Course coordinator
Associate Professor Saeed Akhlaghpour
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Business School
Uses of information systems in organisations, management of information systems. Overview of computers and information systems; information systems development, implementation and operation. Practical experience with spreadsheets, database management and other business applications software for business problems.
Information systems play a central role in numerous ways in an organisation, and they are the lifeblood of any organisation. In your career your ability to understand, but also to improve and optimise information systems in organisations and society in general is a fundamental skill to possess. The knowledge taught in this course will provide you with the ability to sense, respond and create change using information systems to build value for your organisation.
BISM7202 (Information Systems for Management) introduces students to information systems, their use, and various related management (business process management and business analytics), design (IS development), and strategic (digital and shared economy) considerations within the business world and context. The course will provide students with a broad understanding of the role information systems play in modern organisations, how they enable organisations to improve efficiency and effectiveness, as well as how they evolve to address dynamic needs. The course will also enable students to reason about the impact that technology has more broadly on business operations. Students will also gain practical skills in using applications to solve business problems, including using Microsoft Excel to capture relevant business data and analyse information to support decision-making within organisations.
Course requirements
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
BISM1201, MGTS1201, MGTS7202
Restrictions
QUOTA: Minimum of 15 enrolments
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Associate Professor Saeed Akhlaghpour
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Please note: Teaching staff do not have access to the timetabling system to help with class allocation. Therefore, should you need help with your timetable and/or allocation of classes, please ensure you email business.mytimetable@uq.edu.au from your UQ student email account with the following details:
- Full name
- Student ID
- Course Code
Aims and outcomes
The use of information systems continues to transform organisations. These entities need professionals that have both a strong theoretical understanding and tangible practical skills in applying, improving and adapting information systems. This course aims to alert students to the relevance of information systems within the business world through an exploration of topical issues, including the digital economy, business process management, information systems development, and business analytics.ﾠ It will also develop students’ information systems literacy through theoretical exploration and practical use of applications such as Microsoft Excel, and help students develop an ongoing interest in exploring new possibilities and to gain the confidence to face future challenges in a global digitalised world.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Apply theoretical knowledge of information systems fundamentals as well as the latest trends in information systems and technology practice in your future careers.
LO2.
Analyse and critically evaluate the impacts (including ethical and sustainability impacts) information systems (including artificial intelligence) have on individuals, organisations, and society as a whole.
LO3.
Demonstrate a basic level of knowledge of the different types of information systems such as artificial intelligence and data analytics tools.
LO4.
Understand the importance of information systems as knowledge, decision and business intelligence tools for managers.
LO5.
Develop skills to make informed decisions on the development and installation of new information systems and the upgrade of existing information systems, including the development of spreadsheets to support business decision-making.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Project, Reflection |
MS Excel Assignment and Reflective Essay
|
45% |
26/05/2025 5:00 pm |
| Examination |
Invigilated End of Semester Examination
|
55% |
End of Semester Exam Period 7/06/2025 - 21/06/2025 |
Assessment details
MS Excel Assignment and Reflective Essay
- Mode
- Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia, Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Project, Reflection
- Weight
- 45%
- Due date
26/05/2025 5:00 pm
- Other conditions
- Longitudinal.
- Learning outcomes
- L03, L04
Task description
A foundational Excel Spreadsheet is provided for students to modify and update to meet the challenges presented in the Case Specification.
The assignment MUST be done individually. The assignment may also include self-learning components that cover content/knowledge not present in the tutorials. It is expected that the student will undertake their own research to master this component.
Assessment Criteria may include Formulas & Functions, PivotTables, PivotCharts, and Charts, Database & Advanced Functions, What-if Analysis, Solver, General Aspects, Reflections Quality, and other relevant measures. More details will be provided on Blackboard.
As part of the assignment, students will write an essay and share their reflections on the process of developing the solution.
AI Statement:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) provides emerging tools that may support students in completing this assessment task. Students may appropriately use AI in completing this assessment task. Students must reference any use of AI in each instance. A failure to reference generative AI use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
The assignment must be submitted electronically (as a compressed file) via the Blackboard Assessment link.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Invigilated End of Semester Examination
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 55%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
7/06/2025 - 21/06/2025
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05
Task description
The assessment covers the content of the lectures and any extra materials provided. This exam will be scheduled by the Examinations Office.
