Science, Engineering and Technology

KXI101

2012  KXI101  Business Information Systems

Unit Level: Introductory

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter KXI101 H,L Key Semester Dates Semester Campus Attendance Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 1 H On Campus 27-FEB-2012 23-MAR-2012 16-APR-2012 01-JUN-2012 Sem 1 L On Campus 27-FEB-2012 23-MAR-2012 16-APR-2012 01-JUN-2012 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). This unit can be taken in other courses About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION

This unit introduces the concepts of information systems in a business environment. This unit examines what is meant by information systems, why they are used in business and what is involved in developing, managing and controlling business information systems. The unit also explores how to promote services and communicate with business, partners and suppliers.

Topics include:

• Business issues - functions, competitive advantage, e-business
• Technology and Communicating with people - ICT, Ethics and Communication methods
• Development & Management of Information Resources and Business Intelligence
• Business and Systems Modelling
• Business Case analysis and development

This unit is designed to develop proficiency in business communication, systems modelling and business problem solving.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT:

60% In-semester Assessment (3 reports) and 40% Exam

TEACHING PATTERN: 2 hrs lectures, 1-hr practical, weekly

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web dependent - H,L
Some parts of this unit will be taught online
   Video conferencing - H,L
A live video link between campuses is used for at least some teaching in this unit
About Flexible Study Options

REQUISITE INFO

M.Excl

KCA173, KCA180, BSA101, KXO101

TEXTS
Launceston Co-op Bookshop Website - Semester (Sem 1)
Hobart Co-op Bookshop Website - Semester (Sem 1)

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