Bachelor of Business Information Systems

Unit Description:

BBUS1000 is a core unit in the Bachelor programs of the Australian Institute of Higher Education.

This unit introduces students to academic skills that are required for academic studies. It develops academic communication and study skills including time management and organisational skills, digital skills, referencing, critical thinking, academic writing, research and investigation techniques and presentation skills.

Weekly workshops are used as interactive sessions where students are given practical exercises to enhance their understanding of the topics and materials covered in this unit.

By the end of the unit students will have developed the understanding and skills necessary to help them complete all required assessments and to pass all their units.

Pre-requisite: Nil.

Unit Description:

This unit introduces students to the field of information technology. It provides both theoretical knowledge and practical application of basic aspects of information technology and their relevance to 21st century business operations.

The unit starts on a global scale in the e-world of the Internet before visiting the micro-world of computer hardware, operating systems, and software tools for productivity, creativity, and information processing. The unit explores networking and communication systems before looking at database technology and the design and management of business information systems. The unit concludes with a discussion of current issues and trends in information technology.

Pre-requisite: Nil.

Unit Description:

BBUS1001 provides students with an introduction to accounting and governance mechanisms.

This unit discusses bookkeeping processes and preparation of financial reports, accounting for retail operations, inventory, accrual accounting and introduction to management accounting. Accounting for business decisions introduces basic accounting concepts, principles and methods. Accounting in a social context, environmental and ethical issues are discussed in the unit.

Weekly workshops are used as interactive sessions where students are given a number of questions and practical exercises to test their understanding of the lectures.

Pre-requisite: Nil.

Unit Description:

This unit examines the theory and concepts of data organisation and their impact on business information management. The unit ensures that students understand the increasingly technological issues in managing databases in organisations, and are aware of both the possibilities and the restrictions of such systems.

The unit introduces students to the capabilities and advantages of database management systems. It involves learning the general features of such database management software and using an actual system for a practical application.

Students will gain a basic knowledge of database design and development including data modelling methods, techniques for database design, and implementation of the database using a relational database management system.

Pre-requisite: Nil.

Unit Description:

This introductory Professional and Ethical Practice unit provides students with the foundations of professional ethics and a broad management-oriented understanding of ethical issues.

Students will gain a strong understanding of the legal, ethical, and societal implications of using information technology thorough coverage of notable technology developments and their impact on business today. Students will examine issues surrounding professional codes of ethics, file sharing, infringement of intellectual property, security risk assessment, Internet crime, identity theft, employee surveillance, privacy, compliance, social networking, and the ethics of IT corporations.

Students develop digital literacy skills by understanding ethical decision-making for current and future business managers and IT professionals and aims to prepare the individuals responsible for addressing ethical issues in today’s workplace. Students will learn how to examine ethical situations that typically arise in IT and gain practical advice for addressing the relevant issues.

Pre-requisite: Nil.

Unit Description:

This unit aims to provide students with an understanding of principles of management applied across organisations.

Throughout this unit, students will examine theories of management and evaluate how inquiry-based skills can be applied in the contemporary workplace. This unit introduces students to key perspectives and discusses a range of fields that inform the theory of leadership and management practices.

This unit will cover theories of management and their application to contemporary practice, strategies of working in a diverse global workplace, teams and teamwork, planning and controlling information flow, organising and leading, motivating and rewarding, and management strategies in both personal and professional contexts.

Pre-requisite: Nil.

Unit Description:

The unit introduces students to fundamental computing concepts and the techniques of computer programming including problem solving, algorithm design, good program coding, documenting, debugging, testing and implementation. Basic algorithms (including searching, and sorting) and data structures (including arrays) are studied in the context of useful applications. Elements of ‘a good programming practice’ will be emphasised in the course.

Students will be exposed to popular programming languages such as C++, Java or Python that are currently used in industries. Students will undertake practical exercises and activities in one or more of these languages available in the Computer Laboratory.

Pre-requisite: Nil.