This exam is a closed book, invigilated, paper-based exam as required by UQ and Professional Accounting organisations.
AI Statement:
This exam is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of Generative AI may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Calculator options | (In person) Casio FX82 series only or UQ approved and labelled calculator |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 29 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 2 (Fail) | 30 - 46 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 47 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
Additional course grading information
Grades will be allocated according to University-wide standards of criterion-based assessment.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 |
Lecture |
Course Overview and Introduction IS and your career; Course Overview; Course Assessment; Introduction to the Course. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
Week 2 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial 1: Introduction to Excel Creating and Formatting a Worksheet Learning outcomes: L02, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Digital/Shared Economy (DSE) - Introduction Introduction to Electronic Commerce; The Digital Marketplace; Social Media and Social Business; Business Relationships: Working Together. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 3 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial 2: Formulas and Functions Performing Quantitative Analysis Learning outcomes: L02, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Digital/Shared Economy (DSE) - Sharing Economy Social Media in Practice; Business need; Collaborative Commerce; Crowdfunding; Crowdsourcing. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 4 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial 3: Charts Depicting Data Visually. Learning outcomes: L02, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Digital/Shared Economy - Technology Impacts Innovation - Definition and Context; Assessing the Impact of IT-based Innovations; Digital Disruption; Cloud-based Computing; Virtual Assistants; Pipelines and Digital Platforms Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 5 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial 4: Datasets and Tables Managing Large Volumes of Data Learning outcomes: L02, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Business Process Management(BPM)-Introduction Overview of Business Processes; Business Process Management; Quality Management and Business Processes; Business Process Automation; Artificial Intelligence and Decision Aids Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 6 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial 5: Subtotals, Pivottables, and PivotCharts Summarising and Analysing Learning outcomes: L02, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Business Process Management (BPM) - Advanced Best Practices and ERP; Introduction to Business Process Modelling. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
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Week 7 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial 6: What-if Analysis Using Decision-Making Tools Learning outcomes: L02, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Developing Information Systems(IS)-Introduction Information systems development defined; IS development methodologies; Different IS development approaches; The make-or-buy decision. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 8 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial 7: Specialised Functions Using Date, Logical, Statistical, Financial Functions Good Friday Public Holiday - Friday 18 April 2025 - Check Blackboard for announcements about affected classes. Learning outcomes: L02, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Developing Information Systems(IS) - Use Cases User stories and Use Case diagrams. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Mid-sem break |
No student involvement (Breaks, information) |
In-Semester Break |
Week 9 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial 8: Additional Specialised Functions Using Text, Database, and Lookup Functions Learning outcomes: L02, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Developing Information Systems(IS)-Agile Method Agile development approaches and eXtreme Programming; An introduction to Scrum. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 10 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial 9: Dive Deep and Statistical Functions Review previous tutorials and Analysing Statistics Labour Day Public Holiday - Monday 5 May 2025 - Check Blackboard for announcements about affected classes. Learning outcomes: L02, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Guest Lecturer - Details TBA |
|
Week 11 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial 10: Multiple Sheet Workbook Management Ensuring Quality Control Learning outcomes: L02, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Business Analytics (BA) - Introduction Know what we know? Introduction to analytics; Managing the Data Resource; Decision-making AI systems. Learning outcomes: L01, L03, L04 |
|
Week 12 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial 11: Power Add-Ins Managing Data Learning outcomes: L02, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Business Analytics(BA)-Ethics, Privacy&Social Data Wrangling : Garbage In, Garbage Out?; Big Data and Analysis; Data Privacy and Data Breach; Ethics and Society; Future issues. Learning outcomes: L01, L03, L04 |
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Week 13 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial 12: Exam Preparation + Future Skills: VBA and Macros Develop VBA scripts and macros; Exam Preparation Hints and Tips Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Course Review & Exam Revision In this lecture we review the course content and undertake various activities and exercises to apply the learned knowledge. We also go over the exam rules and hints and tips for success in the final exam. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
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