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Units indexed by faculty Master of Business SystemsCourse code: 2398 + Course abbreviation: MBusSys + Total credit points required: 72 + 1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time Study mode and course locationOn-campus (Clayton) Course descriptionThis course, offered by the Clayton School of Information Technology, aims to provide education and training in methods used in the analysis, design, development and application of computer systems to the management of business operations. Course objectivesIn completing the Master of Business Systems, graduates will further develop analytical and problem solving skills gained during undergraduate studies; gain a broad understanding of the importance of analysis, problem-solving and information management in a commercial environment; develop an appreciation of the paramount role of information technology in modern commerce; become familiar with a wide range of techniques and technologies of current significance in commercial environments; understand the impact of modern information management on the commercial workplace, particular its value as a management tool; become familiar with the many functions of information technology professionals and appreciate the contribution they can make to the objectives of an organisation; develop skills in the major areas of information technolgy application including systems analysis, design and implementation; gain a better understanding of how their existing skills and capabilities can be put to valuable use in commerce and industry; enhance their ability to communicate effectively with both business and technical professionals; and develop advanced skills and knowledge in one or more specialised areas of business systems. The course will develop knowledge in areas such as (but not limited to): the characteristics of various commercially relevant information technology techniques and products including their advantages and limitations; how such techniques and products are or can be advantageously used within an organisation; various descriptive, numerical and graphical analytical techniques to assist in business problem-solving and management; the skills and techniques used by information technology professionals such as systems analysts, designers, administrators and programmers; the impact information technology has had on modern business management; current trends and possible or expected future developments in the commercial application of information technology. Graduates will gain or improve understanding of: the importance of information technology in modern management from the lowest operational to the highest strategic level; the varied and changing roles of information technology professionals and their contribution to an organisation's achieving its objectives; the major processes and transactions involved in running a commercial organisation and the problems of managing them; the need for organisations to deal with managing uncertainty and how this can best be achieved; the theoretical basis of modern information management and technology sufficient to facilitate future specialised education and training in the field and life long learning. The course sets out to improve skills in a variety of areas including (but not limited to): problem identification and the formulation and implementation of suitable solutions using techniques learned within the course and well as skills and knowledge gained from other sources such as work experience or previous studies; communication of ideas and understanding to both technical and non-technical managers, colleagues and clients; the practical application of various numerical and non numerical techniques for business analysis; technical information technology skills such as system modelling, programming and database design; the identification and evaluation of information sources; identifying goals, setting objectives, planning and controlling projects and activities. Entry requirementsThe normal entry requirement is a first degree that is recognised as equivalent to an Australian bachelors degree. Those expecting to complete their degrees in the current year may apply. Candidates without formal tertiary qualifications can enter via the Professional Certificate in Information Technology or Executive Certificate in Information Technology. Credit for prior studiesGenerally, students who have completed similar units in previous studies will be required to make substitutions. Credit will only be granted for postgraduate units that have not counted for the award of any other degree or diploma. Where credit is granted, the number of the non-business systems elective units that can be taken is reduced. Applicants who hold an honours degree in Business Systems or Business Information Systems from Monash University or Graduate Diploma in Business Systems from Monash University will normally be granted credit equivalent to four units (24 points). Course structure.Students complete 12 units as follows (all units 6 points): (a) four foundation units:
(b) six business systems postgraduate elective units (level 4 or above) from the list below. (c) two postgraduate general electives – these must be level 4 or higher units offered by any school within the university (including the Faculty of Information Technology). Off-campus units (listed under the Master of Business Systems off-campus version, course code: 2400) and non-business systems units may only be taken with permission of the course coordinator and the school responsible for the unit. Course completion requires:
Business systems postgraduate electives
Exit awardsStudents wishing to exit the Master of Business Systems early may apply to graduate with the:
provided they have satisfied the requirements for these awards. Professional recognitionThe Faculty of Information Technology has applied for accreditation in 2007 for the Master of Business Systems from the Australian Computer Society (ACS) which may enable graduates of the course to be eligible for professional-level membership of the ACS. Contact detailsEmail: bsinfo@infotech.monash.edu.au or visit www.infotech.monash.edu.au/clayton Course coordinatorDr Ai Cheo Yeo Previous page | Next page | Section contents | Title and contents |