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 Empowering Individuals for Sustainability
COR110 Reorienting Society Towards Sustainability
COR111 Sustainable Futures
Business foundation courses
9 required courses:
BUS101 Communication and Thought
BUS102 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
BUS103 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
BUS104 Applied Research Methods
BUS105 Economics for Business
BUS106 Business Law and Ethics
BUS108 Management and Organisational Behaviour
BUS211 Marketing Theory and Practice
BUS320 Accounting for Business
Information Systems major courses
7 required courses:
ICT210 Introduction to Informatics
ICT211 Strategic Management
ICT220 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
ICT221 Analysis and Project Management
ICT310 Database Design
ICT320 Telecommunications and Networks
ICT321 Software Development 1
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
- All students must complete a minimum of 24 courses including core courses, in the Bachelor of Business.
- Refer to the policies, rules, plans and procedures.
- Refer to explanation of terms.
- International students need to refer to the University's English language proficiency requirements.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students.
- Refer to recommended enrolment patterns. For previous recommended enrolment patterns refer to the relevant archived Student Handbook.
- 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