Master of Information Systems (MC-IS) // Attributes, outcomes and skills

Intended learning outcomes

A graduate of the MIS should:

• Have developed a sound knowledge and understanding of the discipline of Information Systems
• Have acquired skills that will enable them to manage and change business processes through information and communications technology (ICT) and information systems.
• Have a broad business and real world perspective together with experience in applying business communication, interpersonal, and team skills to real situations.
• Have developed and demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills to apply information system theory to ICT management practice
• Have gained professional practice knowledge within the real world of IT Management through the industry links of staff teaching in the program
• Have developed skills and had experience in communication of ICT issues to justify, critically evaluate and explain real-world situations leading to IT management decisions
• Be able to demonstrate an understanding of professional codes of conduct and ethical standards
• Have advanced knowledge of research principles and methods in Information Systems

Generic skills

On completion of the course:

• Have the ability to demonstrate advanced independent critical enquiry, analysis and reflection
• Have a strong sense of intellectual integrity and the ethics of scholarship
• Have in-depth knowledge of their specialist area
• Reach a high level of achievement in writing, research or project activities, problem-solving and communication
• Be critical and creative thinkers, with an aptitude for continued self-directed learning
• Be able to examine critically, synthesise and evaluate knowledge across a broad range of disciplines
• Have a set of flexible and transferable skills for different types of employment
• Be able to initiate and implement constructive change in their communities, including professions and workplaces

Graduate attributes