Bachelor of Information Systems/Bachelor of Business
Course code/s: Melbourne (SZISB)
This degree is being phased out. No new enrolments will be permitted from 2012.
Graduates gain skill in management information systems (including the design and use of software and applications in business organisations) together with the relevant expertise required for a career in business management as an ICT professional. An Honours degree in either information systems or business (with a specialisation in management) requires an additional year of study. The course aims to train graduates to become ICT professionals. Graduates of the course are eligible for membership of the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Upon completion of this course in addition to the business related skills, students should possess:
- a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the core body of computer science required for the construction of information processing systems;
- a comprehensive understanding of the different types of information technology tools, and their role in managing knowledge and information
- familiarity with the latest developments in information technology;
- an exposure to Information Technology in an industry context and an appreciation of Information Technology in enhancing business function;
- skills in system analysis, software design, implementation and deployment;
- an ability to critically evaluate currently existing information systems and new developments;
- skills and abilities necessary to function effectively in project teams;
- written and oral communication skills enabling effective communication with professional colleagues and the wider community;
- ability to engage in lifelong learning, and
- an appreciation of pertinent social, legal and ethical issues faced by today’s computing professional.
Scholarships
First year scholarships are available for high achieving students. Prospective candidates should contact the Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering early in their year-12 studies for details.
Course structure
This double degree is of four and a half years’ full-time or equivalent part-time duration and requires the completion of 540 credit points overall. Students may complete this double degree in four years as part of an accelerated study program.
The syllabus is mostly fixed, although business and computer science electives constitute approximately 45% of the final two years. The workload in each of the first three years is equivalent to 12.5% more than that in either single degree. Students who have trouble with the overloaded nature of the course may apply to transfer to either a Bachelor of Information Systems or Bachelor of Business.
The order in which students take the subjects may be varied to suit individual needs. Further, some prescribed subjects may be replaced by others in special circumstances.
Set out below is a suggested program of study. This is intended as a model only and may be varied to meet an individual student’s needs and is subject to prerequisite and timetabling constraints. Students are advised to consult with an adviser of studies prior to finalising their programs.
First year (135 credit points)
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Foundations of Management | MGT1FOM | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Information Technology Fundamentals | CSE1ITF | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Macroeconomics | ECO1IMA | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Object-Oriented Programming Fundamentals | CSE1OOF | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Accounting for Management Decisions | ACC1AMD | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Information Systems | CSE1IS | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming | CSE1IOO | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Introductory Statistics for Business | ECO1ISB | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Microeconomics | ECO1IMI | 15 |
Second year (135 credit points)
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Database Fundamentals | CSE2DBF | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Discrete Mathematics | MAT1DM | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Information Systems Development | CSE2ISD | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 |
One statistics subject from the following: Modern Applied Statistics Applied Biostatistics Applied Medical Statistics |
|
15 |
| TE-SEM-1 or TE-SEM-2 | Business Law | LST2BSL | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 or TE-SEM-2 | Finance | FIN2FIN | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 or TE-SEM-2 | Marketing: Defined, Planned & Delivered | MKT1MDP | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 or TE-SEM-2 | One free elective2 | ||
| Choose one of: | |||
| TE-SEM-1 | Sustainability in Global Business | ECO1SGB | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Climate, Sustainability and Society | ENV1CSS | 15 |
Third year (135 credit points)
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Database Management Systems | CSE3DMS | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Internet Client Engineering | CSE2ICE | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | E-Business Systems | BUS3EBS | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Information Systems Practices | CSE3ISP | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Professional Environment | CSE3PE | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 / TE-SEM-2 | Two second or third year business subjects, in keeping with the chosen major1 | 30 | |
| TE-SEM-1 / TE-SEM-2 | Two free electives | 30 |
Fourth year (135 credit points)
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Industry Project 3A3 | CSE3PRA | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Industry Project 3B3 | CSE3PRB | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Web Applications Engineering | CSE3WAE | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 / TE-SEM-2 | Five second or third year business subjects, in keeping with the chosen major1 | 75 | |
| TE-SEM-1 / TE-SEM-2 | One second or third year level general business elective2 | 15 |
Key: 1 Business electives must be chosen to ensure that at least one major or 2 minors are completed.
Key: 2 The subjects MGT2BCO are not permitted.
Key: 3 Must be taken in the one academic year.
Majors offered by the School of Business
Students are required to complete either 1 seven subject major or 2 four subject minors. Please see the Bachelor of Business entry for details on majors and minors.
Please note: Some of these subjects may not be offered in the current year. For a full description of subjects, including the subject name, subject code, credit points, campus/location, teaching period and availability, subject coordinator, class requirements, assessment, prerequisites and readings, please click on the appropriate Subject Code or refer to the Subject Database at www.latrobe.edu.au/udb_public.