Unit Description:

In a business world of big data, the emerging need to understand basic processes of data analysis, especially the interpretation of such analysis is becoming a fundamental tool for the professional. BBUS1008 Statistics for Professionals introduces basic theoretical concepts and applications of statistics in a real-world business environment. Statistics involves collecting, summarising, interpreting and presenting numerical information for the purpose of informed decision making. It is important that statistical data is presented in a meaningful way to inform managerial decision-making. To this end, models of descriptive statistics are explored, as is statistical inference, which focuses on future action based on already collected and analysed data.

Students will learn statistical and mathematical concepts such as probability, correlation and regression, sampling, hypothesis testing and chisquared tests. In addition, students will be introduced to different statistical software packages and learn of their value to professionals.

Pre-requisite: Nil.

Unit Description:

BISY2009 Requirements and Design Thinking covers the principles of information system development for a business environment. Students will be introduced to a range of information systems concepts and practices emphasising on the understanding of information systems as designed solutions to problems and computing to interpret these solutions. Students will be introduced how Design Thinking can be productively applied to different systems design situations. The theoretical concepts, methods, and tools for the key stages of Design Thinking including user research, ideation, prototyping and user evaluation will be covered.

Students will be expected to develop an understanding of analysing information system requirements and requirements engineering principles. Students will develop analytical and practical skills in data requirements gathering and analysis along with methods to model data needs. Modelling of data will occur at the conceptual, logical, and physical levels along with an ability to compare different approaches. Brief introduction into agile methodologies is also a part of this unit.

Pre-requisite: BBUS1002

Unit Description:

This unit provides students with an overview of the knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques of project management, and their application in delivering successful Information Systems (IS) project outcomes. Students will gain understanding of how projects are managed through the full project lifecycle including planning, execution, monitoring, control and closure.

This unit will provide students with an appreciation of the nature of Information Systems projects, and methods used by the project manager and project team for stakeholder engagement, scheduling project activity and resources, budgeting for projects, communicating project plans, progress and status, controlling scope and variations, managing the project team, managing change, and assessing and mitigating project risks. A range of case studies will be used to enhance practical understanding of the tools and techniques covered.

Pre-requisite: Nil.

Unit Description:

This unit will explore the wide-ranging responsibilities of human resources departments, and key theories in HRM, as well as looking at challenges for the future.

In this unit, students can gain knowledge of talent acquisition, talent management, succession planning, performance management, industrial relations concepts, employer brand, employee engagement and a range of other HR topic

Unit Description:

Choose one Level 2000 Elective: See the list of electives at the end of this webpage.

Unit Description:

BIS2006 Management of Information Systems and Enterprise Systems examines the theory and concepts of Enterprise and Management Information Systems and the role they perform in business today. The Unit ensures that students have foundations in enterprise information systems and identifies the key issues for managers involved in acquiring and maintaining large-scale software systems in organizations. During lectures, the value and uses of information technology and the way that it is used for operating businesses, making management decisions, gaining strategic advantage, and ensuring probity and transparency in business operations are explained. During lab sessions, these issues will be demonstrated in a practical manner to the students, so that students can see theory in practice, and appreciate linkages between the concepts.

Pre-requisite: BBUS1002.

Unit Description:

BISY2008 ICT Support Services develops students understanding, methods and strategies to help internal and external company’s customers to support, create, maintain, and manage technologies to achieve an excellent customer service. This unit introduces students to the support and maintenance of technological infrastructure and services domain. Students will receive theoretical and practical knowledge to develop skills to prevent, diagnose, solve, and prevent ICT common help desk related issues with quality customer service, remote support, and proper troubleshooting capabilities to resolve IT related issues in a business environment.

The unit delivers the concepts of computers and user support in a business. Starting with an introduction of ICT general concepts such as Help Desk, Troubleshooting and Customer Service to move forward to define Operational Level Agreements, Incident Management, Change Management and Helpdesk Policies and procedures structures. Students will be exposed to appropriated business examples which will enable them to practice the unit concepts in an ICT environment.

Pre-requisite: BBUS1002.

