Management information systems

Management information systemsWhy study Management information systems?

We have a range of innovative postgraduate courses combining business and information systems management. Our programs aim to meet employer demands for professionals with experience and advanced, internationally-recognised qualifications. Learn how to use information systems to serve management and staff, and manage the flow of information to achieve an organisation’s aims. Explore the development, use and management of an organisation’s information system. Develop systems thinking and technical skill sets.

Australian Computer Society accreditation

The Australian Computer Society (ACS) is the recognised association for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) professionals. It is the ACS is the public voice of the ICT profession. It creates and supervises professional ethics and standards, and certifies the education and training in the ICT.

The following programs are ACS accredited:

  • Masters of Business Information Management and Systems - Professional membership
  • Masters of Information Management and Systems - Professional membership
  • Graduate Diploma of Information Systems Management - Associate membership 

Career opportunities

Our coursework programs provide graduates with the confidence and flexibility to explore various career paths. These include opportunities as developers, programmers, planners, chief information officers, commodity managers, auditors, consultants, controllers, coordinators and database specialists. You may work in e-commerce, inventory, procurement and supply chain, business intelligence, technical instruction, training and systems planning.

 

Courses

Local students

Management information systems courses
Offer yearCourse titleCampus(es)DurationSemester starts
2011 Graduate Certificate of Information Systems Management 1 year part-time Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Graduate Certificate of Information Systems Management continued…

Course description
This course is designed for graduates of any discipline who seek to combine their existing skills with industry-driven, business-focused IT skills. Graduates with a grade average of 60% may articulate into the Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Management. Content is designed to meet employer demands for professionals with an understanding of business processes and information systems management tools.
Prerequisite
Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or approved equivalent. Admission may be granted to candidates deemed suitably qualified via work experience.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2011): $9,610 (60 credit points)
How to apply
Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Apply direct to the University by 15 January for Semester 1 start or 29 June for Semester 2 start.
Full course details
Information Systems Management (Graduate Certificate)Melbourne
2012 Graduate Certificate of Information Systems Management Melbourne
1 year part-time. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Graduate Certificate of Information Systems Management continued…

Course description
This course is designed for graduates of any discipline who seek to combine their existing skills with industry-driven, business-focused IT skills. Graduates with a grade average of 60% may articulate into the Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Management. Content is designed to meet employer demands for professionals with an understanding of business processes and information systems management tools.
Prerequisite
Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or approved equivalent. Admission may be granted to candidates deemed suitably qualified via professional experience.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2011): $9610 (60 credit points).
How to apply
Apply direct to the University by 15 January for Semester 1 start or 29 June for Semester 2 start. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
Full course details
Information Systems Management (Graduate Certificate)Melbourne
2011 Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Management Melbourne
1 year full-time or equivalent part-time. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Management continued…

Course description
This course enables graduates of any discipline to combine their existing skills with industry-driven, business-focused IT skills. It is part of a three-tier postgraduate program in which students may articulate into the Master of Information Systems Management or the Master of Business Information Management and Systems. Students learn to develop business solutions in areas such as customer relationship, management, marketing, accounting and finance using industry based enterprise resource planning tools (e.g. SAP) and business intelligence tools (e.g. SAS). They also develop an understanding of the analysis, design, and application of business information systems and gain knowledge and skills in data warehousing, entrepreneurship and IT, information systems management and business intelligence.
Prerequisite
Australian Bachelor degree in any discipline, or approved equivalent.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2011): $19,220 (per 120 credit points)
How to apply
Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Apply direct to the University by 15 January for Semester 1 start or 29 June for Semester 2 start.
Professional recognition
The Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Management holds Associate level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) recognised both nationally and internationally for excellence in information and communication technology.
Full course details
Information Systems Management (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
2012 Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Management Melbourne
1 year full-time. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Management continued…

Course description
This course aims to enable graduates of any discipline to combine their existing skills with industry-driven, business-focused IT skills. It is part of a three-tier postgraduate program in which students may articulate into the Master of Information Systems Management or the Master of Business Information Management and Systems. Students learn to develop business solutions in areas such as customer relationship, management, marketing, accounting and finance using industry based enterprise resource planning tools (e.g. SAP) and business intelligence tools (e.g. SAS). They also develop an understanding of the analysis, design, and application of business information systems and gain knowledge and skills in data warehousing, entrepreneurship and IT, information systems management and business intelligence.
Prerequisite
Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or approved equivalent.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $20,370 per 120 credit points.
How to apply
Apply direct to the University by 15 January for Semester 1 start or 29 June for Semester 2 start. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
Professional recognition
The degree holds Associate level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) recognised both nationally and internationally for excellence in information and communication technology.
Full course details
Information Systems Management (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
2011 Master of Business Information Management and Systems Melbourne
2 years full-time Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Business Information Management and Systems continued…

