Information Systems/Business
This course information is for international students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Information Systems/Bachelor of Business
CRICOS course code
022024K
Length
4 years
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course responds to industry demand for highly-skilled graduates with information systems management and business skills. It combines the design and use of software and an understanding of its applications in business organisations with professional business management skills. The course offers a comprehensive understanding of information technology tools and provides the opportunity to specialise in one of the following business streams: financial management; human resource management; management; marketing and business economics.
Students have the opportunity in third year to undertake a major industry-based project in information systems, developing valuable project and team skills. Students can access the Faculty Industry Cadetship Program and mentoring programs, which vary by course and campus. Visit Faculty website for more details.
Course structure
First-year studies include foundations of management, management information systems, systems analysis and design, object-oriented programming, economics, and accounting. Later-year studies include databases, finance, marketing, information systems, business and e-business systems, web application engineering, a major industry-sponsored information systems project, and electives. The course offers a work placement involving supervised work experience through the Industry Based Learning program.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Computer science, information systems, business economics, human resource management, marketing, financial management, software development, management.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.Please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information.
Application
Visit our How to Apply website for details on preparing an application.
Tuition fee (AUD)
$20 030
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
English language requirements
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe University Language Centre; for more information please visit the www.latrobe.edu.au/icollege La Trobe International College website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTU Foundation Studies - 75
Aust. Yr 12 (ENTER) 2009 (indicative only) - 74.40
International Baccalaureate - 26
Cambridge A Levels/STPM - 7
Sri Lankan A Levels - BBC
MICSS (UEC) - 4A 2B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 75
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.8
Sweden Slutbetyg - G/VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 75
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.5
National (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Shanghai (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Guangzhou (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 3.0
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.6
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's
Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's
undergraduate program. For more information please visit the www.latrobe.edu.au/icollege La Trobe International College website.
Subject prerequisites
Mathematics determined to be equivalent to the Australian VCE Units 1 & 2 General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (either).
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
For actual course commencement dates, please visit the calendar.Additional information
Students who do not have the appropriate computer science background may be required to commence the course three weeks earlier than the Semester Start dates of 1 March and 26 July, to undertake accelerated first-year computer science subjects.
Career opportunities
Graduates of this program will be able to apply their knowledge of modern information technology and business management skills with a range of employers, including major international and domestic, private and public enterprises.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Computer Society.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Business with a marketing major are eligible to join the Australian Marketing Institute or the Marketing Research Society of Australia as associate members.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/prospective/undergraduate.html
Contact information
Online Enquiry
Future students: 61 3 9627 4805
In Australia (freecall): 1800 619 768
Current students and enquires relating to submitted applications:
61 3 9479 1199
international@latrobe.edu.au