This course approaches information systems from the executive and operational management perspective. It assumes a familiarity with the fundamentals of business and information systems from a technological point of view, as would be covered in a foundation course in this area. The emphasis of the course will be on understanding concepts, characteristics and factors, particularly from technological and non-technological perspectives, that are likely to impact the effectiveness and success of information systems in business environments. The aim of the course is therefore to provide students with a balanced view and deeper understanding of developing information systems strategy and managing information systems from organisational and technical perspectives so that they have a theoretically sound, but nevertheless practically oriented foundation, from which to successfully tackle information systems projects, initiatives and implementations.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- describe BIS strategic planning and management principles, concepts and theories;
- demonstrate a critical understanding of BIS strategic planning and management theories and current quality research associated with the specific topics covered in this course;
- apply evidence-based best practice BIS strategic planning and management analysis;
- analyse internal and external dimensions of BIS strategic planning and management by applying appropriate theories, models, examples and personalizations;
- communicate effectively in oral and written forms about BIS strategic planning and management principles, concepts and theories, and their application using appropriate comparisons, logic, arguments and reflections.
- undertake an applied BIS strategic planning and management research project;
Other Information
Indicative Assessment
- Two-part (Formative & Summative) Assignment 40% (40) [LO null]
- Executive Strategy and Operations Improvement Project 60% (60) [LO null]
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Workload
Students taking this course are expected to commit at least 10 hours a week to completling the work. This will include 3 hours per week in class and at least 7 hours a week on average (including non-teaching weeks) on course reading, research, writing and assignment work.
Inherent Requirements
Not applicable
Requisite and Incompatibility
Preliminary Reading
Jagadish et al. 2014. Big Data and Its Technical Challenges, Communications of the ACM, 57,7, 86-94.
Gubbi, J, Buyya, R, Marusic, S, Palaniswami, M, 2013. Internet of Things (IoT): A vision, architectural elements, and future directions. Future Generation Computer Systems, 29,7, 1645-1660.
Wilson H, Guinan, P, Parise, S, Weinberg, B. 2011. What’s Your Social Media Strategy? Harvard Business Review Jul-Aug, 23-25.
Turban, E, Volonino, G. 2010. Information Technology for Management, 7th Ed., Wiley Selecting, Acquiring and Developing Business Applications and Infrastructure (e-chapter provided)
Turban, E, Volonino, G. 2010. Information Technology for Management, 7th Ed., Wiley IT Economics (e-chapter provided)
Assumed Knowledge
Knowledge and skills contained within INFS7040Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
If you are a domestic graduate coursework or international student you will be required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2019 | $4320 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2019 | $5700 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2606 | 25 Feb 2019 | 04 Mar 2019 | 31 Mar 2019 | 31 May 2019 | In Person | View |
