BSc (Hons) Business Information Systems

Whether you are interested in working for someone else or starting your own business, this degree aims to give you the managerial skills required to succeed in today's service sector. Combining the best of both world, this course will equip you with cutting edge business management skills as well as information technology support to manage any business.

Course structure:

The 3-year BSc (Hons) Business Information Systems is specifically designed to provide students with a sound theoretical and practical knowledge of all the key business-related areas.

Bachelor Year 1		Bachelor Year 2		Bachelor Year 3
Duration: 9 months		Duration: 9 months		Duration: 12 months
Modules: - Principles of Marketing - Web Application Programming with PHP - Introduction to Software Development - Principles of Management - Principles of Information Systems - Quantitative Methods - Database Management - Principles of Accounting		Modules: - Wireless Application Programming with Java/4th - Electronic Commerce - Networking Architecture & Security Network - System Analysis & Design - Internet Database Applications - Management Information Systems - Research Methods - Project Work		Modules: - Information Systems Project   - Information Systems in Business   - Information Systems Project Management  - Professional and Ethical Issues - Network Management *Subject to Validation
Intake Jan / Apr / July / Oct		Intake Jan / Apr / July / Oct		Intake Feb / Jun / Oct
Delivery		Delivery		Delivery
This is a 9-months programme, comprising 3 terms. Each term is of 12 weeks duration, including 11 weeks of formal class time and independent study. Formal class time will consist of 2 hours of lectures and 3 hours of tutorials per week. Examination will be held on week 12. Students will take 2or 3 modules per term.		This is a 9-months programme, comprising 3 terms. Each term is of 12 weeks duration, including 11 weeks of formal class time and independent study. Formal class time will consist of 2 hours of lectures and 3 hours of tutorials per week. Examination will be held on week 12. Students will take 2or 3 modules per term.		This is a 12-months program comprising of 2 semester. Each semester is of 6 months duration.
Entry requirements		Entry requirements		Entry requirements
Singaporean / PR * EASB Foundation Programme OR * 2 GCE 'A' levels with pass in General Paper OR * 5 GCE 'O' levels with pass in English (Grades 1-6) OR * 3 GCE 'O' levels with pass in English (Grades 1-6) and minimum 3 years working relevant experience AND * All applicants must be 17 years of age at time of application International Students * EASB Foundation Programme OR * High School certificate or equivalent * Proficiency in English Language AND * All applicants must be 17 years of age at time of application		Singaporean / PR * EASB Year 1 in Business Management OR * Equivalent academic qualification from a recognised higher learning institution International Students * EASB Year 1 in Business Management OR * Equivalent academic qualification from a recognised higher learning institution * Proficiency in English Language		Singaporean / PR * EASB Year 2 in Business Information Systems OR * Relevant Polytechnic Diploma International Students * EASB Year 2 in Business Information Systems OR * Equivalent academic qualification from a recognised higher learning institution * Proficiency in English Lanaguage (Minimum EASB ETEDP Level 3/IELTS 6.0/TOEFL 550)
Assessment and Awards		Assessment and Awards		Assessment and Awards
Assessment for most modules comprise of coursework (30%) and a 3 hours written examination (70%) towards the end of the term. The coursework may include case study analysis, review of published journals or conference articles, laboratory assignments, research reports and tutorial participation.		Assessment for each module comprises coursework (30%) and a written examination (70%). The coursework may include case study analysis, review of published journals or conference articles, laboratory assignments, research reports and tutorial participation.		Assessment for most modules are a mix of assignment, project or exam based. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be awarded the Glasgow Caledonian University, BSc in Business Information  Management Degree.
Fees		Fees		Fees
International Students Full Time Course Fees SG$6,300.00 Examination Fees SG$1,050.00 Application and Enrolment SG$300.00 Sponsorship SG$300.00 Escrow Bank Charge / Insurance Charge SG$300.00 Total SG$8,250.00 Singaporean Students Full Time Course Fees SG$6,300.00 Examination Fees SG$1,050.00 Application and Enrolment SG$150.00 Total SG$7,500.00 Part Time Course Fees SG$4,500.00 Examination Fees SG$1,050.00 Application and Enrolment SG$150.00 Total SG$5,700.00 *All prices are subject to prevailing GST of 7%		International Students Full Time Course Fees SG$7,400.00 Examination Fees SG$1,050.00 Application and Enrolment SG$300.00 Sponsorship SG$300.00 Escrow Bank Charge / Insurance Charge SG$300.00 Total SG$9,350.00 Singaporean Students Full Time Course Fees SG$7,400.00 Examination Fees SG$1,050.00 Application and Enrolment SG$150.00 Total SG$8,600.00 Part Time Course Fees SG$5,200.00 Examination Fees SG$1,050.00 Application and Enrolment SG$150.00 Total SG$6,400.00 *All prices are subject to prevailing GST of 7%		International Students Full Time Course Fees SG$10,800.00 Examination Fees SG$1,600.00 Application and Enrolment SG$300.00 Sponsorship SG$300.00 Escrow Bank Charge / Insurance Charge SG$300.00 Total SG$13,300.00 Singaporean Students Full Time Course Fees SG$10,800.00 Examination Fees SG$1,600.00 Application and Enrolment SG$150.00 Total SG$12,550.00 Part Time CourseFees SG$9,800.00 Examination Fees SG$1,600.00 Application and Enrolment SG$150.00 Total SG$11,550.00 *All prices are subject to prevailing GST of 7% * Subject to Matriculation by University

