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1 year full-time
Level 3 & 4, 545 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia
Full-time · 12 hours of classes per week (4 units); approximately 7–9 hours per week per unit for self-directed study
February | March | May | June | August | September | October | November | 2026 Semester 1 Block 4 (Start of Classes: 1 Jun 2026)
Course Overview
Eligibility
Tuition fee
Course tuition fee over 1 year: $20,400 (2024), $23,120 (2026). Fee per unit: $2,550 (2024), $2,890 (2026). All fees are in Australian dollars. Fees are subject to change without notice. Course fees are to be paid in full before enrolment/selection of subjects in any given semester.
Duration
1 year full time
Intakes
February | March | May | June | August | September | October | November
Study mode
On-campus / Full-time
Entry requirements
Career & Study Pathways
Course Content
Information Systems Applications in Business
Provides an introduction to information systems (IS) by presenting the most relevant concepts used to manage the integration of IS into business and society. Facilitates proficient ways to simplify the use of technology in complex IS business environments. Uses case studies and industry examples to develop both theoretical and practical understanding of business information systems.
Database Management System
Introduces students to the fundamentals of relational databases. Covers data modelling using entity relationship diagrams, structured query language (SQL), procedural language (PL), data analysis, sharing options, database systems security, distributed database management systems, and data mining.
Software Development
Covers the fundamentals of software development including investigating client application software problems, evaluating approaches, and designing solutions using a programming language such as Python. Takes students through the full software development lifecycle including writing specifications, testing, and design.
Systems Analysis Design
Covers principles of analysis and design for information systems. Includes data requirements gathering, analysis, data modelling at conceptual, logical and physical levels, functional dependencies, domain normalisation, and user-centred design approach.
Information Systems Security
Provides a comprehensive study in information systems security including professional, legal, and ethical issues. Covers identifying security threats to infrastructure and information in commercial and government organisations, risk assessment, risk management plans, and mitigation of security threats and attacks.
Business Process Modelling
Facilitates examination and improvement of business operations using business process modelling software tools. Students make informed recommendations to solve complex business problems and improve organisational effectiveness. Pre-requisite: MBIS4004 (Co-requisite).
Professional Practice in Information Systems
Educates students about ethical, legal and social issues faced by information system professionals, including data and privacy, confidentiality, cybercrime and internet fraud. Develops negotiation and conflict resolution skills in preparation for IS professional roles.
Cybersecurity Risk Assessment and Strategies
Introduces the background of cyber security and cyber risk management. Covers risk management techniques based on international standards including ISO 31000, information security, cyber-risk management, cyber risk assessment (identification, analysis, evaluation, treatment), risk measurement, risk scales, uncertainty, high-consequence risk, and business continuity management.
Common Questions
The total course tuition fee is $20,400 for 2024 and $23,120 for 2026, paid over 1 year. The fee per unit is $2,550 (2024) and $2,890 (2026). All fees are in Australian dollars and are subject to change without notice. Course fees are to be paid in full before enrolment/selection of subjects in any given semester.
To complete the Graduate Diploma of Business Information Systems (Cyber Security), students must pass 8 units totalling 80 credit points (10 credit points per unit). This consists of 6 core units and 2 specialisation units, all at AQF Level 8 (Level 4000). The course also has a nested exit qualification: the Graduate Certificate of Business Information Systems (achievable after 6 months full-time / 3 units).
The course has multiple intakes throughout the year: February, March, May, June, August, September, October, and November. For 2026 Semester 1 Block 4, classes start on 1 June 2026, with the last date to enrol also 1 June 2026, and a census date of 8 June 2026.
The Graduate Diploma of Business Information Systems (Cyber Security) is available at both the Sydney campus (Level 3 & 4, 545 Kent Street, NSW 2000) and the Melbourne campus (Level 1, 20 Queen Street, VIC 3000). The CRICOS code for this course is 111499M.
Completion of the Graduate Diploma of Business Information Systems (Cyber Security) provides direct entry and advanced standing into the Master of Business Information Systems (Cyber Security) at AIH. The course is specifically designed as an embedded exit qualification and alternative pathway into the Master's level programme.
Students studying full-time will have 12 hours of classes per week (for 4 units) on-campus. In addition, approximately 7–9 hours per week per unit is required for self-directed study including assignments, readings, projects, workshop preparation, and exam preparation. Assessment types include individual and team-based projects, case studies and presentations, essays and reports, exams, practical assessments, discussion forums, and formative class participation activities.
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