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BSc(Hons) Business Information Systems

This course develops your understanding of the business challenges of an enterprise, and your ability to conceive and manage solutions which are increasingly ICT-dependent. You will incorporate your skills in problem-solving and information systems modeling with your knowledge of business processes and environments.

Awarded by the University of Westminster UK

Recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka

Accredited by the BCS, UK

Next Intake

September, 2021

Intakes - January/September

Duration

4 Years (Full Time)

Associated Careers

Business Analyst
Database Administrator
Information Systems Manager
IT Consultant

Management Consultant
Project Manager
QA Engineer
Data Analyst

Course Outline

This course will give you a clear perspective of the current nature and practice of business information systems. In Year 1 you will be introduced to the main fundamental concepts and in Year 2 and Year 3 you will follow the specialized topics which interest you most. You will also participate in some modules offered by Westminster Business School.

Year 01
Year 02
Year 03 - Industrial Placement
Year 04

Core Modules

Database Design and Implementation
Business Computing
Business Mathematics
Web Design and Development
Requirements Modelling
Business Information Systems Concepts

Award of Certificate of Higher Education available

Core Modules

BIS Design and Architecture
BIS Development (work-based learning)
Agile Project
Management & Professional Experience
Information Technology Security
Database Systems

Optional Modules

Business Analytics
Server-side Web Development
Mobile Application Development
HCI & Usability
Service Operation Management
[Westminster Elective]

Award of Diploma of Higher Education available

A 12 month placement period is compulsory between years 2 and 4. This experience will give you additional practical skills and a competitive edge in the job market. This mandatory placement will not only empower a student with a degree but also with the necessary work experience. With this added advantage, IIT students have a 100% employment assurance and are most often selected for high income employment at renowned organisations.

Core Modules

Strategic Management of Information Systems
Information Driven Entrepreneurship & Enterprises
Final Year Project

Optional Modules

Customer Relationship & Change Management (CRM & CM) with Business Intelligence
Data visualisation and Dash boarding
Big Data Analytics
Cyber Security
Digital Marketing, Social Media and Web Analytics
Usability Testing

Entry Requirements

Students should obtain a minimum of 3 passes at the GCE Advanced Level or Foundation Certificate in Higher Education and obtain a minimum of 6 passes in the GCE Ordinary Level with Credit passes in English & Mathematics.