Postgraduate Information Systems Courses
COURSES OFFERED
- Master of Information Systems - Research
- Master of Information Systems (Advanced)
- Master of Information Systems
- Graduate Diploma in Information
Systems
- Graduate Certificate in Information Systems
MASTER OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS - RESEARCH
Overview
The Master of Information Systems (Research) is a 72 credit point degree consisting of 24 credit points of coursework subjects and a 48 credit point thesis. The program may be studied full time over 1.5 years or part-time over three years.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
This degree is primarily a research degree for those who have completed an undergraduate degree in Information Systems, or equivalent, with Distinction, e.g. a BCom(Honours) in Business Information Systems at a standard of Class II Division 2 or higher.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing of up to 24 credit points may be awarded for the coursework component of this degree to students who have completed subjects relating to any specific research areas at an appropriate standard as assessed by the Course Coordinator.
Course Program
| Subjects |
|
Session |
Credit Points |
| BUSS929 |
Information Systems Research Methods |
Autumn/ Spring |
6 |
| 18 credit points of 900-level subjects offered in Information Systems to be approved by the Course Coordinator. |
|
Plus |
| THES924 |
Thesis (full time) |
Annual |
48 |
| THES912 |
Thesis (part time) |
|
24 |
MASTER OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS (ADVANCED)
The Master of Information Systems (Advanced) degree specialising in Information Systems provides graduates with the opportunity to study advanced topics in information systems and to undertake a research project in one of the areas of research interest in the IS Discipline. The program aims to both deepen and broaden the knowledge and skills of students in systems development methodologies, systems management, electronic commerce and a selected area of IS research.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Applicants must have a Bachelor of Commerce degree from a recognised tertiary institution with a major in Information Systems or equivalent. Computer Science graduates and students with a major in Information Systems or Business Computing in another degree are also eligible to apply.
Advanced Standing
Candidates who have successfully completed the Master of Information Systems (MIS) may apply to enrol in the MBA program. MIS candidates who progress to the MBA, will be required to successfully complete a further seven subjects.
Course Program
| Subjects |
|
Session |
Credit Points |
| BUSS945 |
Information Systems Project |
Autumn/ Spring/ Annual
|
12 |
| BUSS950 |
Systems Development Methodologies |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS951 |
Critical Issues in Information Systems |
Spring |
6 |
| BUSS952 |
Strategic Information Systems Management |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS953 |
Management of Systems Development |
Spring |
6 |
| Plus 36 credit points of 900-level BUSS subjects selected from the following: |
| BUSS906 |
Strategic Information in Organisations |
Autumn/ Spring |
6 |
| BUSS907 |
Fundamentals of E-Business |
Autumn/ Spring |
6 |
| BUSS909 |
Office Automation and Intranets |
n/o 2006 |
6 |
| BUSS910 |
Qualitative Analysis of Systems |
Spring |
6 |
| BUSS911 |
Intelligent Systems |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS924 |
Systems Modelling and Simulation |
Spring |
6 |
| BUSS926 |
Decision Support Systems |
Spring |
6 |
| BUSS927 |
Human Computer Interaction |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS929 |
Information Systems Research Methods |
Autumn/ Spring |
6 |
MASTER OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Overview
The MIS degree specialising in Information Systems provides graduates with the opportunity to study advanced topics in information systems and to undertake a research project in one of the areas of research interest in the IS Discipline. The program aims to both deepen and broaden the knowledge and skills of students in systems development methodologies, systems management, electronic commerce and a selected area of IS research.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Applicants must have a Bachelor of Commerce degree from a recognised tertiary institution with a major in Information Systems or equivalent. Computer Science graduates and students with a major in Information Systems or Business Computing in another degree, or students who have completed the Graduate Diploma in Information Systems are also eligible to apply.
Course Requirements
The course is specifically designed for, and restricted to those who hold undergraduate degrees in areas not related to the field of information systems and who wish to gain essential initial education in information systems.
| Subjects |
|
Session |
Credit Points |
| BUSS945 |
Information Systems Project |
Autumn/ Spring/ Annual |
12 |
| BUSS950 |
Systems Development Methodologies |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS951 |
Critical Issues in Information Systems |
Spring |
6 |
| BUSS952 |
Strategic Information Systems Management |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS953 |
Management of Systems Development |
Spring |
6 |
| Plus 12 credit points of 900-level BUSS subjects selected from the following: |
| BUSS906 |
Strategic Information in Organisations |
Autumn/ Spring |
6 |
| BUSS907 |
Fundamentals of E-Business |
Autumn/ Spring |
6 |
| BUSS909 |
Office Automation and Intranets |
n/o 2006 |
6 |
| BUSS910 |
Qualitative Analysis of Systems |
Spring |
6 |
| BUSS911 |
Intelligent Systems |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS924 |
Systems Modelling and Simulation |
Spring |
|
| BUSS926 |
Decision Support Systems |
Spring |
6 |
| BUSS927 |
Human Computer Interaction |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS929 |
Information Systems Research Methods |
Autumn/ Spring |
6 |
GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Overview
This course aims to provide graduates with a coherent program of studies which will enable them to function as information systems professionals within a business organisation. The curriculum provides a balanced approach to the technical knowledge and skills, as well as an emphasis on human aspects of the information systems field. Students who do not have a strong background in either programming or databases may need to vary the schedule in consultation with the Course Coordinator.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution with a major in an area other than Information Systems, IT or Computing. Applicants with an appropriate combination of academic or professional qualifications and relevant work experience of at least three years may also be considered.
Course Program
| Subjects |
|
Session |
Credit Points |
| BUSS211 |
Requirements Determination and Systems Analysis |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS212 |
Database Management Systems |
Spring |
6 |
| BUSS218 |
Systems Design & Architecture |
Spring |
6 |
| BUSS312 |
Distributed Information Systems |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS315 |
Knowledged-based Information Systems |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS318 |
Informations Systems Project |
Spring |
6 |
| And one of the following: |
| BUSS201 |
User-centred Business Programming |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS214 |
Business Programming II |
Autumn |
6 |
| BUSS316 |
Information Systems Prototyping |
Autumn |
6 |
| And one of the following: |
| BUSS308 |
Computer Systems Management |
Spring |
6 |
| BUSS313 |
Information Retrieval Systems |
Spring |
6 |
| BUSS317 |
Business Programming IV |
Spring |
6 |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Overview
This course is designed for graduates seeking an introductory course in the field of Information Systems. The course is specifically designed for, and restricted to, those students who hold University qualifications in areas not related to the field of Information Systems. Students performing at a satisfactory level in the Graduate Certificate may be permitted to continue with the Graduate Diploma in Information Systems with up to 24 credit points of specified credit. These students will not be entitled to receive the Graduate Certificate in Information Systems.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Applicants should normally have a Bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution with a major in an area other than Information Systems, IT or Computing. Applicants with an appropriate combination of academic qualifications and relevant work experience of at least two years may also be considered.
Course Requirements
Students will take:
One BUSS 300-level subject |
6 cp |
Three BUSS subjects at 200- or 300- level |
18 cp |
Credit Towards Other Courses
Students performing at a satisfactory level in the Graduate Certificate may be permitted to continue with the Graduate Diploma in Information Systems with up to 24 credit points of specified credit. These students will not be entitled to receive the Graduate Certificate in Information Systems
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