Course Overview

About This Course

The course has been designed as an advanced course in Information Systems and Technology with the aim to enable students to understand IT-related management activities in organizations while learning how to generate value through the use of technology. The course includes a combination of 6000 and 8000 level units in both Computing and Management to mirror the 'Information Systems and Business Analysis' major in our BIT course: this provides students with the grounding in core topics required for advanced study in the second year. The advanced level units are again drawn from both computing and management with four required units and two selected from an option set. These units provide the student with the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in key growth areas within the computing, business and management disciplines. The course is completed with a two-unit (20cp) capstone project that can be either an industry placement (internship) or internal research project. This capstone allows students to gain experience working on real information technology management projects and for appropriate students - direct exposure to industry problems and practices.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

Levels 23 & 24, 123 Pitt St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

AUD $34,400 per year

Duration

Full time: 2 years

Intakes

Session 1 | Session 2

Study Mode

Full-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic students:

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent, with units in business information systems and databases

International students:

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent, with units in business information systems and databases
IELTS (Academic) overall band 6.5 with minimum sub-scores: listening 6, reading 6, writing 6, speaking 6, or an approved equivalent
CRICOS-registered course - a valid student visa is required to study on campus

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

This course gives the student the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in key growth areas within the Information and Communication Technologies industry, giving the student a competitive advantage in employment over recent graduates from bachelor courses, and will help them advance their careers in their chosen field.
Employability is embedded through the course with work-relevant problems used to motivate and drive the learning experience.
The capstone project unit in particular will be a vehicle for developing work readiness and expose students where possible to employers and work practices.
The advantage of this being a relatively small course is that the assessment can be reviewed across the course and coordinated between different units.
We aim to ensure that students have a range of experiences through their study, for example the use of different software systems in the different units.
Our goal is to provide students with a wide array of experience to help them understand the range of choices of technology available to them.
Similarly, assessment tasks are coordinated over the course to ensure students see a balance of practical and written assessment in the course.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ACS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units15 units

PICT8030

Cyber Warfare

PICT8033

Cyber Threat Intelligence

MKTG8033

Social Media Marketing

PICT8031

Cyber Crime and Methods

COMP8300

Security Management

COMP8760

Enterprise Application Integration

COMP8770

Information Systems Project and Risk Management

COMP8780

Enterprise Management

COMP8851

Major Project

COMP8750

Information Systems Design and Management

COMP8790

Strategic Project Management

COMP6350

Database Systems

COMP6750

Applications Modelling and Development

COMP6760

Enterprise Systems Integration

COMP6770

Management of IT Systems and Projects

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total estimated cost of the Master of Information Systems Management at Macquarie University?

The estimated total course cost is AU$95,246, which includes a tuition fee of AU$94,500 and a non-tuition fee of AU$746.

How long does the Master of Information Systems Management take to complete?

The course has a duration of 104 weeks as listed in the CRICOS registry for international students.

Where is the Master of Information Systems Management delivered?

The course is delivered at Macquarie University's Wallumattagal Campus at North Ryde, New South Wales, which is owned and operated by the provider.

Is this course eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?

To be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights, a course must meet several criteria including being in 'Registered' status, being a Skills Level 1 qualification, having a duration of 92 weeks or greater, and having a narrow Field of Education that aligns with the Skills Level 1 priority list, among other requirements. This course has a duration of 104 weeks and falls under the Information Systems field (narrow field 0203). Eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review.

How can I contact Macquarie University for more information about this course?

Prospective students can contact Macquarie University's Prospective Student Contact Centre by phone at +61 2 9850 6767 or by email at study@mq.edu.au.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $60,000 to $80,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $80,000 to $100,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $100,000 to $130,000 per year

Career Paths

Business AnalystSystems AnalystICT Business AnalystIT Project ManagerERP Consultant

Key Skills

Systems analysis and design — identifying business problems and designing effective technology-based solutionsDatabase design and management using SQL and enterprise database platformsBusiness process modelling and optimisation using tools such as BPMN and UMLEnterprise systems configuration and administration (e.g. ERP and CRM platforms)Data analytics and business intelligence using tools like Power BI and Tableau

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