Master of Information Technology (Business)
Why study the Master of Information Technology (Business) at UNE?
The Master of Information Technology (Business) is a conversion course that will enable students to gain professional qualifications in information technology. It is a coursework only degree designed for students who do not have a computing background and who are seeking to achieve qualifications in information technology as well as an understanding of the fundamental principles of business.
Please note: this course was previously known as Master of Information Technology (Extended).
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the degree will have skills in design and development of software systems; systems analysis; database programming; IT project management; and programming of financial systems.
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DURATION
2 Years Full-timeFEES
International2013 STUDY OPTIONS
ISBT Sydney
ISBT Semester 1, On CampusISBT Semester 2, On Campus
ISBT Summer, On Campus
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| Course Type | Postgraduate | ||||||||||||
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| Fees | International | ||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 96 | ||||||||||||
| Benefits | The Master of Information Technology (Business) has been granted provisional Professional Level accreditation by the Australian Computer Society. On completion of the Graduate Diploma, students are able to articulate to the Master of Information Technology (Business) with 48 credit points advanced standing for units completed towards the Graduate Diploma. On completion of the Master of Information Technology, students are able to articulate to the Master of Information Technology (Business) with 72 credit points advanced standing for units completed towards the Master. |
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All International students should apply directly to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways. Please note UNE is no longer accepting new student applications for enrolment at ISBT Sydney. For more information, click here |
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| Entry Requirements | 1. A candidate shall: (a) have fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a Bachelor degree or qualification of equivalent standing at this or another university or tertiary institution; or (b) have completed the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology or any graduate certificate as approved by the course coordinator; or (c) have completed the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology or any graduate diploma as approved by the course coordinator. 2. An applicant for candidature shall apply to the Program Director on the prescribed form. 3. Admission to candidature and the date of commencement of candidature shall be determined by the School. 4. After admission to candidature, a candidate shall have a program of study approved by the course coordinator. |
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| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course). 1. The course coordinator may grant a candidate advanced standing for: (a) up to 48 credit points on the basis of units that have been counted towards another postgraduate qualification at this or another university provided they have a reasonable degree of correspondence to units prescribed for the course work program and, if the candidate does not have a first degree; provided a minimum of Credit grade average is achieved in such units to the value of 24 credit points; or (b) up to 48 credit points on the basis of postgraduate units that have not been counted towards any qualification provided they have a reasonable degree of correspondence to units prescribed for the course work program; or (c) up to 24 credit points for other significant learning which the School considers equivalent to units prescribed for the course work program; or (d) up to 24 credit points for units completed towards the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology or an appropriate Graduate Certificate and, if the candidate does not have a first degree, provided a minimum of Credit grade average is achieved in these units; or (e) up to 48 credit points for units completed towards the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology or an appropriate Graduate Diploma. 2. The course coordinator may grant a candidate advanced standing for up to 72 credit points for units completed towards the Master of Information Technology or equivalent at this University and not otherwise counted towards the Master of Information Technology (Business). |
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Admission to Candidature
1. A candidate shall:
(a) have fulfilled all of the requirements for admission to a Bachelor degree or qualification of equivalent standing at this or another University or tertiary institution; or
(b) have completed the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology or any graduate certificate as approved by the course coordinator; or
(c) have completed the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology or any graduate diploma as approved by the course coordinator.
2. An applicant for candidature shall apply to the Program Director on the prescribed form.
3. Admission to candidature and the date of commencement of candidature shall be determined by the School.
4. After admission to candidature, a candidate shall have a program of study approved by the course coordinator.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course).
The course coordinator may grant a candidate advanced standing for:
(a) up to 48 credit points on the basis of units have been counted towards another postgraduate qualification at this or another university provided they have a reasonable degree of correspondence to units prescribed for the course work program and, if the candidate does not have a first degree, provided a minimum of Credit grade average is achieved in such units to the value of 24 credit points; or
(b) up to 48 credit points on the basis of postgraduate units that have not been counted towards any qualification provided they have a reasonable degree of correspondence to units prescribed for the course work program; or
(c) up to 24 credit points for other significant learning which the School considers equivalent to units prescribed for the course work program; or
(d) up to 24 credit points for units completed towards the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology or an appropriate Graduate Certificate and, if the candidate does not have a first degree, provided a minimum of Credit grade average is achieved in these units; or
(e) up to 48 credit points for units completed towards the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology or an appropriate Graduate Diploma.
The course coordinator may grant a candidate advanced standing for up to 72 credit points for units completed towards the Master of Information Technology or equivalent at this University and not otherwise counted towards the Master of Information Technology (Business).
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be two years as a full-time candidate.
Where the prescribed program of study has been reduced in terms of Admission Rule 1(b) or 1(c), the period of candidature may be reduced accordingly.
In exceptional circumstances and on the basis of written evidence the School may extend the periods of candidature.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate shall complete units to a total of 96 credit points.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 96 cps |
| Total | 96 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Master of Information Technology (Business).
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology on completion of 24 credit points.
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology on completion of 48 credit points.
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Master of Information Technology on completion of 72 credit points.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.
| Course Aims |
The Master of Information Technology (Business) is a two-year 'conversion' course designed for students who have completed a Bachelor in an area other than computing and who wish to obtain both qualifications in information technology and an understanding of the fundamental principles of business. The course will equip students with the knowledge and skills required to pursue a range of information technology related career paths.
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| Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| Graduate Attributes |
Knowledge of a Discipline
Knowledge and skills in information technology will be taught, assessed and practised in the units within the course. The principles and practice of algorithms and programming will be taught in a foundation unit in first semester and more advanced and specialised knowledge and skills will be taught in the second and third semesters of the course. In the final semester, students will be taught and assessed on knowledge of business principles.
Communication Skills
Oral and written communication via a range of media is an essential aspect of participation in a software development team. These skills will be taught, practised and assessed in most units within the course. The 'capstone' project unit COMP588 will require students to demonstrate a professional level of communication skills both with other group members and with the project client.
Global Perspectives
Several units within the course address the global nature of the information technology industry. Students will be assessed on their understanding of techniques for the internationalisation of software.
Information Literacy
All units in the course will require students to find and critically evaluate information from a variety of sources. This will be practised and assessed throughout the course.
Life-Long Learning
Information technology is a very rapidly changing field of study. Students will be provided with fundamental skills which enable them to supplement their knowledge and adapt to the use of new software development environments, technologies and tools. This will be taught and practised by providing core skills and exposing students to a variety of programming languages, environments and specialised systems.
Problem Solving
Students will gain problem solving skills in algorithm design, software engineering, program debugging and project management. All units which involve programming will teach and assess problem solving skills.
Social Responsibility
Reflection on social responsibility and professional practice in software development is embedded in the course content. Units will require students to reflect on social implications of information technology such as social networking, malicious software, identity theft and security measures.
Team Work
Teamwork is an essential component of the course and of the professional practice of software development. A number of the core units in the course require students to work in groups and provide guidance and assessment on group work. The 'capstone' project unit COMP588 involves the planning, design and implementation of a large software system by a team of students.
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