Bachelor of Information Technology (Business Information Systems)

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of Australian Year 12, or overseas equivalent

English language requirement

Overall Academic IELTS band score of 6.0, with no band less than 5.5, or equivalent.

TOEFL iBT: 60-78 with minimum Reading 13 Listening 12,Speaking 18, Writing 21

Pearson: 50 (no band score less than 50)

Cambridge: 169 with no band less than 169

Course Details

This program examines organisational and technological issues required to analyse and design business information systems. Throughout the program, you will develop an understanding of organisational settings, recognising technology threats and opportunities, utilising modern principles and theories with practical applications. Subjects such as information security, multimedia, knowledge management, databases and emerging technologies in business will help you become familiar with the latest developments in IT, as well as different types of tools and their applications. Electives will compliment your IT degree, allowing you to build your business acumen with subjects including the theory and practice of managing people to build knowledge and understanding of workplace behaviour.

Professional Accreditation

This program holds Professional Level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Pathways/Alternative Entry

Entry into the Second year of the program can be considered on successful completion of ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology or ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology from IIBIT. Credit will be considered if you have successfully completed higher education or TAFE studies in a relevant area. Advanced standing will be determined on an individual basis, depending on your eligibility for credit transfer, prior experience, and qualifications.

Pathways from this course:

Satisfactory completion of this course can lead to the Bachelor of Science (Honours), as a prelude to a higher degree in research or a professional qualification.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities include: Business Analyst; Data Modeller; Database Administrator; Computer Systems Engineer; Electronic Commerce Administrator; Hardware Technician; Database Designer; Enterprise Systems Analyst; Information and Data Manager; Business Process Analyst; Information Manager; Management Consultant; Information Management Administrator; Specialist Consultant; Sales Representative; Systems Designer; Training and Support Team leader; Systems Analysts; Computer Engineer; Computer Systems Auditor; Training Manager.