Information Economy and Society (ISYS90097)

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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.

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
  • Apply the professional codes of conduct and ethical standards as they pertain to 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: 3 July 2024

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
ISYS90050 IT Project and Change Management
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
 12.5

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: 3 July 2024

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Written assignment - a case study on the topic of the information economy, completed in teams of two students requiring approximately 20 - 25 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. 

  • 2000 words
Week 520%

Group assessment / project - an analytical report, based on a discussion topic, completed in teams of 4-5 students requiring approximately 30 - 35 hours of work per student. This project is due end-term and is of approximately 300 words (addressing ILO's 1 and 2). 

  • 30-35 hours (of work required)
Week 1030%

A written assignment of 3,500 words requiring approximately 70 - 75 hours of work (addressing ILO's 1 to 3). Comprising 2 parts: Part 1: A proposal and overview of a case with a problem the student would like to solve. Due week 8 (15%). Part 2: Inclusive of part 1 and an analysis and recommendation for solving the case. Due after swot vac (35%).

  • 3500 words
Week 8 and during the exam period 50%

Last updated: 3 July 2024

Dates & times

Not available in 2023

Time commitment details

200 hours

Last updated: 3 July 2024

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.

    Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants

    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: 3 July 2024