Business Information Systems

Description

All modern businesses depend upon sophisticated information systems. These systems are used to support organizations day to day operations, provide information to assist with their decision making, and to enable them to plan strategically for the future. The vast amounts of gathered data can be analysed in order to gain competitive advantage, for example by personalising web pages to encourage customer retention. For businesses, the pace of technology led change over recent years has been stunning. They need employees who can help them take advantage of these opportunities: employees who have a thorough understanding of the capabilities of the technology as well as a sound knowledge of the operations of contemporary businesses. The Business Information Systems degree is specifically designed to integrate these crucial and exciting subject areas, while at the same time developing the skills needed in all walks of life, such as critical thinking, problem solving, communication, organisation and time keeping.

The Business Information Systems degree combines material on computing, information technology and business and is designed for students who either envisage a career designing and implementing computer based systems in a business environment, or who wish to become consultants or managers with a full knowledge of what information systems can do for business. The degree is delivered using modules from both the School of Computing Sciences and the Norwich Business School. The course has a compulsory first year that develops your basic skills in business and information systems. In the second and third years you can choose the balance between computing and business that is most suitable to your interests and your career aspirations. You will complete a substantial individually supervised research project in your final year. The majority of our graduates gain related employment in IT or management consultancy, programming or business analysis. The degree is accredited by the BCS (The Chartered Institute for IT), the level of exemptions being determined by the modules that a student selects. This external validation ensures that the content of the degree is up to date and that high quality teaching and learning standards are maintained.

Detailed Course Facts

• EUR 10560 Year (EEA)

Home/EU £9,000; International £12,300

• English

Course Content

Year 1

The first year is made up of fundamental material from the business, organisational behaviour, accounting and computing areas. The aim is to equip students with the knowledge, skills and study habits for the advanced study undertaken in years two and three. All modules are taught through lectures and a combination of seminars and/or laboratory sessions as appropriate. The Computer Systems module is assessed by coursework alone; all other modules are assessed by a combination of coursework and end of year examination.

Year 2

The second year has only two compulsory modules, Systems Analysis and Database Systems. These explore topics central to the development of information systems. Students are able to customise their degree programme by selecting three modules from an option range that allows them to both further their knowledge from year one and broaden their studies. Options include topics such as Software Engineering, Further Computing Systems, Statistics, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Legal Issues in Business, Principles of Marketing, and Operations Strategy and Management. The majority of these modules are assessed by coursework and examination. The free choice option permits students to choose a subject from any School in the University, for example psychology, film studies, or a language. You may, of course decide to use your free choice to cover more business or computing topics. The aim of year two is to cover knowledge and skills appropriate for professionals in the area.

Year 3

The third year has a compulsory individual project and two compulsory modules covering Systems Engineering and Organisational Information Systems. The year long project draws on knowledge and skill gained throughout the degree programme and often involves local businesses. Its focus is decided by the student in liaison with their chosen supervisor. The project also provides an opportunity to gain research oriented skills and to practise valuable transferable skills, such as report writing and oral presentation. Assessment for the project includes a variety of oral and written reporting methods but no examination. Optional modules for year three include Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Behavioural Aspects of Marketing, Management Consulting, Informational Retrieval, and Networks. A further free choice is also available.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 TOEFL iBT® test : 78

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Requirements

• Qualification: BTEC National Diploma: DDM
• A Level: ABB
• International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall inc. 3 HL subjects at Grade 6
• Scottish Highers: AABBB
• Scottish Advanced Highers: ABB
• Irish Leaving Certificate: AABBBB
• Access Course: See below
• European Baccalaureate: 75% overall

Students for whom English is a Foreign language

We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading). Recognised English Language qualifications include:

• IELTS: 6. overall (minimum 5.5 in any component)
• TOEFL: Internet-based score of 78 overall (minimum 20 in Speaking component, 17 in Writing and Listening components and 18 in Reading components.
• PTE: 55 overall (minimum 51 in any component).

If you do not meet the University's entry requirements, our INTO Language Learning Centre offers a range of university preparation courses to help you develop the high level of academic and English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study.

Interviews

The majority of candidates will not be called for an interview. However, for some students an interview will be requested. These are normally quite informal and generally cover topics such as your current studies, reasons for choosing the course and your personal interests and extra-curricular activities.

Gap Year

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year, believing that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry and may wish to contact the appropriate Admissions Office directly to discuss this further.

Special Entry Requirements

We ask our applicants to have at least one of the following A Levels (or equivalent): Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computing, Electronics, Economics or a Business related subject.

Intakes

The School's annual intake is in September of each year.

Alternative Qualifications

We encourage you to apply if you have alternative qualifications equivalent to our stated entry requirement. Please contact us for further information.

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 36 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 9 credits at Level 3, including 12 Level 3 credits in either Mathematics, Science, Business or Economics related subjects.

GCSE Offer

Students are required to have Mathematics and English Language at minimum of Grade C or above at GCSE Level.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

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