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Bachelor of Business Information Systems
Testamur Title of Degree: | Bachelor of Business Information Systems |
Abbreviation: | BBusInfoSys |
UOW Course Code: | 1838 |
CRICOS Code: | 068718M |
Total Credit Points: | 144 |
Duration: | 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Engineering & Information Sciences |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn/Spring |
Delivery Mode: | On-campus (Face-to-face) |
Delivery Campus / UAC Code: | Wollongong / 754500 |
Additional Information: | Course Finder |
Overview
Business Information analysts are involved in the analysis, design, implementation, maintenance and enhancement of computer based information systems critical to the successful operation of modern organisations. They require a sound understanding of the business requirements for the systems they design and must deal with users at all levels within an organisation.
UOW's Bachelor of Business Information Systems degree is specifically designed to prepare you for a career as a systems analyst or as an information systems specialist in a business, government, or a non-profit environment.
The program emphasises theoretical understanding and practical skills and involves working with a wide range of hardware and software tools, using state-of-the-art computing facilities. Real life projects will ensure your skills meet industry requirements.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students graduating from the Bachelor of Business Information Systems will be able to:
- Demonstrate theoretical and technical knowledge of business information systems and the ability to apply this knowledge in developing effective information systems.
- Perform analysis and design in developing computer applications within business contexts.
- Develop effective systems implementation within business contexts.
- Think creatively in identifying effective system solutions for business problems.
- Function effectively as part of a team to accomplish a set of common goals and objectives and communicate with project stake holders.
- Apply informed professional judgments regarding ethical and responsible decision making with consideration of related social responsibilities.
- Reflect upon work practices, tools and frameworks for ongoing professional development.
Course Structure
Students who enrol in Bachelor of Business Information Systems must satisfactorily complete at least 144 credit points consisting of the following:
- 120 credit points as outlined in the Bachelor of Business Information Systems Core Subject list;
- at least one 6 credit point subject from the Business Elective List;
- at least 18 credit points from the General Schedule;
- a maximum of 72 credit points of 100-level subjects can be undertaken as part of the Bachelor of Business Information Systems degree; and
- completion of ISIT200 Industry Placement, which is a single 8-week period of approved industry placement, assessed in the form of written reports. ISIT200 must be completed before graduation. The placement will normally be undertaken in the summer session at the end of the second year, although enrolment in this subject in the first year is strongly encouraged.
Core Subject List
Subject Code | subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
---|---|---|---|
Year 1 | |||
ACCY111 | Accounting Fundamentals In Society | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
ISIT102 | Information Systems | 6 | Autumn |
ISIT105 | Communications and Networks | 6 | Autumn |
ISIT111 | Programming Concepts | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
ISIT100 | Systems Analysis | 6 | Spring |
ISIT112 | Database | 6 | Spring |
ISIT114 | Object Oriented Programming | 6 | Spring |
MATH179 | Introductory Business Mathematics | 6 | Spring |
Year 2 | |||
MGMT102 | Business Communications | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer |
MGMT110 | Introduction to Management | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer |
ISIT201 | Information and Communication Security | 6 | Spring |
ISIT204 | Principles of eBusiness | 6 | Autumn |
ISIT206 | Web Technologies | 6 | Autumn |
ISIT208 | Strategic Systems Management | 6 | Spring |
ISIT218 | Systems Design and Human Computer Interaction | 6 | Autumn |
1 subject from the Business Elective List | 6 | ||
Year 3 | |||
ISIT301 | Professional Practice & Ethics | 6 | Autumn |
ISIT311 | Database Management Systems | 6 | Autumn |
ISIT332 | Business Process Management | 6 | Spring |
3 electives from the General Schedule | 18 | ||
Plus one of the following: | |||
ISIT318 | Information Systems Project | 12 | Annual |
ISIT351 | Information Technology Project | 12 | Annual |
Business Electives List
Subject Code | subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
---|---|---|---|
ACCY112 | Accounting In Organisations | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer |
ECON101 | Macroeconomic Essentials for Business | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer |
ECON111 | Introductory Microeconomics | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
MARK101 | Marketing Principles | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer |
Suggested Program of Study
See the School of Information Systems and Technology (SISAT) website.
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Professional Recognition/Accreditation
The Bachelor of Business Information Systems is being accredited by the Australian Computer Society as potentially meeting the requirements for membership at the "Professional level".
Other Information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: eis@uow.edu.au