Knowledge and Information Strategic Management unit (KIT729)

Introduction

This unit aims to present a coherent view on the role of knowledge and strategic information management in organisations from a multidisciplinary perspective. Students will gain an appreciation of the sources of information, unstructured and semi-structured knowledge and learn current techniques that permit knowledge and information to be applied to perform organisational activities. This unit will provide students with an understanding of how to strategically manage and govern the ICT function in business organisations. It builds on themes relating to managing ICT as an organisational resource and discusses the ICT function from strategy and governance perspectives. Students will develop skills and knowledge relating to the use of the latest technologies for managing information and knowledge and how to strategically manage and govern the ICT function in business organisations. The unit also emphasises the relationship between theoretical knowledge and its practical application using a real organisation.

Summary

Unit name	Knowledge and Information Strategic Management
Unit code	KIT729
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Information and Communication Technology
Discipline	Information & Communication Technology
Coordinator	Doctor Selvi Kannan
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Explain and apply best practice principles of a range of ICT management and governance practices to meet the needs of stakeholders.
• Explain and apply best practice principles of information and knowledge management practices to meet the needs of stakeholders.
• Select and apply appropriate tools and techniques for managing ICT systems with the aim of meeting quality, information and governance requirements.
• Create an ICT strategic plan that supports business needs and objectives by working collaboratively with peers and stakeholders.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

KIT503

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	On-Line Melbourne teaching arrangements may differ and will be advised by your teaching team. On-Line enrolments in Hobart and Launceston: Five (including the introductory lecture in Week 1) 2 hour online lectures Twelve 2 hour tutorials - This unit only has online tutorials (beginning Week 2) Self Study (online materials) - 2 hrs weekly
Assessment	Plan (20%)|Report - Knowledge Management (25%)|Report - Strategic Requirements (25%)|Plan - Strategic (30%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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