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About
the University
Australia's
Top 3 University of Technology in the Asia-Pacific
Region” – Asia Week Magazine 2000
Established in 1887, RMIT
University’s (Australia)
mission is to be a world-class university at the
forefront of technical and professional education,
which develops people for employment. Its courses
are technologically oriented, client-focused,
creative, innovative and –above all–
practical. Twinning arrangements, distance education
and on-line learning mean that the university’s
programmes are available in a dozen countries
– and all at the same high standard as the
programme taught at the Melbourne
campuses. It works constantly on improving the
quality of teaching and learning processes.RMIT
University's graduates contribute substantially
to their professions and to the community because
they graduate from a tertiary institution of high
standing.
The
university’s graduates are ready for employment,
lifelong learning and active citizenship. They
are ready to contribute creatively, critically
and responsibly to their professions and to the
community because they are graduating from a new
kind of university for the twenty-first century.
For
more information about the university, log on
to http://www.rmit.edu.au
About
the Programme
The
Bachelor of Business (Computing) is offered to
students with Advanced Diploma in Info-Comm Technology
from Informatics or other equivalent qualifications.
The University awards all Professional Diploma
holders with the degree upon successful completion
of the on-campus modules.
This
programme is designed to provide students with
the necessary analytical, business and computing
skills and knowledge for the information technology
professional to effectively develop and manage
high quality business computing and information
systems in organizations. This programme is also
designed to meet the growing needs of the industry
for a new category of Information Technology professional.
Today’s employers are increasingly seeking
graduates with a sound understanding of business
background combined with the ability to develop
and manage business computing systems.
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Benefits of the Programme
- Learners
will be equipped with the relevant knowledge
and application of both IT and telecommunications
technologies
- Learners
will be able to harness the integration skills
of these IT, telecommunications and media technologies
- It
takes advantage of the global demand for info-Comm
professionals worldwide
- Professionals
and Executives in the marketing or other business
functions can enhance their career opportunities
specifically in the area of wireless technology
and its applications.
- Individuals
can gain credit transfer to degree studies in
the area of Information and Communication Technology.
- Cyber-learning
mode for learners who wish to study online
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Recognition
Upon
completion, RMIT University will award student
with the Bachelor of Business (Computing) certificate.
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Programme
Structure
Students
have to complete a total of 12 modules
INTE2103
E-Commerce & Technology 1
INTE2104
E-Commerce Technology 2
ISYS2369
Systems Analysis & Design 2
ISYS1017
Management of Computing Resources
ISYS1043
Systems Implementation 1
ISYS2050
Systems Implementation 2
ISYS1048
Decision Support Systems
ISYS2053
Business Database Development
COSC2292
Network Administration
COSC2293
Foundations of Data Communications & Network
COSC1216
Web Media Technology
On-campus
module
COSC1503
Computing, Ethics, Law & Marketing
INTE2103 E-Commerce & Technology 1
The overall aim is to provide students with an
initial appreciation of e-commerce and associated
technology. Students will be introduced in depth
to the World Wide Web and its basic tools, notably
HTML and JavaScript. They may also be introduced
briefly to some more advanced technologies such
as XML, ASP and PHP.
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INTE2104 E-Commerce Technology 2
Offers a first hand experience of some key E-Commerce
technologies. The emphasis will be on using Microsoft
ASP.NET, database connectivity (ADO.NET), XML
and Web services to create E-Commerce sites. The
focus is on the technology issues but some lectures
also review key e-business aspects (eg security,
payment systems, architectures, B2B, customer-service
and e-business models). Most of the coding will
be in ASP.NET using VB.NET but there will also
be brief mentions of C#.
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ISYS2369 Systems Analysis & Design 2
Develops an understanding of different system
development methodologies, with particular emphasis
on the Information Engineering method. Involves
a broader and more in-depth coverage of system
analysis and design within a larger organisation
and for more complex applications.
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ISYS1017 Management of Computing Resources
This module aims to assist students to develop
an understanding of contemporary issues in the
management of information systems and information
technology. Upon completion students will understand
the fundamental concepts and issues involved in
developing and managing the functioning of an
information systems organisational unit, with
reference to: business value of IT, strategic
IT, IT and business goals, IT as change agent,
IT infrastructure and communications, business
process re-engineering, managing systems development,
managing operating, end user computing project
management, outsourcing, change management, IT
education certification, professional development,
accountability social and ethical issues
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ISYS1043 Systems Implementation 1
This module provides knowledge and understanding
of system development using object technology,
and the context in which this technology can be
applied. This involves a coverage of systems planning,
analysis, design and implementation within larger
organisations and for complex applications.
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ISYS2050 Systems Implementation 2
This module gives students knowledge for building
enterprise applications. Students will develop
practical skills by designing and implementing
enterprise applications using a selected platform.
The course builds on the student’s knowledge
of object-oriented technology gained in ISYS1041
Systems Implementation 1.
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ISYS1048 Decision Support Systems
This module is intended
to develop an appreciation of business decision-making
issues and Decision Support Systems, including
the associated mathematical modelling techniques.
A key objective is the prepare students
for a managerial decision-making role industry.
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ISYS2053 Business Database Development
This module
presents database system development
concepts and techniques using MS Access
and Visual Basic. Topics include data
management, database design, queries,
introduction to SQL using Access and
VB, Interface design, forms, reports,
VB programming, structured programming
(principles and practice), programme
testing and documenting. Client/Server
Issues, ODBC and transaction processing.
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COSC2292 Network Administration
This
module is on Network Theory
and Support (Windows). It provides
the necessary practical and
theoretical background to become
a MCSE. This course covers material
necessary for Windowdules 2000
Administration and Enterprise
Server, and consists of three
Microsoft units.
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COSC2293 Data Communications
This module will
provide a broad introduction to the fundamentals
of data communications and network technology.
Emphasis is on higher aspects of data communications
from perspective of the computer scientist
and information technologist in the communication
of data, and the interaction of remote systems.
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COSC1216 Web Media Technology
This module is designed
to show an overview of the rich-media environment.
Rich-media is a new term used to define
the enhanced experience of information streaming
into the user via various modalities. It
is a superset of the conventional concepts
of multimedia and also incorporates interactivity,
multi-modality and contextual response.
The course will include detailed case-study
descriptions of some of the more innovative
developments in human-computer interaction.
The course also encourages the incorporation
of accessibility features in the form of
a multi-modal model of communication.
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COSC1503 Professional Computing Ethics, Law & Marketing
This module is an
introduction to computing ethics, law and
marketing. It is intended for IT students
who have not studied business principles,
or who have little work experience in the
industry. The course provides a survival
kit for IT graduates entering the work force.
The course considers computer ethical issues,
such as information privacy, computer crime,
computer terrorism. The course considers
the international legal framework available
to protect software system development.
This includes non-disclosure agreements,
employment contracts, intellectual property
law (copyright, patent, licensing, royalties),
trademarks and warranty disclaimers. The
course also considers the marketing of a
software system development, involving SWOT
analysis and action plan (including budget).
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16
months part time programme with 3 modules
per semester.
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Advancement Pathway
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The
assessment structure for this programme is by
assignments, project and examinations.
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Entry
Requirements
- Informatics
Advanced Diploma in Info-Comm Technology holder
(a minimum GPA credit must be met)
- Local
Polytechnic IT Diploma holder
- Other
equivalent qualifications / relevant IT diploma
holder (subject to acceptance by the University)
To
find out if your existing qualification meet the
entry requirement, email
us
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Contact
Us
Contact
us to find out more about our programmes.
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