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MBA9009

Information systems (6 points)

(BUS)

Leader: Dr Judy McKay

Offered:
Caulfield First semester 2003 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2003 (Evening)
Caulfield Second semester 2003 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2003 (Evening)
Caulfield First semester 2004 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2004 (Evening)
Caulfield Second semester 2004 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2004 (Evening)

Synopsis: This unit aims to ensure that MBA students acquire a managerial perspective on how information systems are used in organisations. Students will develop the ability to integrate the use of information systems into day-to-day operations and to participate in the creation of long-term business strategy. All managers require a working knowledge of IS to ensure that IS and IT investments and business decisions are soundly based and of benefit to the organisation. In addition, an understanding of the use of IT can be a major factor in improving organisational and personal productivity.

Assessment: Individual assignment: 15% + Syndicate assignment (written report): 25% + Syndicate presentation: 10% + Final examination (3 hours): 50% + Students must pass the examination in order to pass the unit

Contact Hours: 39 contact hours

Prerequisites: Students must be enrolled in the MBA program


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