Bachelor of Business Information Systems

at Education Centre of Australia (ECA) Group - Asia Pacific International College (APIC) - Melbourne Campus Australia

The objective of the Graduate Diploma of Project Management is to develop students and practitioners with the skills and knowledge to assume roles in the planning, delivery of complex projects in a range of industry settings. It will also embed the concepts of sustainability as a dimension of managerial decisions and processes. Project Managers need to think strategically and demonstrate mastery of managerial perspectives that can optimise the project value and aid the achievement of triple objectives of economic, performance, and environment. The focus in our course is to study projects within a comprehensive framework. We apply an integrated project and business development approach that emphasises the delivery of the project business case and achievement of triple objectives.

APIC's focus is on the promotion of holistic and integrative thinking, and self-direction. In this course, you should expect to develop the following attributes:

• Fundamental project management knowledge and tools needed to manage a wide range of projects;
• Leadership and teamwork skills;
• Problem solving skills;
• Creativity and innovative thinking; and
• Ethics and sustainability skills.

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 a 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 the industry, government, and global business

The purpose of the Diploma of Business is to produce graduates who are capable of performing a range of business and accounting tasks while displaying the readiness to develop further in key areas of business, such as accounting, management, and marketing. The course can provide a pathway to a Bachelor of Business and related programs in most higher education institutions. The Course objectives are as follows:

• Learn the basics of business, marketing, and management in a coherent and meaningful manner;
• Learn the basics of accounting and business law;
• Enhance your academic and study skills;
• Develop a good understanding of real-life business and management challenges; and
• Familiarise yourself with the extent of studies needed to develop your career in this field

The Master of Information Technology (MIT) is designed to enable those with a degree in non IT areas to develop skills and knowledge that will allow them to enter the field of information technology. Students entering the Master of Information Technology from cognate bachelor degrees (e.g. bachelor degree in IT or Computer Science) are eligible for potential unit substitution for one or more of the foundational units within the course. The course provides a solid base in all of the key foundational and important areas of IT, and provides the opportunity for students to specialise and develop deep knowledge within specific areas of IT. The MIT has been designed to meet the current and growing skill shortage in IT, particularly in the areas of Cyber Security and Computer Networking. Students may select from advanced units covering key aspects of Cyber Security or Enterprise Networks and graduate with a specialisation in these areas. There are two electives in the MIT, one of which can be from a field other than IT. The course includes a capstone Applied Project unit that ensures that competence in the application of skills and knowledge is demonstrated to current and/or prospective employers.

The Bachelor of Business (BBus) is an innovative and comprehensive degree program conforming to the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF Level 7). The course focuses on finance, accounting, and covers the fundamentals of business, combined with considerable knowledge and skills in leadership and project management. The students learn how to plan, monitor, and control resources, meet key business objectives, and master the art of managing different functions across the business. This challenging and engaging course focuses on the improvement of the intellectual, analytical, organisational, and interpersonal skills of the students. Taught by industry professionals, this course prepares you for a diverse range of management roles across industries. The Bachelor of Business has been designed to lay the foundation for students to develop skills and competencies in business, accounting, financial management, project management, communications, and HR and organisation development.

APIC's focus is on the promotion of holistic and integrative thinking and self-direction. In this course, you should expect to develop the following attributes:

• Creativity and lateral thinking;
• Expertise in accounting and financial management;
• Project management skills;
• A sound understanding of ethics and sustainability;
• Openness to new ideas and entrepreneurship; and
• Leadership, communication and people skills.

The MBA course is designed to synthesise the development of graduates’ skills and knowledge of contemporary business management practices. The prime focus is on the application of those skills and the ability for graduates to tailor their studies through a variety of electives. The structure ensures that graduates are prepared for middle and senior management roles in a broad range of industries. The masters course deepens the knowledge and skills acquired through the core units plus the flexibility for students to select 2 units of particular interest. Within the core, the capstone Applied Business Project ensures that competence in the application of skills and knowledge is demonstrated to current and/or prospective employers.

The GradDipBus is designed to broaden the skill base of students. They have gained in earlier studies or business experience. In addition to skills and knowledge in business ethics, accounting, leadership, and information management students add marketing to their skill set while at the same time deepening their exposure to additional dimensions of management and leadership. Students are also introduced to standard research methodologies and data analysis skills to assist them in their studies and in their broader business career. Completion of the GradDipBus allows students to progress to the Master of Business Administration course. Possible careers for graduates include early managerial roles in: General management; Sales and promotions; Information Systems management; Human Resource Management; Business skills training; and Project Management.

The BIT is designed to develop skills and knowledge that will allow graduates to enter the field of information technology. The course provides a solid base in all of the key foundational and important areas of IT, and also provides the opportunity for students to specialise and develop deep knowledge within specific areas. The BIT has been designed to meet the current and growing skill shortage in IT, particularly in the areas of computer networking and cyber security. Students may select advanced units covering key aspects of computer networks and security and graduate with a specialisation in this area. The networking units within the BIT have been designed to ensure graduates have both the knowledge and skills to design and configure large scale enterprise networks. These units also prepare students to be ready to undertake the Cisco Certificate Network Associate exam (CCNA 200-301), that forms a key part of the Cisco set of industry certifications. The cyber security units enable students to understand the latest technologies and trends in cyber defensive strategies and ensure graduates are able to design network systems that are resilient to cyber threats.

APIC courses are nationally accredited and registered by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and included in the National Register of Higher Education Providers.

MPMB graduates will acquire knowledge and competencies of the contemporary project and portfolio management, as well as leadership and high-level professional skills and attitude. The course focuses on the enhancement of specific professional capabilities, knowledge, and competencies, undertaken in a combination of coursework and research; and the acquisition of leadership and communication skills needed to lead and deliver complex projects. The emphasis is placed on the development of strategic and business expertise associated with projects and organisations. Another unique aspect of the course is its integrated approach to the management of projects, portfolios, and business ventures. MPMB candidates undertake research that immerses them in the application of the latest concepts and techniques, which provides them with fresh perspectives, values, and competencies to lead complex projects.

APIC's focus is on the promotion of holistic and integrative thinking, and self-direction. In this course, you should expect to develop the following attributes:

• specialist project management methodologies, modelling and techniques for the design, plan and implementation of projects across a wide range of industries;
• project management skills with business focus;
• leadership role in the project delivery function;
• critical thinking skills;
• in-demand, commercially-relevant skills and knowledge;
• communication and people skills;
• creativity and lateral thinking;
• ethics and sustainability skills; and
• openness to new ideas and entrepreneurship skills.

The Diploma of Business Information Systems has been designed as a foundation qualification which equips students with the fundamentals of information systems in business enterprises in a practical manner. It allows students the opportunity to progress to further study and gain up to 1-year credit to study the Bachelor of Business Information Systems at APIC, or a variety of other bachelor degree programs. Students who opt to pursue an employment opportunity and not continue their tertiary studies will be better prepared with excellent knowledge and perspectives on business and information systems to assist them to find gainful employment in a range of fields and commence a rewarding career.

The Course objectives are summarised below:

• learn the basics of business information systems to develop your career as an Information Systems Professional through further studies or relevant professional development programs;
• learn the basics of business and management in a coherent and meaningful manner;
• learn the basics of business law;
• enhance your academic and study skills;
• develop a good understanding of real-life business and information management challenges; and
• familiarise yourself with the extent of studies needed to develop your career in this field.