Lincoln Institute of Higher Education (LIHE) trading as Lincoln Education Australia (LEA)
Program Description
The Bachelor of Business Information Systems course is designed to prepare graduates with broad and coherent knowledge, insight and practical experience in planning and implementing information systems in a global economy. Students will study information management systems and business applications; methodologies and tools to harness information technology to facilitate strategic and operational activities and decision-making; analysis and interpretation of business data; business systems development within organisations; and project management. They will also have the opportunity to major in data analytics, cybersecurity and enterprise systems. Students will be prepared as job-ready ethical professionals with entrepreneurial capabilities, effective communication skills and socially responsible practices for a global society.
Duration : 36 Months Subjects : 24
Level : AQF 7 CRICOS Course Code : 112283H
The Bachelor of Business Information Systems course aims to prepare you with the broad and coherent knowledge, skills and practical application for planning and implementing information systems in a global economy. You will study technologies and techniques of architecture, information management systems and business applications with a focus on methods for using and monitoring appropriate technologies to facilitate strategic and operational activAcademic entry requirements:ities and decision-making in organisations. You will have the opportunity to major in areas such as data analytics, cybersecurity and enterprise systems. As a graduate of this course, you will be a job-ready entrepreneur and capable communicator with ethically sustainable practices for a global society.
As a graduate of this course, you will be prepared for work in a complex modern-day digital environment. The course helps you to develop core attributes such as creative and critical thinking, effective communication and collaboration, entrepreneurship, social responsibility, cultural awareness, ethical competence and leadership skills that will allow you to engage across a variety of industries.
Graduates of this Bachelor of Business Information Systems degree will be highly sought after across a range of industries and sectors for their unique combination of IT skills and business acumen. You will be well prepared for a range of career pathways, such as:
- Information systems manager
- Data analyst
- Cyber security analyst
- Database administrator
- IT Consultant
- Systems Analyst
- E-Commerce Developer
- Enterprise Systems Manager
- Information Centre Manager
- Project Development Manager
- Project Officer
- IT Manager
| Subject Code | Name of Subject | Scheduling | Core or Elective | Prerequisites (P) and Corequisites (C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIS5101 | Entrepreneurship and Marketing | Year 1 – Semester 1 | Core | Nil |
| BIS5102 | Computer Principles and Programming | Year 1 – Semester 1 | Core | Nil |
| BIS5103 | Organisational Management | Year 1 – Semester 1 | Core | Nil |
| BIS5105 | Principles of Accounting | Year 1 – Semester 1 | Core | Nil |
| BIS5104 | Database Management Systems | Year 1 – Semester 2 | Core | Nil |
| BIS5201 | Design Thinking | Year 1 – Semester 2 | Core | Nil |
| BIS5107 | E-Commerce | Year 1 – Semester 2 | Core | Nil |
| BIS5108 | Data Communication and Networking | Year 1 – Semester 2 | Core | Nil |
| BIS5106 | Systems Analysis and Design | Year 2 – Semester 1 | Core | BIS5102 |
| BIS5202 | Accounting Information Systems | Year 2 | Elective | BIS5105 (P) |
| BIS5203 | Website Design and Development | Year 2 – Semester 1 | Core | Nil |
| BIS5204 | Business Ethics and Professional Perspectives | Year 2 – Semester 1 | Core | Nil |
| BIS5205 | Object Oriented Programming | Year 2 – Semester 2 | Core | BIS5102 (P) |
| Elective 1 | Chose any one from the 2nd year Elective | Year 2 – Semester 2 | Elective | |
| BIS5303 | IS Project Management | Year 2 – Semester 2 | Core | BIS5106 (P) |
| BIS5208 | Cloud Computing | Year 2 – Semester 2 | Core | BIS5108 (P) |
| BIS5301 | Cyber Security Management | Year 3 – Semester 1 | Core | BIS5108 (P) |
| BIS5302 | Artificial Intelligence in Business | Year 3 – Semester 1 | Core | Nil |
| Elective 2 | Chose any one from the 2nd year Elective | Year 3 – Semester 1 | Elective | |
| Elective 3 | Chose any one from the 3rd year Elective | Year 3 – Semester 1 | Elective | |
| Elective 4 | Chose any one from the 3rd year Elective | Year 3 – Semester 2 | Elective | |
| BIS5305 | Analytics for Decision Making | Year 3 – Semester 2 | Core | BIS5106 (P) |
| BIS5306 | Enterprise System Development | Year 3 – Semester 2 | Core | BIS5106 (P) |
| BIS5311 | Capstone Project | Year 3 – Semester 2 | Core | Successful completion of the 20 core subjects in first 5 semesters |
| Elective Subjects | ||||
| BIS5206 | Human Resources Management | Year 2 | Elective | |
| BIS5325 | Cyber Law and Ethics | Year 2 | Elective | BIS5108 (P) |
| BIS5304 | Total Quality Management | Year 2 | Elective | |
| BIS5321 | Big Data Analytics | Year 3 | Elective | Successful completion of 1 core subjects |
| BIS5322 | Data Visualisation | Year 3 | Elective | BIS5305 (P) |
| BIS5323 | Network System Management | Year 3 | Elective | BIS5108 (P) |
| BIS5324 | Internet Routing | Year 3 | Elective | BIS5108 (P) |
| BIS5326 | Enterprise Data Management and Analysis | Year 3 | Elective | BIS5106 (P), BIS5104 (P) |
| BIS5327 | Systems Integration | Year 3 | Elective | BIS5106 (P) |
Intake:
There are three intakes each year in March, July and November.
