Master of Business Information Systems course and career outcomes

However you choose to structure your study, La Trobe recognises your hard work. Here are the pathways you could follow as you move through your course.

Course intended learning outcomes

• Apply advanced knowledge and skills in information management and systems principles in a business analytics context.
• Critically evaluate and analyse data using complex problem-solving techniques such as business intelligence and enterprise resource planning
• Design, evaluate and apply advanced techniques of Analytics in an industry-appropriate manner
• Employ effective teamwork strategies to collaboratively develop solutions to complex business problems using traditional or agile project management methodology
• Apply data analysis insights to the design and implementation of the business and IT alignment to meet organisation requirements and support its business decision making system
• Critically formulate a considered position, employing a range of theoretical frameworks and data analysis to address business issues and create appropriate solutions

Master of Business Information Systems career opportunities

Skilled business information specialists can gain employment in many industries, including finance, health and medicine, cybersecurity, defence and agriculture. After graduation, you could work across a wide range of sectors in roles such as:

• Business analyst
  • Understand how businesses run and use data to solve problems and improve processes.
• Business-IT strategy consultant
  • Work with both senior management and business units to create business-IT solutions.
• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) analyst
  • Help organisations to use ERP solutions to solve their business problems.
• Data scientist
  • Understand complex data and leverage it to the advantage of businesses and organisations.
• ICT entrepreneurial and innovation manager
  • Create robust business-IT strategies. Implement ICT products and services, and manage their ongoing development.

Professional recognition

Fees and scholarships

Estimated course fees for international students

The International estimated fees are indicative only. The tuition fees you pay will depend on the subjects you choose to study, with each subject having its own cost. In some cases, your course fees may be higher than the indicated fees because of the subjects you choose.

International scholarships

Destination Australia – an Australian Government initiative

The Destination Australia scheme supports new international students to study in regional Australia and offers students a high-quality learning experience. For eligible applicants, these scholarships are worth up to A$15 000 per annum for up to four years.

Find out more about Destination Australia scholarships.

Note: You must first have an offer to study at La Trobe before you are eligible to apply for a La Trobe scholarship.

How to apply

Apply now or ask us a question if you need more help. You can also call us on +61 3 9627 4805.

Note: Some courses start earlier than the standard semester, term or study period. Applications for these courses close one week prior. Always check your course’s start date to ensure your application is submitted in time.

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CRICOS code: 107439B

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