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Information Economy and Society (ISYS90097)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2022
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Overview
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AIMS
This subject will focus on the patterns of IT spending in organisations, particularly strategies to reduce IT costs, increase information productivity and enhance Knowledge Capital.
Students enrolled in the Master of Information Systems with a weighted average mark of at least 75% and 5 years of documented experience in information systems-related work can take ISYS90097 Information Economy and Society subject to approval from the Coordinator of the Master of Information Systems.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
This subject discusses key themes relevant to Chief Information Officers (CIOs) in the context of the Information Economy such as the theory of Knowledge Capital, economic growth and the role of technological progress, Knowledge Valuation, outsourcing and profits, and Insurance for IT Risks.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject the student is expected to:
- Have developed a sound knowledge and understanding of the role of Information Economy and Society in the management practice of Information Systems in Organisations
- Have developed and applied skills in critical thinking and systems analysis to identify, evaluate and/or communicate strategic and operational issues related to the Information Economy and Society
- Can demonstrate an understanding of professional codes of conduct and ethical standards as they apply in the Information Economy and Society
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should have developed the following generic skills:
- High level of development: collaborative learning; problem solving; team work; interpretation and analysis; critical thinking
- Moderate level of development: oral communication; written communication
Last updated: 12 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into one of the following:
- SC-ITMEXEC Specialist Certificate in IT Management (Executive)
- GC-ITMEXEC Graduate Certificate in IT Management (Executive)
- MC-ITMEXEC Master of IT Management (Executive)
OR
Permission of the IT Management Course Coordinator.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 12 November 2022
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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A case study on the topic of the Information Economy, completed in teams of two students requiring approximately 30 - 35 hours of work per student. This project is due mid-term and is of approximately 2000 words. Addresses Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO's) 1 to 3.
| Week 5 | 25% |
An analytical report, based on a case study, completed in teams of 2 students requiring approximately 30 - 35 hours of work per student. This project is due end-term and is of approximately 2000 words (addressing ILO's 1 and 2).
| Week 9 | 25% |
A written assignment of 2,500 words requiring approximately 70 - 75 hours of work (addressing ILO's 1 to 3).
| Week 9 | 50% |
Last updated: 12 November 2022
Dates & times
Not available in 2022
Time commitment details
200 hours
Last updated: 12 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Recommended texts and other resources
None
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 12 November 2022