Domestic Students:
Academic Requirements
- Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 with a minimum ATAR of 65 (or equivalent qualification), or alternative ATAR with interview; or
- Successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program; or
- One (1) year of university studies.
Applicants who do not meet the formal academic entry requirements may be considered on a case by-case basis.
Assumed Knowledge
In some undergraduate courses, it is assumed that through secondary school studies or other equivalent studies a student will have achieved a level of knowledge of the subject area that is considered desirable for successful university-level study. Consistent with the Australian university sector standards and comparator institutions, LIHE will require applicants for study in the Bachelor of Business Information Systems course to have a mid-range level of assumed mathematics knowledge as “Mathematics Advanced (NSW HSC), or equivalent” for successful study.
English language requirements:
- A Unit 3-4 sequence in English with a study score of at least 30 in Units 3 & 4 English as an Additional Language (EAL) or at least 25 in Units 3 & 4 English, Literature or English Language
Proof of English language proficiency shall not be older than 2 years from the date of commencement of the course applied for.
Applicants who do not meet the English proficiency requirements may be made a conditional offer pending successful completion of an approved intensive English language course and meeting the required standard prior to commencement.
Additional entry requirements
LIHE does not accept students under the age of 18. You are required to have turned 18 before the first day of Orientation week.
Application for admission into some LIHE courses may require you to attend an interview or submit a portfolio.
Equity measures
LIHE facilitates access to applicants from underrepresented and/or disadvantaged groups, including:
- Part or full-time carers
- Persons with disabilities
- Persons experiencing mental or physical health concerns
- Mature-age applicants
- Single parents
- People for whom English is a second language
- Persons who identify as LGBTI
International Students:
Academic Requirements
- Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 with a minimum ATAR of 65 (or equivalent qualification), or alternative ATAR with interview; or
- Successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program; or
- One (1) year of university studies.
Applicants who do not meet the formal academic entry requirements may be considered on a case by-case basis.
Assumed Knowledge
In some undergraduate courses, it is assumed that through secondary school studies or other equivalent studies a student will have achieved a level of knowledge of the subject area that is considered desirable for successful university-level study. Consistent with the Australian university sector standards and comparator institutions, LIHE will require applicants for study in the Bachelor of Business Information Systems course to have a mid-range level of assumed mathematics knowledge as “Mathematics Advanced (NSW HSC), or equivalent” for successful study
English language requirements:
The following English language requirements apply for international students or local applicants with international qualifications:
- IELTS: An overall IELTS band score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in writing and speaking; or
- TOEFL (Internet-based): An overall score 65 with a minimum of 21 in writing and at least 18 in speaking; or
- CAE Advanced (CAE) or CAE Proficiency (CPE): An overall score of 169 with a minimum of 154 in writing and speaking; or
- PTE Academic: An overall writing communicative score of 50 with a minimum score of 43 in writing and speaking.
Where international students have achieved an AQF (Australian Qualifications Framework) qualification of Level 5 and above in the past 2 years and where the language of instruction has been English, students are deemed to have met the English language fluency requirement.
Proof of English language proficiency shall not be older than 2 years from the date of commencement of the course applied for.
Applicants who do not meet the English proficiency requirements may be made a conditional offer pending successful completion of an approved intensive English language course and meeting the required standard prior to commencement.
Additional entry requirements
LIHE does not accept students under the age of 18. You are required to have turned 18 before the first day of Orientation week.
Application for admission into some LIHE courses may require you to attend an interview or submit a portfolio.
Equity measures
LIHE facilitates access to applicants from underrepresented and/or disadvantaged groups, including:
- Part or full-time carers
- Persons with disabilities
- Persons experiencing mental or physical health concerns
- Mature-age applicants
- Single parents
- People for whom English is a second language
- Persons who identify as LGBTI
LIHE requires 12 hours per week of scheduled classes and self-directed study for a 4-credit point subject. This workload requirement typically comprises 3 hours of directed teaching and learning activities in lecture or workshop settings and 7-9 hours of self-directed study. You should expect to spend approximately 10-12 hours per week per subject over 12 weeks (total of approximately 144 hours) on learning activities.
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