MJRU-BINFS v.1 Business Information Systems Major (BCom)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
This specialisation will cater for those interested in the design of information systems and the application of computer technology in a business. It leads to careers as business analysts, systems analysts, information centre consultants, information managers in large or small business/government departments/information centres
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
The combinations being supported are: Bachelor of Commerce Elective Stream; Business Information Systems & Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Business Information Technology & Systems; Business Information Systems & Management; Business Information Systems & Internet Communiations.
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply information systems and knowledge management principles to support business operations by managing an effective information systems body
2. apply systems theory to develop business systems appropriate to a range of business organisations
3. conduct information requirements determination for a range of business organisations, recommend appropriate solutions and manage their implementation
4. able to effectively communicate information and system requirements, policies and procedures
5. manage an appropriate information systems department that provides an appropriate technological base to suit a range of business organisations
6. ability to see the business potential of new technologies as they emerge; ability to appreciate, and apply where appropriate, the philosophies behind new methodological approaches as they emerge
7. apply communications and collaboration technologies to support international organisations; understanding and appreciation of the role of information and knowledge management systems in supporting international organisations
8. understand the range of potential impacts of information technology on users and manage the implementation of systems and technologies that are appropriate to a wide range of users
9. apply professional skills to ensure ethical practices in areas including but not limited to privacy and information security; employ best practice techniques for the design, management and operation of information systems and information technology organisations.
Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
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Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
ISYS2002 | v.1 | Introductory Systems Analysis and Design | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
25.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
ISYS2006 | v.1 | Business Software Tools | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
ISYS2004 | v.1 | Business Systems Implementation | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
50.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
ISYS2012 | v.1 | Information Security | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
ISYS3011 | v.1 | Business Systems Selection | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
50.0 | |||||
Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
ISYS2013 | v.1 | Informatics Project Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
ISYS3005 | v.1 | Business Systems Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
50.0 | |||||
Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
ISYS3006 | v.1 | Business Applications | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
25.0 |
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