIS) degree with a Master of Business Leadership (MBL) process. It summarizes the key differences between the two options, finding that the MBL provides greater benefits like improved leadership skills and inspiration of others with less effort, cost, and time commitment than the MSIS degree. The MBL process yields a higher return on investment for both the individual and their company according to the document.
MBL vs. MSIS, by Ken Gans Hitachi High Technology
- 1. A Masters Case Study by Ken Gans What Do You Want? Master of Information Systems (MSIS) Master of Business Leadership (MBL) Managing People Leading People Position based power with no correlation to effective leadership Yes with direct correlation to inspirational leadership, engaging hearts and minds MSIS Structure MBL System Career preparation based on understanding the organizational needs requiring information system solutions. Emphasis is placed on system analysis, information system design and IT management. Detailed study on implementing cost effective information systems. I worked very hard for these few letters after my name. This designation has done little for my career, my company or my ability to lead and inspire those around me. Rather, it left me with the feeling of being entitled and having the need to be compensated for my time and effort. The Master of Business Leadership system begins by uncovering true urgency and removing complacency. Urgency... o What do you want? o How would getting what you want feel? o How important are those results and feels to you? Develop o Greater awareness o Better tools and insights o New habits and beliefs Obtain o Better results with less effort and more fun The Master of Business Leadership process is a practical system to grow any organization or business into a meaningful and profitable enterprise that can flourish in any economy or business climate. It brings together decades of research and experience from neuroscience, quantum physics, business coaching and organizational development. Benefits and Results Greater Effort; Greater Cost; Less Benefits and Results Significant amount of work was required for classes, study, papers, etc. The focus was on systems with limited managerial Less Effort; Less Cost; Greater Benefits and Results The MBL process is scalable to each individuals desired results with greater focus producing greater results. The time
- 2. work that did little to develop my ability to lead and inspire others around me. Others are only aware of this degree if I tell them. It is of little value to me or the company on a daily basis. Specialized in computer information systems design and their organizational impact. Obtained supervisory and management positions. Technology changes rapidly and requires continual upkeep of course material. Strengthened analytical thinking. spent over the 20 week period is much less than MSIS program. Others have noticed my actions and commented on my inspired leadership. The benefits and results for me and my company continue to grow daily. Most actions I take throughout the day are now related to the MBL tools and insights. I began achieving greater awareness and better results almost immediately. Created a personal and departmental Vision focused on our strategic actions and results. Became aware of and dramatically improved my emotional intelligence opening up a passion for my Vision that has lied dormant for many years. Our team dynamics has improved. Timeframe 2 years (part-time) 20 Weeks Cost $35,000 $10,000 Accreditation Yes, although the return on investment has not been justified in my opinion Yes, the positive effects of this investment are being noticed and experienced by myself and those I work with on a daily basis. The Master of Business Leadership system has proven to provide a much higher return on investment to me and my company.