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Information Systems Capstone Project (ISYS90119)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject provides final semester Master of Information Systems (MIS) students with the opportunity to undertake an industry-based project to demonstrate and apply their knowledge and skills in Information Systems. Students will work in a group of four to solve specific problems experienced by their industry client. Each group will be allocated an academic mentor.
The subject involves in-depth investigations of a business problem in the real world and the proposal of a solution that may involve information systems and/or business process reengineering. The proposed solution should offer economic, environmental, and social benefits to the client organisation and their stakeholders. Typical project tasks include defining project requirements, researching relevant literature, designing, and evaluating a solution, and communicating project outcomes to the industry client, practitioners, academics, and the general public.
While undertaking the project, students will need to demonstrate an understanding of IS professional practice, ethical conduct, and sustainability considerations.

Please note - this subject must be completed in the last semester of study.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • ILO 1 - Integrate Information Systems theories, frameworks, and management to address real-world problems
  • ILO 2 - Apply critical thinking and analytical skills in investigating a real-world problem and identifying an effective solution
  • ILO 3 - Communicate with practitioners effectively and professionally
  • ILO 4 - Integrate into the project IS professional practice, ethical conduct, and sustainability considerations.

Generic skills

  • The ability to apply knowledge of Information Systems to solve complex problems
  • Capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry, and self-directed learning
  • The ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution
  • The ability to function effectively as an individual and in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team member
  • The ability to plan work and to use time effectively
  • Understanding of the principles of sustainable design and development
  • Openness to new ideas and unconventional critiques of received wisdom
  • The ability to comprehend complex concepts and effectively communicate this understanding
  • The ability to function effectively in a professional Information Systems environment
  • The ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders and the community at large

Last updated: 2 July 2024