Master of Information Systems -- 053788J (NSW) & 053023K (SA)

Admission Requirements

• Completion of (at least) a 3-year degree course or equivalent from a recognised university
• Required proficiency in English (IELTS Band score 6.0 and no band less than 5.5)

Tuition Fee

• AUD16000/Year x 2 Years (Sydney)*
• AUD15700/Year x 2 Years (Adelaide)*

* Fee stands correct at time of printing and is subject to change without prior notice.

Course Overview & Course Objectives

The Master of Information Systems is designed specifically to attract graduates that do not necessarily have a background in information technology and need to learn more about the utilisation of information technology in business environments. The main focus of the Master of Information Systems is to provide a state-of-the-art program that considers modern principles and theories of computing together with the practical applications of information technology. The Master of Information Systems examines both the organisational and technological issues that are needed for the analysis and design of business information systems with a strong emphasis on electronic commerce.

The Master of Information Systems aims to provide students with the appropriate knowledge, skills and values to be effective in modern business environment.

On completion of this course you should be able to:

• Understand the different types of information technology tools and their applications;
• Manage the impact of technology in organisations;
• Understand the role of technology in managing knowledge and information;
• Critically evaluate currently existing technology systems and new developments;
• Become familiar with the latest developments in information technology;
• Understand the organisational settings in which information systems are used;
• Recognise the threats and opportunities of technology in business;
• Show an awareness of ethics and social implications of their interest area; and
• Understand the role of modern information systems in society and business

Career Opportunities

Graduates from the Master of Information Systems will be well prepared for careers as: information systems developer, system analyst managers, system designers, information manager, electronic commerce managers, database administrators, consultants, and company managers.

Course Structure

The course is two-year full time and consists of 16 units providing practical and theoretical skills in information systems. The structure may be summarised as follows:

Professional Accreditation

University of Ballarat's Master of Information Systems offered at IIBIT Sydney & Adelaide locations is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at Professional Level.