Overview

This course builds the foundation and functional knowledge about information systems by exploring how organisations can leverage new technologies, data and business processes to build digital capabilities needed to compete in an ever-changing digital economy. The course will focus on the value of digital capability, the systems technologies that support … For more content click the Read More button below.   Drawing upon real-world problems and challenges, students will apply the use and suitability of contemporary and emerging tools and technologies to a variety of contexts and scenarios. This will culminate in an appreciation of how these technologies affect: the operation and management of businesses; the relationships that businesses have with external entities (including customers, suppliers and regulators); and the products and services that businesses can offer.

Course Attributes

Introductory Course

Delivery

In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)
Multimodal - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)
Fully online - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)

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Fees

TypeAmount
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable)$1119
Domestic Students$4770
International Students$7020

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