Program summary

Program title: Bachelor of Business (Information Systems)
Award abbreviation: BBus(InfSys)
QTAC code: 012021 **
OP/Rank for 2010 entry: OP-17 / Rank-66
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C
Fee type 2010: Commonwealth supported places, visiting non-award domestic places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: BU321
CRICOS code: 026636E. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.

** Students may choose to complete the core and foundation courses at either the USC Noosa Centre or on campus. The remainder of the degree is completed on campus. The option to study at Noosa is not available to international students on a Student Visa.

Highlights

• Combine business and ICT skills to create efficiencies in operating systems
• Classes incorporate practical projects, teamwork and hands-on experience
• Graduate positions are available in the private and government sectors

Information systems professionals use technology to create strategic business solutions.

In this program you develop skills in both business and technology within the context of real business applications. You learn systems analysis, programming, database management, electronic commerce, and information systems management. Specialised courses include project management, network architecture, database design, and information technology security. You also gain general business skills via foundation courses in economics, management, marketing, and business accounting.

Career opportunities

Information systems consultancy, systems analysis, business systems planning, programming, project management, web analysis and development.

Professional recognition

Students and graduates may become members of the Australian Computer Society.

Program structure

Core courses

Select 2 courses from:
COR109
COR110
COR111

Business foundation courses

9 required courses:
BUS101 Exploring Business Research
BUS102 Economics for Business
BUS103
BUS104 Discovering Management
BUS105 Marketing Essentials
BUS106
BUS108 Information Systems in Organisations
BUS211 Strategic Management
BUS320 Business, Governance and Society

Information Systems major courses

7 required courses:
ICT210
ICT211 Database Design
ICT220 Wireless Communications
ICT221 Object-Oriented Programming
ICT310
ICT320 Database Programming
ICT321

Elective courses

Select 6 advanced courses, which may comprise a 4 course minor and 2 electives, or 6 electives (up to 6 electives may be chosen from the faculties of Business, Arts and Social Sciences or Science, Health and Education).

Course substitution: the GO (Global Opportunities) Program

As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the GO Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider

Program requirements and notes

1. All students must complete a minimum of 24 courses including core courses, in the Bachelor of Business.
2. Refer to the policies, rules, plans and procedures.
3. Refer to explanation of terms.
4. International students need to refer to the University's English language proficiency requirements.
5. Only a full-time study option is available to international students.
6. Refer to recommended enrolment patterns. For previous recommended enrolment patterns refer to the relevant archived Student Handbook.
7. Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests, and examinations.

Enquiries

How to apply

Faculty of Business
Tel: +61 7 5430 1221
Email: businessfaculty@usc.edu.au

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