Program Requirements
The Master of Business Information Systems requires the completion of 96 units, which must consist of:
54 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
BUSN7024 Project Management Principles
BUSN8062 Managing Major Projects: The Cross-Boundary Project Executive
COMP6240 Relational Databases
COMP6340 Networked Information Systems
INFS7004 Accounting Information Systems
INFS7007 Information Systems Analysis and Modelling
INFS7040 Electronic Commerce for Managers
INFS8004 Enterprise Systems and Business Process Management
INFS8205 Information Systems Strategy and Management
24 units from completion of courses from the following list:
BUSN7008 Financial Statements and Reporting
BUSI7019 The Global Business Environment
COMP6390 HCI and Usability Engineering
COMP6470 Special Topics in Computing
COMP6700 Introductory Programming
MGMT7030 Foundations of Management
MKTG7001 Marketing
18 units from completion of courses from the following list:
BUSN7017 Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility, Accountability and Reporting
BUSN7045 Corporate Governance
BUSN8102 Special Topics in Commerce
BUSN8802 Master Research Project (Commerce)
INFS8201 Advanced Topics in Information Systems Research
MKTG7035 Global Marketing
Admission Requirements
A Bachelor degree or international equivalent with an average mark of at least 65%.
All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students
Applicants with a Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline may be eligible for 24 units (1 semester) of credit.
Applicants with a Graduate Diploma or Honours in a cognate discipline may be eligible for 48 units (1 year) of credit.
Indicative fees
- Annual indicative fee for domestic students
- $27,312.00
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $34,800.00
For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
The Master of Business Information Systems program is designed for graduates either with or without a background in information systems. Students without an IS background are taken through foundational topics in their first year of study, leading them into the second year which deals with more advanced material. An extensive list of electives is provided to allow students to focus their study on those areas of particular interest or relevance to them.
The program is taught by research active academic staff. Students are exposed to professional and scholarly academic information systems research and coursework, enhancing their academic and professional competence.
The program has Professional level accreditation by the Australian Computer Society.
Career Options
ANU provides you with more choice for your entrance score by offering the new Flexible Double Degree program.
The ANU Flexible Double Degree lets you build skills for your chosen career without forfeiting your passion. It's your choice to build a double degree partnership that suits your head and your heart.http://students.anu.edu.au/applications/
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the skills and knowledge to:
- Exercise judgement under supervision to analyse and solve information systems problems in diverse contexts using technical, social, ethical, economic, regulatory and global perspectives.
- Integrate theoretical and technical information systems knowledge which includes a selection of issues in enterprise systems, business process management, project management, systems modelling, database design, communication technologies, and with an understanding of contemporary issues in information systems research.
- Critically apply theoretical and technical information systems knowledge and skills to evaluate complex information systems problems in professional and research contexts.
- Justify and communicate information systems advice and ideas in diverse collaborative contexts involving stakeholders with both IS and non-IS specialist skills.
Additionally, as outlined in the Engineering and ICT Learning and Teaching Academic Standards Statement (ALTC 2010), Graduates of the Master of Business Information Systems will have the skills and knowledge to:
- Identify, interpret and analyse stakeholder needs, establish priorities and the goals, constraints and uncertainties of the system (social, cultural, legislative, environmental, business etc), using systems thinking, while recognising ethical implications of professional practice.
- Apply problem solving, design and decision making methodologies to develop components, systems and/or processes to meet specified requirements, including innovative approaches to synthesise alternative solutions, concepts and procedures, while demonstrating information skills and research methods.
- Apply abstraction, mathematics and discipline fundamentals to analysis, design and operation; use appropriate computer software, laboratory equipment and other devices; ensure model applicability, accuracy and limitations.
- Communicate and coordinate proficiently by: listening, speaking, reading and writing English for professional practice; working as an effective member or leader of diverse teams; using basic tools and practices of formal project management.
- Manage own time and processes effectively by prioritising competing demands to achieve personal and team goals, with regular review of personal performance as a primary means of managing continuing professional development.
Further Information
For Domestic Students applying through UAC: If you have completed an overseas qualification, please send a scanned copy of your original testamur (graduation certificate) and academic transcript through to info.cbe@anu.edu.au. The scanned documents should be in colour and unaltered in size. Please include your name and UAC number in the email.
Single degree
This program is designed for graduates either with or without a background in information systems and aims to take those who enter it to a high and advanced level of competence in the discipline. Students without significant background in the area are taken through foundation topics in their first year of study, leading them into the second year which deals with more advanced material. Students who come to the program having studied information systems at undergraduate level, may be eligible for advanced standing in the program. In addition to the specified core courses, an extensive list of electives from which students may choose is designed to allow students to focus their study within the degree on those areas of particular interest or relevance to them.
About this degree
- This program requires 16 courses (96 units)
- 9 core courses (54 units)
- 7 elective courses (42 units)
Enrolment Status
It is possible to enrol in less than 24 units per semester but it will take you longer to finish your program and get your degree. If you are an international student you must always be enrolled full-time in 24 units each semester.
Remember you will need to enrol in courses for both First Semester and Second Semester. You will be able to change your enrolment in courses up until the end of week 2 of each semester without penalty.
Electives
Elective courses to the value of 42 units (7 courses) are to be chosen from List 2 (Level 1 electives) and List 3 (Level 2 electives).
Note that:
- Students may include no more than 24 units (4 courses) Level 1 electives in their program of study
- Level 2 electives are normally only available to MBIS students in their second year of study
24 units from List 2 (Level 1 electives):
BUSN7008 Financial Statements and Reporting
BUSI7019 The Global Business Environment
COMP6390 HCI and Usability Engineering
COMP6470 Special Topics in Computing
COMP6700 Introductory Programming
MGMT7030 Management and Organisations
MKTG7001 Marketing
18 units from List 3 (Level 2 electives):
BUSN7017 Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility, Accountability and Reporting
BUSN7045 Corporate Governance
BUSN8102 Special Topics in Commerce
BUSN8802 Master Research Project (Commerce)
INFS8201 Advanced Topics in Information Systems Research
MKTG7035 Global Marketing
Study Options
Master of Business Information Systems
Two-year graduate coursework.Study Options
Year 1 48 units | INFS7040 Electronic Commerce for Managers 6 units | BUSN7024 Project Management Principles 6 units | INFS7007 Information Systems Analysis and Modelling 6 units | COMP6340 Networked Information Systems 6 units |
COMP6240 Relational Databases 6 units | INFS7004 Accounting Information Systems 6 units | 6-unit from 24 units list | 6-unit from 24 units list |
Disciplines
Academic Advice
Students are recommended to discuss choice of your elective courses with your program convener.
If you have any questions regarding your study plan, please contact the Program Convenor, Dr Nigel Martin for advice.
His contact details are:
Email Nigel.Martin@anu.edu.au
Room 3.20, Building 26C
Please ensure you take a copy of your academic transcript with you when you meet with Dr Martin.
Dr Martin will be available for student advice during Semester 2, 2015 Orientation Week during the following hours:
- Tuesday 14 July 2015, 9.30-12.30, CBE Bldg Rm 3.20
- Wednesday 15 July 2015, 9.30-12.30, CBE Bldg Rm 3.20
- Friday 17 July 2015, 10.00-12.00, CBE Bldg Rm 3.20
Do you want to talk to someone before enrolling?
Contact info.cbe@anu.edu.au