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Overview

The Bachelor of Information Systems (BIS) degree is a highly prized qualification which provides students with information systems expertise and business skills. The program is intended to develop conceptual and practical skills. After an introductory first stage, students will learn about business systems analysis and design, data management, enterprise systems, … For more content click the Read More button below. This three year degree is designed for students interested in the use and application of IS and IT commercial environment. It combines courses that assist students to learn about the technical environment of IS as well as develop an understanding of the business implications of these systems. Organisations are always looking for 'business savvy' IS graduates who understand the business and technical issues which surround and impact their information systems. BIS graduates from this degree can target careers in areas such as: business systems analysis, information system development, communications networks analysis and development; IS security development; e-business systems development; business intelligence systems construction, business analytics and IS and IT architecture and infrastructure development and maintenance. The program includes courses from many disciplines including: Information Systems, Technology and Management, and other Commerce and Economics courses.

Learning Outcomes

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Business knowledge: Students will make informed and effective selection and application of knowledge in a discipline or profession, in the contexts of local and global business.
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Problem solving: Students will define and address business problems, and propose effective evidence-based solutions, through the application of rigorous analysis and critical thinking.
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Business communication: Students will harness, manage and communicate business information effectively using multiple forms of communication across different channels.
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Teamwork: Students will interact and collaborate effectively with others to achieve a common business purpose or fulfil a common business project, and reflect critically on the process and the outcomes.
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Responsible business practice: Students will develop and be committed to responsible business thinking and approaches, which are underpinned by ethical professional practice and sustainability considerations.
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Global and cultural competence: Students will be aware of business systems in the wider world and actively committed to recognise and respect the cultural norms, beliefs and values of others, and will apply this knowledge to interact, communicate and work effectively in diverse environments.
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Leadership development: Students will develop the capacity to take initiative, encourage forward thinking and bring about innovation, while effectively influencing others to achieve desired results.
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Graduate Capabilities

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Program Structure

Students must complete 144 UOC when taken as a standalone program.

These UOC are made up of:

  1. Business Core Courses (24 UOC)
  2. Information Systems Core Courses (72 UOC)
  3. Level 2 and 3 Prescribed Information Systems Electives (12 UOC)
  4. Free Electives (24 UOC)
  5. General Education (12 UOC)

Please see Progression Plan

Disciplinary Component96 Units of Credit:
Level 2 and 3 Prescribed Electives12 Units of Credit:
Free Electives24 Units of Credit:
General Education12 Units of Credit:

Program Constraints

Limit Rule

Maturity Rule

Enrolment Disclaimer

Please note that this Handbook is a comprehensive catalogue of our offerings and includes courses that can be taken to satisfy program requirements irrespective as to their availability for a particular year. Availability of courses is best checked using filters on this site or on the class timetable site.

You are responsible for ensuring that you enrol in courses according to your program requirements and by following the advice of your Program Authority. myUNSW enrolment checks that you have met enrolment requirements such as pre-requisites for individual courses but not that you are enrolling in courses that will count towards your program requirements.

Admission Requirements

Special Admission Requirements

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Program Requirements

Progression Requirements

Progression rules are in accordance with university policy.

For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression

Associated Programs

Related Double Degree

Bachelor of Commerce - BCom
Bachelor of Information Systems - BIS3584 - Commerce / Information Systems
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies - BActSt
Bachelor of Information Systems - BIS3671 - Actuarial Studies / Information Systems

Honours Pathway

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - BCom (Hons)4501 - Commerce (Honours)

Professional Outcomes

Professional Recognition

Graduates are eligible to apply for membership of various professional organisations according to the area of specialisation completed. For further information on professional recognition please contact UNSW Business School. [https://www.business.unsw.edu.au/professionalrecognition/undergraduate]

Career Opportunities

Business analyst, e-commerce specialist, IS development specialist, IS/IT consultant, IT infrastructure developer, network analyst, network developer, project management specialist, systems analyst.

Note: Students who successfully complete INFS1603, INFS2608, INFS3603, INFS3830 and INFS3873 will be eligible for certification as a Business Analyst by SAS.

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal

Award of Pass with Distinction

Additional Information

SAS Certification and Academic Digital Badge

SAS Certification credentials are globally recognised as the premier means to validate SAS knowledge. With an SAS Certification credential, students will set themselves apart from others and prove that they have the SAS knowledge to make a difference within an organisation.

SAS Academic Digital Badge is to provide you with a digital version of your SAS credentials. Your Academic digital badge can be used in email signatures or digital résumés, and on social media sites such as LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. This digital image contains verified metadata that describes your qualifications and the process required to earn them.

When you earn your SAS Joint Certificate, you will also receive an email from your university inviting you to claim your badge. Click the link in the email, create an account on the Acclaim site and claim your badge and start sharing.

BIASAS

For further information on BISAS, visit: business.unsw.edu.au/bisas

Further Information

Please note that these program requirements may be subject to change. Students are advised to follow requirements according to the year they commenced. Please refer to previous editions of the UNSW Online Handbook for your program requirements.

Contact the UNSW Business School Student Centre for advice.
tel: + 61 2 9385 3189
location: Level 1, room 1028, Quadrangle Building
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Program Fees

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Additional Expenses and Resources

No incremental change from existing program

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