Welcome to IIBIT

Available in Sydney & Adelaide

CRICOS Code: 053788J (NSW) & 053023K (SA)

Admission requirements

• Completion of (at least) a 3-year undergraduate degree program, or equivalent from a recognised university
• Required proficiency in English. IELTS overall band score 6.0 with no band less than 5.5

Tuition Fee

• AUD17300/Year x 2 Years (Sydney & Adelaide)*

* Fees are indicative and subject to change without prior notice.

Program Overview & Objectives

The Master of Information Systems is designed specifically to attract graduates who do not necessarily have a background in information technology, but who need to learn more about the utilisation of information technology in business environments. This is a state-of-the-art program that considers modern principles and theories of computing together with the practical applications of information technology. It examines both the organisational and technological issues that are needed for the analysis and design of business information systems with a strong emphasis on electronic commerce. Several elective courses are delivered through the School of Business to take advantage of that School's skills and expertise in management and legal areas.

Successful completion of this program will give you the foundation, knowledge and skills to:

• Understand the different types of information technology tools and their applications
• Manage the impact of technology in organisations
• Understand the role of technology in managing knowledge and information
• Critically evaluate currently existing technology systems and new developments
• Maintain familiarity with the latest developments in information technology
• Understand the organisational settings in which information systems are used
• Recognise the threats and opportunities of technology in business
• Demonstrate an awareness of ethics and social implications of their interest area
• Understand the role of modern information systems in society and business

Career Opportunities

Upon completing the Master of Information Systems, you will be well-prepared for such careers as information systems developers, system analyst managers, system designers, information managers, electronic commerce managers, database administrators, consultants, and company managers.

Program Structure

The program consists of 16 courses, which provide practical and theoretical skills in information systems. There are 13 core courses and 3 business or computing elective courses that make up the program structure.

The structure may be summarised as follows:

Professional Accreditation

University of Ballarat's Master of Information Systems offered at IIBIT Sydney & Adelaide locations is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at Professional Level.