The BSc (Hons) Business Information Systems programme is designed to develop your knowledge and expertise in the analysis, development and application of socio-technical systems and the importance of information technology and computing in society. It provides a deep understanding of the underpinning theoretical foundations of information, technology and systems applied to modern business environments. You will also bis exposed to the state-of-the art theories, technologies and research that will shape and transform society over the next decade. At a higher level, this programme will prepare you for graduate work by showcasing the impact and importance of information systems to the global digital economy.
Who is the Awarding body?
The BSc (Hons) in Business Information Systems is awarded by Cardiff Metropolitan University.
What does the Programme contain?
The BSc (Hons) in Business Information Systems programme is comprised of a number of core modules, with a range of options in the second and final year to develop your specific interests and expertise. Please refer below for the programme structure/ study plan with the details of the core and optional modules.
Where does the Qualification lead to?
The graduates of this programme could have opportunities in organisations where there are positions such as Business Analyst, Database Administrator, Application Analyst, IT Consultant, Data Analyst, Systems Analyst, Project Management Consultant etc.
How much time period does it takes?
The BSc (Hons) in Business Information Systems can be achieved over a minimum period of 4 years.
Programme Structure
Level
Semester/ Teaching Block
Module Title (Credits)
Level 3
Semester/
Teaching
Block 1
GLT3001
English Language Proficiency
(20 credit) Compulsory
GLT3006
English for Academic
Purposes & Study Skills
(20 credit) Compulsory
GRM3000
Academic Skills in Practice
(20 credit) Compulsory
GCO3000
Information Technology in Business
(20 credit) Compulsory
GRM3001
Introduction to Quantitative Methods
(20 credit) Compulsory
Semester/
Teaching
Block 2
GHL3000
Management in Contemporary Organisations
(20 credit ) Compulsory
GRM3002
Entrepreneurship (Creativity and Innovation)
(20 credit) Compulsory
GAC3000
Personal Finance
(20 credit) Compulsory
Level 4
Semester/
Teaching
Block 1
GIS4000
Computational Thinking
(20 credit) Compulsory
GIS4001
Computing & Society
(20 credit) Compulsory
GIS4004
Building for the Web
(20 credit) Compulsory
Semester/
Teaching
Block 2
GSP4002
Business in a
Global Context
(20 credit) Compulsory
GIS4005
Developing Quality
Software & Systems I
(20 credit) Compulsory
GIS4006
Fundamentals of
Information Systems
(20 credit) Compulsory
Level 5
Semester/
Teaching
Block 1
GIS5005
Developing Quality Software & Systems II
(20 credit ) Compulsory
GIS5008
Digital Business
(20 credit) Compulsory
GIS5001
Systems Analysis & Design
(20 credit) Compulsory
Semester/
Teaching
Block 2
GIS5000
Research Methods for Computing & IS
(10 credit) Compulsory
GRM5031
Summer Experience of Work with Personal Development Planning
(10 credit) Compulsory
GIS5007
Law & Digital Security
(20 credit) Compulsory
GIS5009
Multimedia & Interaction
(20 credit) Optional
GSP5017
Consumers, Cultures and Commerce
(20 credit) Optional
Level 6
Semester/
Teaching
Block 1
GIS6000
Business Information Systems Dissertation Project
(40 credit) Compulsory
GIS6011
Information Systems Project Management
(20 credit) Compulsory
GIS6004
Professional & Ethical Issues in IT
(20 credit) Compulsory
Semester/
Teaching
Block 2
GIS6008
Analytics & Business Intelligence
(20 credit) Compulsory
General Option (20 credit)
Level 6 options: students need to choose from the list below any 1 module of 20 credits
Innovation and Entrepreneurship -GSP6032-20 credit
Leadership and Change Management GSP6064- 20 credit
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