Business Information Systems - Murdoch University Dubai

Qualification

Bachelor of Information Technology in Business Information Systems

The success of any business depends upon the quality of its information systems. But information technology is not just about computers, but also about how people use them in the workplace. If you want to study information technology in business information systems, our specially designed course will help you gain all the fundamental knowledge you need to become a real professional and grow in your career.

Key Information

Duration and course structure

8 trimesters, to be completed in 3 years, or 6 trimesters to be completed in 2 years (fast-track), 24 units, 72 credit points

Intake dates

January, May, September

Mode of delivery

On campus

Fees*

AED 174,600 for the entire course (24 units).

Tuition fees are inclusive of VAT.

*Note: Tuition fees exclude the cost of course study materials.

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About our Bachelor of Information Technology in Business Information Systems

In this course, students will learn how information is generated, communicated, stored, and used in a range of business activities. They will learn how to integrate IT into business environments and processes to make better decisions, improve productivity and profitability, and create new growth opportunities.

You will learn how to solve business problems as you build your understanding of information systems design, management, and development. You’ll find many career opportunities all over the world in the IT industry, or you can pursue additional education or a research career.

Our Bachelor of Information Technology course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Why study Bachelor of Business Information Technology in Business Information Systems at Murdoch University

You will develop the professional, problem-solving and personal skills and get the necessary knowledge and experience you’ll need to grow your career and successfully enter the information technology workforce.
We offer part-time study options for students who won’t be able to attend full-time classes.
You will get access to some excellent scholarships like the Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship Program.
In your final year, you will have an opportunity to collaborate with actual clients to recommend, create and apply innovative technologies to address their business problems.

Career opportunities

By getting a bachelor’s degree in information technology, you will have the following career opportunities:

Business Analyst
Systems Analyst
Database Administrator
Project Manager
Consultant

Course structure

B1390 - Bachelor of Information Technology

Spine Units 9 cp

ICT111 | 3 cp | Cybersecurity Fundamentals
MSP200 | 3 cp | Building Employability Skills
COM203 | 3 cp | Consulting and Freelancing

Course Core 24 cp

ICT100 | 3 cp | Transition to IT
ICT159 | 3 cp | Foundations of Programming
ICT169 | 3 cp | Foundations of Data Communications
ICT170 | 3 cp | Foundations of Computer Systems
ICT201 | 3 cp | Information Technology Project Management
BSC203 | 3 cp | Introduction to ICT Research Methods
ICT302 | 3 cp | IT Professional Practice Project
ICT 285 | 3 cp | Databases

Business Information Systems 24 cp

Required Units 15 cp

- - ICT158 | 3 cp | Introduction to Information Systems
  - ICT284 | 3 cp | System Analysis and Design
  - ICT292 | 3 cp | Information Systems Management
  - ICT301 | 3 cp | Enterprise Architectures
  - ICT393 | 3 cp | Advanced Business Analysis and Design
  - ICT394 | 3 cp | Business Intelligence Application Development
  - MAS164 | 3 cp | Fundamentals of Mathematics

Specified Electives 9 cp

Select 3 cp from one of the sets below:

Set 1
MAS183 | 3 cp | Statistical Data Analysis
OR
MAS162 | 3 cp | Discrete Mathematics and Logic
Students considering a double major with Computer Science, or Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems, must complete MAS162, which may require prerequisites.

Set 2
ICT145 | 3 cp | Python Programming for Everyone
OR
ICT167 | 3 cp | Principles of Computer Science
Students considering a double major with Computer Science, or Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems, must take ICT167.

Set 3
ICT206 | 3 cp | Intelligent Systems
OR
ICT284 | 3 cp | Systems Analysis and Design
Students considering a double major with Computer Science must take ICT206.

B1390 - Bachelor of Information Technology

Recommended double majors

Computer Science
Cyber Security and Forensics

Professional recognition

This course is accredited at the Professional level with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Academic entry requirements

Entry Requirement 2025

Entry Requirement 2026

English language entry requirements

International students must be able to demonstrate English language proficiency before being admitted to this course.

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