Overview
Overview
Businesses rely on information systems to obtain, process and output information. They need professionals who can analyse and identify any issues, and propose the best systems solution.
An information systems specialist analyses an organisation’s systems and processes. Their ideas and recommendations help solve problems and improve effectiveness and efficiency.
This major will help you gain employment in the business side of IT. You’ll learn how business information systems are selected, managed and applied to business problems. You’ll also learn how to analyse systems and manage projects.
The Business Information Systems (Professional) major is comprised of 12 core units to extend your knowledge and meet accreditation requirements of the Australian Computer Society.
The Business Information Systems (Professional) major can be studied alongside a specialisation/minor, four elective units or as a double major with Business Information Technology (Professional) with accreditation by the Australian Computer Society.
This major sits within the Bachelor of Commerce degree. To apply for this major, you will apply for the Bachelor of Commerce.
Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information.
What jobs can the Business Information Systems (Professional) course lead to?
Careers
- Business analyst
- IT auditor
- IT manager
- Project manager
- Systems analyst
Industries
- Banking
- Business and management
- Government
- Resources
- Technology
What you'll learn
- apply information systems and knowledge management principles to support business operations by managing an effective information systems body
- apply systems theory and analytical techniques to develop innovative information systems solutions appropriate to a range of business organisations
- evaluate and synthesise a range of system solutions for business organisations recommending and managing their implementation
- effectively communicate information system requirements, policies and procedures
- evaluate and manage appropriate information systems appropriately for a range of business organisation scenarios
- continue to utilise and acknowledge the business potential of emerging technologies; independently recognise, apply and appreciate new methodologies
- use collaboration technologies to support international organisations whilst appreciating the role of information and knowledge management systems
- recognise the range of potential impacts of information technologies on users and manage the implementation of a wide variety of systems and technologies upon a diversity of users
- ensure ethical practices in areas including but not limited to privacy and information security; demonstrate professional behaviours whilst employing best practice in independent and collaborative management and operation of information systems environments
