Undergraduate SWI-INF30003-2022

Business Information Systems Analysis

Deconstruct problems in the workplace using business analysis tools, methodologies and techniques. Query the nature of organisational information systems. Examine their social and technical dimensions. Work in a team as you complete your studies.

Duration

13 weeks

Study method

100% Online

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Assessments

Subjects may require attendance

Prior study

Required

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Subject details

What you'll learn

Students who successfully complete this subject will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary issues associated with business analysis and analyse the nature of business problems in an organisational context
Communicate effectively as a professional and function as an effective leader or member of a diverse team
Evaluate key business analysis methodologies and their application in organisations
Apply theories, tools and techniques for business analysis to organisational scenarios
Discuss, illustrate and apply design thinking to analytical activities.

Topics covered

- Nature of business, information systems and design thinking for Business IS analysis and problem solving.
- Systems Analysis Approaches and Techniques
- Business Analysis
- Business Analysis Methods and Techniques
- Issues & Challenges in Business Information Systems Analysis
- Methods and Techniques for Business Information Systems Analysis
- Information Systems Service Innovation: Implications for Business Managers

Entry requirements

Equivalent subjects

You should not enrol in this subject if you have successfully completed any of the following subject(s) because they are considered academically equivalent:

SWI-INF20002 (Not currently available)
SWI-CIS290 (Not currently available)

You must have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject:

one of

SWI-INF20003-Requirements Analysis and Modelling
SWI-INF10006 (Not currently available)

Others

In addition to INF20003 - students must also have completed 125 credit points (10 x subjects)

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Description

This subject was previously known as INF20002 Business Analysis and Modelling.

This subject aims to introduce students to business information systems analysis methodologies in an organisational context. It provides students with tools and techniques to assist in the analysis of complex, socio-technical problems that typify the nature of organisational information systems and the work of business and information analysts. The subject encompasses the technical, social and human dimensions of information systems problem solving and the value of teasing out the multiple perspectives and multiple objectives that are likely to exist in complex human problems situations and which can adversely impact information systems projects.

Please note: assessment values are indicative only, details will be advised at the start of the subject.

Assessments

Individual (20-30%)
Group (30-40%)
Invigilated Exam (30-50%)

Textbooks