offered offshore at Shanghai
Introduction
This unit introduces the concepts of information systems in a business environment. It examines what is meant by an information system and why they are being used in business. The unit explores how information systems are being used and the issues involved in developing, managing and controlling business information systems.
The tutorials are designed to complement the business information systems theory covered in the unit by developing proficiency in business software applications such as Microsoft's Office suite.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Business Information Systems |
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| Unit code | KXO101 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Information and Communication Technology |
| Discipline | Information & Communication Technology |
| Teaching staff | |
| Level | Introductory |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Fees
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Teaching is grouped into 13 modules that include: 19 lectures, 12 tutorials, and 8 directed learning activities. |
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| Assessment | assignments (70%), final 2hr exam (30%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | Laudon, K. & Laudon, J., Management Information Systems - Managing the Digital Firm, Latest Edition, Pearson Higher Ed. |
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