University of Sunderland
Its history dating back to 1901 the university of Sunderland is a dynamic, modern university with high standards of teaching and research and a growing reputation as the university for enterprise, employment and opportunity.

The University was recognised by The Guardian as England's best new university in 2001, and in 2005 was named by The Times Higher Education Supplement as the top university in England

IMIS
The Institute for the Management of Information Systems (IMIS) is the leading international professional association devoted to the management of information systems within the business environment.

With over 14,000 members living and working in more than 70 countries around the world, IMIS brings a global perspective to the universal issues of standards and best practice in this increasingly important profession.