Unit Description:

BISY2007 Systems Design and Thinking continues evolving students’ knowledge and practices of BISY2001 Requirements and Design Thinking, increasing an understanding of the nature of analysing, designing, and developing information systems. A practical emphasis will be placed on the techniques, tools, and methods of systems analysis and modelling in a business environment. Students will develop analytical skills in information data modelling, use case analysis, specifications, and socio- technical issues of the systems development life cycle.

This unit also focuses on traditional, object-oriented, and web-based systems modelling including models, tools, and deliverables together with roles of functional dependencies, domain normalization and user-centered design approach. At the end of this unit, students will have a sound understanding of the techniques required to analyse, model, and develop an information system.

Pre-requisite: BISY2009.

Unit Description:

BBMG2003 Operational Management examines the operational facets of organizations, focusing on the processes that contribute to the organisation’s end product or service. Students will examine the operational objectives and strategies and develop an understanding of several key functions within the organization, including the design of processes, the design of supply networks, process technology and job-design. Planning and control are recognized as a central management function, this includes planning and controlling inventory, supply chain management and project management. The processes of monitoring, measuring, analyzing and improving operational performance are applied via scenarios and case studies

Unit Description:

Large data collections are widely available in many companies and organisations. Data mining is still a young multidisciplinary field which involves:
Database and data warehouse technologies, machine learning and artificial intelligence, statistics and numerical mathematics, parallel and high-performance computing and visualisation.Data mining is being applied in many areas such as in bioinformatics and health, governments (statistics, census and taxation), credit card and insurance companies, terror, crime and fraud detection, and in networking and telecommunications.This unit covers the relationship that can be established between data mining and smart business practices. It also explains how to develop models for classification, prediction, and customer segmentation with the help of data mining for business intelligence techniques.

The unit covers both a theoretical and practical understanding of the key methods of classification, prediction, reduction, exploration, and affinity analysis in data mining and how we can apply these methods to real business cases and data.

Pre-requisite: BISY1002 and BBUS1008.

Unit Description:

The unit examines current security threats to organisations and the necessary security processes, products and solutions required to mitigate these threats and to ensure business continuity.

The unit covers social, business and organisational issues, as well as security policy design and management. A range of products and solutions are discussed. From a technical perspective, firewall and secure router design, installation, configuration and maintenance; AAA implementation using routers and firewalls; and virtual private networks will be topics covered both theoretically and practically.

Pre-requisite: BBUS1002.

Unit Description:

e-Business, in its broadest sense, is the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) to support all business activities. e-Commerce (a subset of e-Business) involves the use of the Internet in the transacting of business. Organisations are experiencing enormous changes brought about, in part, by the multi-billion dollar evolution of e-Business and e-Commerce.

The unit presents the theory and practice involved with organisation-wide application of technology to enable improved business practices and management decisions. The unit provides a common foundation composed of the fundamental concepts required for the use and application of telecommunications, systems, and technology in the E-business environment. This unit also examines the ethical, social and legal implications underlying e-Business.

Pre-requisite: BISY2006.

Unit Description:

This unit builds on the knowledge and skills that students have already acquired in previous units, most notably Business and Corporations Law. The workshops examine the fundamentals of taxation law in Australia and are designed to develop in students both an appreciation of the Australian taxation system as well as practical and analytical skills for navigating tax law. More than a method of revenue collection, this unit encourages students to view taxation law as a social process and to consider the various changes that taxation has undergone since the Income Taxation Assessment Act 1936. There are opportunities for students to assess the application of the tax laws in Australia as well as analyse tax laws. Looking at taxation issues from the minds of future practitioners, the workshops include practice questions session where students can also delve into more depth on the social implications of tax law.

Unit Description:

BISY3007 Cloud Services and Big Data introduces students to the concepts of cloud computing, big data, data streaming and to the use of cloud platforms in big data applications. Students will examine the five’s of big data from both theoretical and practical perspectives. Students will examine how big data analytics, AI and machine learning can assist businesses to make better informed decisions and gain competitive advantage.

Students will examine and compare the capabilities and applications of various big data frameworks, such as Hadoop, Spark, Flink and Airflow. Students will undertake practical exercises and activities in one or more of these frameworks using java and/or Python, utilising a variety of cloud platforms (AWS, Google, Azure) to analyse a combination of structured, semi-structured and unstructured data from multiple sources.