Module Synopsis

Bachelor Year 1

Principles of Information System

This module provides an introduction to information systems and information technology for business students to help them to learn how to use and manage information technologies, conduct electronic commerce, improve decision-making, and gain competitive advantage in the marketplace. It therefore emphasizes on the role of Internet technologies as a technology platform for electronic business, commerce, and collaboration within and among corporations. The aim of this unit is to introduce you to the concepts and methods of business information technology and its application to practical business situations.

Principles of Accounting

This module will cover the principles and mechanics of preparing financial statements. Topics include the accounting equation, double entry recording system, accounting standards, valuation and measurement of assets and liabilities, financial statements, statement of cash flow and financial ratio analysis

Principles of Management

This module covers the contemporary trends in management and organizations. You will be introduced to the key topics in management and organizations including managing in today’s world, foundation of planning and decision making, basic organization design, human resource management, managing change and innovation, communication and interpersonal skills, foundation of control, as well as technology and operation.

Principles of Marketing

Marketing is part of all of our lives and touches us in some way every day.  To be successful each company that deals with customers on a daily basis must not only be customer-driven, but customer-obsessed.  The best way to achieve this objective is to develop a sound marketing function within the organization.  Marketing is a key factor in business success and generates the revenue for the firm.  The marketing function not only deals with the production and distribution of products and services, but it also is concerned with the ethical and social responsibility functions found in the domestic and global environment.  Marketers must also be aware of customer value and customer satisfaction and make these concepts a central part of the firm’s strategic plan. This module provides the foundation of marketing concept and principles.

Introduction to Software Development

Information systems depend on software resources to help end users use computer hardware to transform data resources into a variety of information products.  Software is needed to accomplish the input, processing, output, storage, and control activities of information systems.  Computer software development is only possible with knowledge in computer programming.  The aim of this module is to provide you with a positive introduction to programming and related problem solving skills. It is assumed that you have little or no previous experience of programming. Object-oriented programming concepts will be the foundation on which you will develop your programming and related problem-solving skills and will assist you to understand the important features of the programming language.

Database Management

The aims of this course are to provide the student with an understanding of database applications, technology, the database environment, and the role of database applications in support of the enterprise. The focus is the use and design of databases using relational database technology. Through this course, the student will develop an appreciation of the application of database systems for businesses. The course covers theoretical foundations of database technology allowing the student to understand and learn from the possible problems that might arise with poorly designed and implemented databases. The important database language SQL (Structured Query Language) is covered in depth to allow the student to appreciate its potential and limitations. An introduction is provided to usage of MySQL, database implementation issues, and emerging database technology

Web Application Programming with PHP

Web Application Programming with PHP is designed to teach students in creating database-driven websites using PHP and MySQL. This course covers the fundamentals of programming in PHP and Web-related issues such as linking a series of forms together into a session, maintaining state , cookies, security and other matters. Students are also taught PHP's interfacing to relational databases, with a particular study of MySQL.

Quantitative Methods

This module covers the principles behind quantitative methods. Quantitaive issues play a very important part in all our lives, as citizens, as consumers, and as employees or employers. Understanding Quantitative terminology and quantitative principles, concepts and tools can assist us to make more effective decisions in our personal and professional lives. In this subject, you will be introduced to some of the key concepts in business quantitative methdos. The key to success in the subject lies in understanding and applying the concepts. Such effort will also lead to maximum long-term ability to utilise these tools and principles more effectively. Quantitative Methods provides a foundation for all quantitative modules in the business management advanced diplomas and undergraduate degrees.

