Bachelor of Information Technology - Business Information Systems

Murdoch University

New technological developments are driving radical change in many industries, and with a Bachelor of Information Technology, you could help drive this change.

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.

To broaden your skills and career opportunities, you could study this major alongside another Bachelor of Information Technology major. You could also enhance your future prospects with great scholarships like the $15,000 Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship Program. This scholarship can lead to networking opportunities with industry professionals and career opportunities before you graduate.