Bachelor of Information Technology - Business Information Systems Murdoch University - Perth Campus, Australia

If you love the idea of a career in computing, artificial intelligence and machine learning, software development, games and game engine development, virtual and augmented reality or information systems, this is the qualification you need.

Designed by world-class academics in close consultation with industry advisors, this course offers you an excellent step toward launching your career.

In this course, you will learn to solve complex real-world IT problems and you will explore the theory, methods and systems used in the information technology industry, from mobile apps and virtual reality, artificial intelligence and machine learning, practical software engineering to corporate website architecture and global information systems.

You can choose a double major within this IT course or combine this course with another major or degree to specialise in two areas of study, giving you a competitive edge. For example, you might choose to add a business or a law degree to this Bachelor of Information Technology degree. The course structure would enable you to acquire strong analytical, research, design and technology skills combined with a very strong background in software design and programming.

Major : Business Information Systems
Organisations of all kinds depend on the design, implementation and management of their business information systems to take advantage of opportunities, develop creative solutions and find competitive advantages. They rely on effective information systems to provide the right information, at the right time, in order to improve decision-making and productivity. 

In this degree, you’ll learn how information is generated, communicated, stored and applied to a range of business activities. You’ll gain the skills and knowledge needed to apply technical solutions to business problems, in addition to an understanding of information systems design, management and development. You’ll also develop project management, research, oral and written communication skills, ensuring you’re ready to enter the job market.

In the final year of your degree, you’ll take part in a professional practice project unit. This will include working in a team with other students and consulting with real clients to recommend, develop and implement new technologies to solve business problems.

3 reasons to study Business Information Systems at Murdoch

• Study at the number one rated public university in WA for median graduate salary for engineering and technology
• Get industry ready in our IT Innovation Hub, which is fitted out with the latest mixed and augmented reality equipment, operational data centre and high-performance computing capabilities.
• Take on real clients with our project-based units, allowing you to get a taste for your future career by completing an internship or work placement.

What you’ll learn
Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

• Systems analysis, design and development
• Data communications
• Information systems management
• Business intelligence application development
• Enterprise architectures