Course code: 0175
Director of program: Mr Stephen Huxford
Introduction
The Master of Business Systems program offers the opportunity for training and research in the application of computers to the management of business operations. This involves the study of business-related computer techniques and business procedures leading to an understanding of the design, operation and control of computer systems. Applications include those in management, business data processing, planning, scheduling, forecasting, production management, inventory control, marketing, financial management, business modelling and other functional areas of business, industry and government.
Admission requirements
Entrance normally requires a first degree. Pass degree applicants are normally required to have achieved at least a credit average in the relevant subjects. Work experience is regarded as an asset but persons graduating in the current year may apply.
Fees for Australian residents
The Master of Business Systems by research (coursework and thesis) attracts the Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS) fees.
Degree structure
First year (masters preliminary)
Students select seven coursework subjects from the list of preliminary subjects. Students normally enrol for the Graduate Diploma in Business Systems in the first instance. Students with an honours degree at level IIB or better may be required to complete some subjects from the preliminary year.
Students are eligible to apply for entry into the second year provided they obtain sufficient marks in the Graduate Diploma in Business Systems (the exact cut-off score will depend on the number of applicants and the places available), and obtain a pass in at least one of BUS4530 (Software systems design and development) or BUS4410 (Advanced programming for database applications).
Second year
Students select two coursework subjects and complete a thesis weighted at 75 per cent. Students also participate in the graduate seminar program. Either or both of the coursework subjects may be compulsory depending on the research topic selected.