Course description
This course - an extension of the Master of Information Systems Management, gives students an understanding of industry-based IT tools and information systems concepts applied to business environments. It imparts knowledge and skills along four dimensions: industry-based IT tools, business subjects, business-focused IT subjects and an industry-based business intelligence project. Industry-based IT tools include enterprise information systems (e.g. SAP), and business intelligence (e.g. SAS). Business-focused IT subjects include areas such as information systems design, information systems management, enterprise resource planning and customer relationship management, human computer interaction, business intelligence, entrepreneurship and IT data warehousing, knowledge management, IT project management and decision support systems.
Prerequisite
Australian Bachelor degree in any discipline, or approved equivalent.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2011): $19,220 (per 120 credit points)
How to apply
Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Applications for Semester 1 close 31 January. Applications for Semester 2 close 15 July.
Professional recognition
The Master of Business Information Management and Systems holds Professional level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) recognised both nationally and internationally for excellence in information and communication technology.
Full course details
Business Information Management and Systems (Master) Melbourne
2012 Master of Business Information Management and Systems Melbourne
2 years full-time. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Business Information Management and Systems continued…

Course description
This course, an extension of the Master of Information Systems Management, aims to give students an understanding of industry-based IT tools and information systems concepts applied to business environments. It imparts knowledge and skills along four dimensions: industry-based IT tools, business subjects, business-focused IT subjects and an industry-based business intelligence project. Industry-based IT tools include enterprise information systems (e.g. SAP), and business intelligence (e.g. SAS). Business-focused IT subjects include areas such as information systems design, information systems management, enterprise resource planning and customer relationship management, human computer interaction, business intelligence, entrepreneurship and IT data warehousing, knowledge management, IT project management and decision support systems.
Prerequisite
Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or approved equivalent.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $20,370 per 120 credit points.
How to apply
Apply direct to the University. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
Professional recognition
The Master of Business Information Management and Systems holds Professional level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) recognised both nationally and internationally for excellence in information and communication technology.
Full course details
Business Information Management and Systems (Master) Melbourne
2011 Master of Information Systems Management Melbourne
1.5 years full-time Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Information Systems Management continued…

Course description
This course is accessible to graduates of any discipline who are looking to combine their existing skills with industry-driven and business-focused IT skills. It provides students with the knowledge and skills in how to apply information systems management and business intelligence technologies in areas such as accounting, finance, management and marketing. Students learn skills related to the application of enterprise resource planning tools (e.g. SAP) and business intelligence tools (e.g. SAS) and gain knowledge and skills in areas such as knowledge management, research methodology, decision support systems, data warehousing, entrepreneurship and IT project management. Students also take part in an industry-based business intelligence project.
Prerequisite
Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or approved equivalent.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2011): $19,220 (per 120 credit points)
How to apply
Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Apply direct to the University (contact details below) by 15 January for Semester 1 start or 29 June for Semester 2 start.
Professional recognition
The Master of Information Systems Management holds Professional level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) recognised both nationally and internationally for excellence in information and communication technology.
Full course details
Information Systems Management (Master)Melbourne
2012 Master of Information Systems Management Melbourne
1.5 years full-time. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Information Systems Management continued…

Course description
This course is accessible to graduates of any discipline who want to combine existing skills with industry-driven and business-focused IT skills. It aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills to apply information systems management and business intelligence technologies in areas such as accounting, finance, management and marketing. Students learn skills related to the application of enterprise resource planning tools (e.g. SAP) and business intelligence tools (e.g. SAS) and gain knowledge and skills in areas such as knowledge management, research methodology, decision support systems, data warehousing, entrepreneurship and IT project management. They also take part in an industry-based business intelligence project.
Prerequisite
Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or approved equivalent.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $20,370 per 120 credit points.
How to apply
Apply direct to the University by 15 January for Semester 1 start or 29 June for Semester 2 start. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
Professional recognition
The degree holds Professional Level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) recognised both nationally and internationally for excellence in information and communication technology.
Full course details
Information Systems Management (Master)Melbourne

How to apply?

Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.

Fees and scholarships

Postgraduate coursework programs are either:

  • Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
  • CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.

Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.

International students

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Management information systems international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2011 Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Management (059107B) Melbourne
1 year Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $20 750

Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Management continued…

Year
2011
Course description
This course enables graduates of any discipline to combine their existing skills with industry-driven, business-focused IT skills. It is part of a three-tier postgraduate program in which students may articulate into the Master of Information Systems Management or the Master of Business Information Management and Systems. Students learn to develop business solutions in areas such as customer relationship, management, marketing, accounting and finance using industry based enterprise resource planning tools (e.g. SAP) and business intelligence tools (e.g. SAS). They also develop an understanding of the analysis, design, and application of business information systems and gain knowledge and skills in data warehousing, entrepreneurship and IT, information systems management and business intelligence.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or an approved international qualification.
Professional recognition
The diploma has associate level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Course details
Information Systems Management (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
2012 Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Management (059107B) Melbourne
1 year Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $21 990

Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Management continued…

Year
2012
Course description
This course aims to enable graduates of any discipline to combine their existing skills with industry-driven, business-focused IT skills. It is part of a three-tier postgraduate program in which students may articulate into the Master of Information Systems Management or the Master of Business Information Management and Systems. Students learn to develop business solutions in areas such as customer relationship, management, marketing, accounting and finance using industry based enterprise resource planning tools (e.g. SAP) and business intelligence tools (e.g. SAS). They also develop an understanding of the analysis, design, and application of business information systems and gain knowledge and skills in data warehousing, entrepreneurship and IT, information systems management and business intelligence.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or an approved international qualification.
Professional recognition
The Diploma has associate-level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Course details
Information Systems Management (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
2011 Master of Business Information Management and Systems (059103F) Melbourne
2 years Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $20 750

Master of Business Information Management and Systems continued…

Year
2011
Course description
This course - an extension of the Master of Information Systems Management, gives students an understanding of industry-based IT tools and information systems concepts applied to business environments. It imparts knowledge and skills along four dimensions: industry-based IT tools, business subjects, business-focused IT subjects and an industry-based business intelligence project. Industry-based IT tools include enterprise information systems (e.g. SAP), and business intelligence (e.g. SAS). Business-focused IT subjects include areas such as information systems design, information systems management, enterprise resource planning and customer relationship management, human computer interaction, business intelligence, entrepreneurship and IT data warehousing, knowledge management, IT project management and decision support systems.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree, or an approved international equivalent, with a C Grade average.
Course details
Business Information Management and Systems (Master) Melbourne
2012 Master of Business Information Management and Systems (059103F) Melbourne
2 years Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $21 990

Master of Business Information Management and Systems continued…

Year
2012
Course description
This course, an extension of the Master of Information Systems Management, aims to give students an understanding of industry-based IT tools and information systems concepts applied to business environments. It imparts knowledge and skills along four dimensions: industry-based IT tools, business subjects, business-focused IT subjects and an industry-based business intelligence project. Industry-based IT tools include enterprise information systems (e.g. SAP), and business intelligence (e.g. SAS). Business-focused IT subjects include areas such as information systems design, information systems management, enterprise resource planning and customer relationship management, human computer interaction, business intelligence, entrepreneurship and IT data warehousing, knowledge management, IT project management and decision support systems.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree, or an approved international equivalent, with a C Grade average.
Course details
Business Information Management and Systems (Master) Melbourne
2011 Master of Information Systems Management (059111F) Melbourne
18 months Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $20 750

Master of Information Systems Management continued…

Year
2011
Course description
This course is accessible to graduates of any discipline who are looking to combine their existing skills with industry-driven and business-focused IT skills. It provides students with the knowledge and skills in how to apply information systems management and business intelligence technologies in areas such as accounting, finance, management and marketing. Students learn skills related to the application of enterprise resource planning tools (e.g. SAP) and business intelligence tools (e.g. SAS) and gain knowledge and skills in areas such as knowledge management, research methodology, decision support systems, data warehousing, entrepreneurship and IT project management. Students also take part in an industry-based business intelligence project.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or an approved international qualification.
Professional recognition
The course is professionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Course details
Information Systems Management (Master)Melbourne
2012 Master of Information Systems Management (059111F) Melbourne
18 months Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $21 990

Master of Information Systems Management continued…

Year
2012
Course description
This course is accessible to graduates of any discipline who want to combine existing skills with industry-driven and business-focused IT skills. It aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills to apply information systems management and business intelligence technologies in areas such as accounting, finance, management and marketing. Students learn skills related to the application of enterprise resource planning tools (e.g. SAP) and business intelligence tools (e.g. SAS) and gain knowledge and skills in areas such as knowledge management, research methodology, decision support systems, data warehousing, entrepreneurship and IT project management. They also take part in an industry-based business intelligence project.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or an approved international qualification.
Professional recognition
The course is professionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Course details
Information Systems Management (Master)Melbourne

How to apply?

Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.

 

Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

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Management information systems placements

We are home to one of Australia’s largest wholly university-owned and managed technology parks. Companies in the research and development park conduct business in various areas including business intelligence, healthcare, software development and mining. Students with good results can take part in an industry internship of up to 12 weeks. Placements may be in Australia, Singapore, India, Malaysia or Dubai. This can be done part-time during study, full-time in summer semester, or after you finish your course. Students planning to do an internship after they have completed their course will not be eligible for a student visa.

Overseas study opportunities

Gain valuable overseas experience by taking part in a short-term overseas study program with one of our 100 partner universities in over 30 countries. Or spend 6–12 months in a student exchange program in destinations like Canada, the US, South America, Europe or the UK. Our exchange partners include the University of Innsbruck, Copenhagen Business School, Berlin School of Economics or the BEM Management School in France. See student exchange.

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