Bachelor Year 2

Management Information System

The focus of this module is on providing the business students with a fundamental knowledge of management information systems development and implementation in business.  It looks at the basic tools and techniques for analyzing, designing, implementing, and reviewing information.  Most of all, it aims to produce students with an understanding of a set of core skills all analysts need to know.

Systems Design & Analysis

System Design & Analysis is an introductory module designed for the diploma level or the first year of an undergraduate degree program in computing. This module covers the key concepts of analysing and designing object-oriented systems. Unified Modelling language or UML is the current industry standard used in the design of computer based systems will be taught in this module. More specifically, the various diagramming concepts of UML will be taught. In addition to UML, the fundamentals of software project management will also be covered in this module. Contemporary Issues relating to software project management will also be discussed in this module

E-Commerce

The Internet has rapidly become the primary commerce and communications medium for virtually every industry, large or small.  Global competition, laws, ethics, security, privacy, and consumer preferences are among the issues being impacted by ecommerce.  Today, we enjoy the growing success of business-to-consumer, business-to-business, and business-to-government interfaces.  Each interface requires effective websites, regular maintenance and upgrades, and bandwidth and ISPs that will accommodate the growing volume of business with minimum delay.  The impact of the Web on business is far-reaching and unique.  The process requires redefining business models, changing corporate culture, reinventing business processes, and establishing reliable customer service. This module provides an overview of e-commerce, a field that continues to evolve as companies look to the Internet for solutions to problems and opportunities for new business.  The module will examine the Internet and the World Wide Web, with technologies that define the infrastructure of ecommerce.

Networking Architecture and Security Network

This subject provides an introduction to the fundamentals of internet-working infrastructure, network technology and network security.

Internet Database Application

The power of the Internet lies in the dynamism of its content.  This module focuses on the practical implementation of Web development to turn dynamic data into information.  Students will be able to develop web pages that access and maintain dynamic data residing in database systems and via Web Services.  Students will also gain the understanding of distributed (multi-tiers) application deployment architecture, using Web Services. The aim of this unit is to equip you for the development of web applications supported with database systems, Remote Procedures and Web Services.

Wireless Application Programming with Java/4th GL

Wireless Application Programming with Java/4th GL is designed to increase the breadth and depth of knowledge and practical skills of students in the wireless field. This course is divided into two parts. The first part is designed to extend the students understanding of programming principles. In particular knowledge of Java data types, statements, branching, iteration, arrays and lists, designing classes, interfaces and polymorphism, inheritance, I/O and file streams, sorting and searching and advanced GUI design are covered. The students apply this knowledge in the solving of practical problems. The strength and weaknesses of the techniques are also considered.

Research Methods

This course serves as an introduction to educational research. It aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply the scientific method and to design research projects in their chosen discipline. Students will become familiar with a range of research tools and methodologies, gain an understanding of quantitative and qualitative approaches to important research related issues, and enhance their oral and written skills in relation to research. The assignments take students through the process of producing a research proposal which forms the basis for commencing a research program and into the implementation of field-work data collection and analysis using SPSS.

Bachelor Year 3

Information Systems Project Management

This module provides students with the practical skills and theoretical background to undertake self managed projects and to assist in the management of team efforts. The emphasis is on recognising that in recent years there is a "software crisis".  This module aims to equip the student with informed opinion on some of the various solutions to this crisis currently proposed for more effective management of projects involving Information Systems.

 Professional and Ethical Issues in Information Systems

The content of this module covers the principle social, legal and ethical concerns associated with IT management, both with respect to managing and employing people within the industry, and to the ethical dimensions of the use and development of information systems and their impact on the private individual and the employees of an organisation. 
The module content covers many of the objectives of the British Computer Society’s Diploma in Professional Issues in Information Systems Practice (vers 2)

Network Management

The provision and management of IT services is a key business resource. This module is designed to equip the student with an appreciation and understanding of the skills necessary in managing an IT services department. This includes an examination and evaluation of the range of techniques and approaches which are suitable for use within an IT department and the development of a professional approach to providing IT services. This module also provides an in depth study of specific aspects of computer networking.

Information Systems in Business

Since we live in an information driven society, this module is designed to give the student a good understanding of information systems and their potential impact on organisations and their environment.

Information Systems Project

Updated on July, 2008