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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Information Systems are made up of hardware, software, data, procedures and people. Management Information Systems (MIS) is the development and use of information systems that help businesses achieve their goals and objectives. While businesses can purchase hardware and software that may be generally available to all organisations, it is how these components are used together with the data, procedures and people in an organisation that could provide businesses with a competitive advantage.
In this unit students will examine some of the underlying issues in the use and development of information systems across a number of industry types and organisational functions, enabling students to gain an appreciation of how information systems support business strategy. This includes the role of the Internet and emerging technologies. The unit will also examine the ethical, social, cultural, international and legal implications of information systems.
Unit was previously coded MIS1100, MIS1600
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This unit will be taught through an interactive lecture process, whereby students will be asked to answer questions, and the ensuing discussion will lead the learning and teaching. The use of cases, study aids, and quizzes will enhance student learning. The laboratory sessions will allow students to apply theory learned in the lectures, as well as encouraging students to make oral and written presentations. The Internet will be a key resource for students, and they will use BlackBoard to access updates, articles, and other unit-related material.
Students studying in off campus mode will access the program via Blackboard and regular on line access is required. Students need to be actively engaged in the unit by reading the required readings, listening to the recorded lectures and participating in the postings on the tutorial Question and Answer boards on Blackboard.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Participation | Participation in Labs/Tutorials | 15% |
| Test | On-line open book quiz | 15% |
| Assignment | A portfolio of short exercises (e.g. short essay, report or web page, based on laboratories/tutorials and lectures). | 30% |
| Examination | Examination | 40% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Participation | Contributions to the weekly tutorial question & answer boards | 15% |
| Test | On-line open book quiz | 15% |
| Assignment | A portfolio of short exercises (e.g. short essay, report or web page, based on laboratories/tutorials and lectures). | 30% |
| Examination | Examination | 40% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Information Systems are made up of hardware, software, data, procedures and people. Management Information Systems (MIS) is the development and use of information systems that help businesses achieve their goals and objectives. While businesses can purchase hardware and software that may be generally available to all organisations, it is how these components are used together with the data, procedures and people in an organisation that could provide businesses with a competitive advantage.
In this unit students will examine some of the underlying issues in the use and development of information systems across a number of industry types and organisational functions, enabling students to gain an appreciation of how information systems support business strategy. This includes the role of the Internet and emerging technologies. The unit will also examine the ethical, social, cultural, international and legal implications of information systems.
Unit was previously coded MIS1100, MIS1600
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This unit will be taught through an interactive lecture process, whereby students will be asked to answer questions, and the ensuing discussion will lead the learning and teaching. The use of cases, study aids, and quizzes will enhance student learning. The laboratory sessions will allow students to apply theory learned in the lectures, as well as encouraging students to make oral and written presentations. The Internet will be a key resource for students, and they will use BlackBoard to access updates, articles, and other unit-related material.
Students studying in off campus mode will access the program via Blackboard and regular on line access is required. Students need to be actively engaged in the unit by reading the required readings, listening to the recorded lectures and participating in the postings on the tutorial Question and Answer boards on Blackboard.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Participation | Participation in Labs/Tutorials | 15% |
| Test | On-line open book quiz | 15% |
| Assignment | A portfolio of short exercises (e.g. short essay, report or web page, based on laboratories/tutorials and lectures). | 30% |
| Examination | Examination | 40% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Participation | Contributions to the weekly tutorial question & answer boards | 15% |
| Test | On-line open book quiz | 15% |
| Assignment | A portfolio of short exercises (e.g. short essay, report or web page, based on laboratories/tutorials and lectures). | 30% |
| Examination | Examination | 40% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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