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Courses Handbook 2013

This handbook contains information for courses and units at Curtin in 2013.
Information for current year courses and units is available at Courses Handbook 2012.

312768 v.1 Business Information Systems and Internet Communications Double Major

Introduction

Business Information Systems Major- 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. Internet Communications Major- provides you with an opportunity to learn in detail about the human dimensions of the Internet: how people network, collaborate, and share information through Internet communications, media and design. You will develop advanced skills in creating, maintaining and managing online communications for personal and commercial interactions, as well as gaining knowledge of the social and cultural contexts within which those interactions occur. The approach is interdisciplinary:you develop skills in website design, public communication, social network management, collaboration via virtual organisations, and web media production. At the same time you will understand the political, economic and social changes associated with the Internet

Combinations available with this Major

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.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
312085 v.1   Internet Communications Major 200.0
312092 v.1   Business Information Systems Major 200.0
  400.0

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