Pre-requisite: BISY1002 and BISY2006.

Unit Description:

Managers today encounter mammoth challenges which are varied and complex in nature. It becomes essential in modern times for executive managers to have an in-depth understanding of underlying managerial practices, especially those that relate to challenges for improving business practices. Emerging issues in market demand, technology, social responsibility, communication, human resources

management, etc. makes it imperative for managers to examine and implement contemporary and

innovative solutions for business problems.

The unit will explore more contemporary advanced management and organizational theories to assist managers with creative problem-solving for critical business management challenges and issues.

This unit introduces to the participants a blend of learning in class and online through several activities and assessments. It focuses on student’s learning for sustainable business including economic, social, environment and organisation culture in achieving the set business objectives optimally.

Unit Description

In partnership with Practera, the PIP brings your Capstone project to life by integrating your classroom knowledge into a practical experience. You will gain hands-on experience solving real-world business challenges for industry clients. This is not a simulation, working in a group of up to six and guided by both a client mentor and lecturer, you will connect with professionals, build lasting industry relationships, and grow a network that can support your career well beyond graduation. All while receiving credit for your final year Capstone project. You will also walk away with certification and digital badge that add substance and credibility to your CV and LinkedIn profile.

Pre-requisite:

* Students must firstly complete 160 course credit point including BISY2004.

Pre-requisite:

* Students must firstly complete BISY3008a.

Unit Description:

Human Resource Management (HRM) has gone through a considerable transformation in recent decades. Once a reactive, administrative function that was seen by other functions as playing little part in organisational success, the ‘Personnel and Administration’ function of the past is now a key contributor to the future of the organisation and to success. HR departments are often now called ‘People and Culture’, reflecting the changing nature of the function.

This unit will explore the wide-ranging responsibilities of human resources departments, and key theories in HRM, as well as look at challenges for the future.

In this unit, students can gain knowledge of talent acquisition, talent management, succession planning, performance management, industrial relations concepts, employer brand, employee engagement and a range of other HR topics.

Pre-requisite: Nil.

Unit Description:

Operational Management examines the operational facets of organisations, focusing on the processes that contribute to the organisation’s end product or service. Students will examine the operational objectives and strategies and develop an understanding of several key functions within the organisation, including the design of processes, the design of supply networks, process technology and job design. Planning and control are recognised as a central management function, this includes planning and controlling inventory, supply chain management and project management. The processes of monitoring, measuring, analysing and improving operational performance are applied via scenarios and case studies.

Pre-requisite: BBMG2001.

Unit Description:

Managers today encounter mammoth challenges which are varied and complex in nature. It becomes essential in modern times for executive managers to have an in-depth understanding of underlying managerial practices, especially those that relate to challenges for improving business practices. Emerging issues in market demand, technology, social responsibility, communication, human resources management, etc. makes it imperative for managers to examine and implement contemporary and innovative solutions for business problems.

The unit will explore more contemporary advanced management and organizational theories to assist managers with creative problem-solving for critical business management challenges and issues.

This unit introduces to the participants a blend of learning in class and online through several activities and assessments. It focuses on student’s learning for sustainable business including economic, social, environment and organisation culture in achieving the set business objectives optimally.

Pre-requisite: Nil.

Unit Description:

This unit builds on the knowledge and skills that students have already acquired in previous units, most notably Business and Corporations Law. The workshops examine the fundamentals of taxation law in Australia and are designed to develop in students both an appreciation of the Australian taxation system as well as practical and analytical skills for navigating tax law. More than a method of revenue collection, this unit encourages students to view taxation law as a social process and to consider the various changes that taxation has undergone since the Income Taxation Assessment Act 1936. There are opportunities for students to assess the application of the tax laws in Australia as well as analyse tax laws. Looking at taxation issues from the minds of future practitioners, the workshops include practice questions session where students can also delve into more depth on the social implications of tax law.

Pre-requisite: BACC2003.