Bachelor of Business Information Systems (BBIS)

The business environment has changed dramatically over the last decade through globalisation, an explosion in information and smart systems and global connectivity. The nature of information management has changed from that of creating systems from first principles to cloud based globalised systems that can handle and process vast amount of data ubiquitously. IS2010 states:

"IS professionals must design and implement information technology solutions that enhance organizational performance. Students must therefore:

• Possess skills in understanding and modelling organizational processes and data, defining and implementing technical and process solutions, managing projects, and integrating systems within and across organizations.
• Be fluent in techniques for acquiring, converting, transmitting, and storing data and information, including those related to data quality.
• Focus on the application of information technology in helping individuals, groups, and organizations achieve their goals within a competitive global environment."

The Bachelor of Business Information Systems was developed after an extensive research and consultation period to better understand the needs of business and industry and ensure that graduates will be well equipped to meet those needs. As part of the process the College held dialogue with a wide variety of individuals and business leaders, leading academics and professional bodies. The aim was to understand what skills, knowledge and capabilities are needed in the current business context, and those which will be essential in the emerging global economy in an era of transnational mobility.

As a graduate of this program you will gain:

• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Specific knowledge and expertise in business information systems
• Expertise in business, and project management
• Skills to participate in the planning, creation and delivery of business endeavours and initiatives
• Enhanced leadership, communication and presentation skills
• A sound understanding of dynamics of industry, government and global business

DURATION :
Domestic and Offshore International students
The course may be studied in full-time and/or part time modes, allowing students complete flexibly. The normal full-time duration is 3 years (6 semesters).

The number of units undertaken in each semester can be varied to suit individuals, subject to the total duration of candidature not exceeding 9 years (18 semesters), and subject to any conditions as advised at the time of enrolment.

Onshore International students
The CRICOS-registered duration is 3 years of full-time study (6 semesters). Please note the part time mode is not available to holders of a student visa, who are not a citizen of Australia or New Zealand, or who are not an Australian permanent resident, or who are a temporary resident of Australia.

Delivery Method
All units of study are hosted on the College’s Online Learning System (OLS), and lectures are generally delivered face-to-face for campus-based students. All tutorials are also conducted under close academic supervision. Students have uninterrupted access to course information, library and other learning resources, and learn from a highly qualified faculty, many of whom have considerable industry experience. The OLS manages the whole process; it has a formalised structure, framework and processes, and regulates the entire delivery process in each semester, providing 24-hour access to course information and learning resources.

Other learning resources include:

• Lecture notes and suggested readings.
• Sample assignments and case studies.
• E-Library.
• EBSCO Library.

APIC's e-Library hosts a collection of specialised papers and presentation slides often not found in the online databases, and includes a mix of academic and industry-focused studies in project, business and general management. The collection is always expanding as more resources are obtained.