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Business Information Systems

Qualification

Bachelor of Information Technology
Business Information Systems

The success of any business depends upon the quality of its information systems. But information technology is not just about computers, but also about how people use them in the workplace. If you want to study information technology in business information systems, our specially designed course will help you gain all the fundamental knowledge you need to become a real professional and grow in your career.

Key Information

Duration and course structure

8 trimesters, to be completed in 3 years, or 6 trimesters to be completed in 2 years (fast-track), 24 units, 72 credit points

Intake dates

January, May, September

Mode of delivery

On campus

Fees*

AED 179,880 for the entire course (24 units).

Tuition fees are inclusive of VAT.

*Note: Tuition fees exclude the cost of course study materials.

About our Bachelor of Information Technology in Business Information Systems

In this course, students will learn how information is generated, communicated, stored, and used in a range of business activities. They will learn how to integrate IT into business environments and processes to make better decisions, improve productivity and profitability, and create new growth opportunities.

You will learn how to solve business problems as you build your understanding of information systems design, management, and development. You’ll find many career opportunities all over the world in the IT industry, or you can pursue additional education or a research career.

Our Bachelor of Information Technology course is accredited by the .

Reasons to study Bachelor of  Information Technology in Business Information Systems at ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù

  • You will develop the professional, problem-solving and personal skills and get the necessary knowledge and experience you’ll need to grow your career and successfully enter the information technology workforce.
  • We offer part-time study options for students who won’t be able to attend full-time classes.
  • You will get access to some excellent scholarships like the Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship Program.
  • In your final year, you will have an opportunity to collaborate with actual clients to recommend, create and apply innovative technologies to address their business problems.

Career opportunities

By getting a bachelor’s degree in information technology, you will have the following career opportunities:

  • Business Analyst
  • Systems Analyst
  • Database Administrator
  • Project Manager
  • Consultant

Course structure

Course Core – 27 cp

  • ICT100 Transition to IT (3 cp)
  • ICT111 Cybersecurity Fundamentals (3 cp)
  • ICT159 Foundations of Programming (3 cp)
  • ICT169 Foundations of Data Communications (3 cp)
  • ICT170 Foundations of Computer Systems (3 cp)
  • ICT201 Information Technology Project Management (3 cp)
  • BSC203 Introduction to ICT Research Methods (3 cp)
  • ICT285 Databases (3 cp)
  • ICT302 IT Professional Practice Project (3 cp)

Major in Business Information Systems 24 cp

  • ICT158 Introduction to Information Systems (3 cp)
  • ICT292 Information Systems Management (3 cp)
  • ICT301 Enterprise Architectures (3 cp)
  • ICT393 Advanced Business Analysis and Design (3 cp)
  • ICT394 Business Intelligence Application Development (3 cp)

Specified Electives (Select one from each set)

Set 1

  • MAS183 Statistical Data Analysis (3 cp)
  • MAS162 Discrete Mathematics and Logic (3 cp)

Students considering a double major with Computer Science, or Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems, must complete MAS162, which may require prerequisites.

Set 2

  • ICT145 Python Programming for Everyone (3 cp)
  • ICT167 Principles of Computer Science (3 cp)

Students considering a double major with Computer Science, or Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems, must take ICT167.

Set 3

  • ICT206 Intelligent Systems (3 cp)
  • ICT284 Systems Analysis and Design (3 cp)

Students considering a double major with Computer Science must take ICT206.

Discovery Units – 3 cp (Select one)

  • TLC100 AI in the Workplace (3 cp)
  • TLC200 Building Employability Skills (3 cp)
  • COM203 Consulting and Freelancing (3 cp)
  • TLC101 Communication Skills for Undergraduate Study (3 cp)
  • COM101 Social Media (3 cp)

Options 18cp

Double Major – With a double major, you’ll complete two majors under one degree, usually in the same timeframe as a single degree. When you graduate, you’ll receive one bachelor’s degree with recognition of both majors. Please see below for list of approved double majors.

OR

Electives – you can choose elective units to the value of 18 credit points. When choosing electives, you must be sure you have satisfied pre-requisite requirements.

Recommended double majors

  • Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems
  • Computer Science
  • Cyber Security and Forensics
  • Games Design and Development

Professional recognition

This course is accredited at the Professional level with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Academic entry requirements

Students must meet the minimum academic qualifications required for admission to this course.

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English language entry requirements

International students must be able to demonstrate English language proficiency before being admitted to this course.

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