The Bachelor of Business Information Systems (BBIS) is a three-year full-time undergraduate degree. It focuses on developing and applying information technology solutions to business problems and prepares students for leadership roles in IT management. The majority of all enrolled local students apply for and receive a $36,000 scholarship and undertake two 22-week industry placements in the Industry-Based Learning (IBL) stream of the degree. Industry partners provide ongoing input into the development of the course to ensure its continued relevance to the needs of major international corporations. The degree produces work-ready graduates who are confident, articulate, computer literate, and attuned to the needs, methods and attitudes of business.
Today's global marketplace demands business professionals with cutting-edge IT expertise. Business Information Systems graduates work for Australian and multinational organisations. The Industry-Based Learning stream of the degree creates graduates who are prepared for immediate, productive employment and rapid promotion into broader management.
This degree leads to a broad range of graduate careers including business analyst, IT consultant, management consultant, project manager, systems analyst, business management roles, business systems and integration consultant and security and privacy consultant.
| Domestic students | International students | |
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| Intakes | First semester, second semester | First semester, second semester |
| Course Content | 2010 University handbook entry for this course | 2010 University handbook entry for this course |
| Duration | 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time | 3 years |
| Credit points | 144 total for course | 144 total for course |
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Fees for 2010
Fees are subject to change annually. |
Commonwealth supported place (CSP) Average annual student contribution $7,550 AUD Note: see information on how average fee is calculated. |
International fee per 48 credit points 48 credit points represents a standard full-time course load for a year $25,800 AUD |
| CRICOS code | Not applicable | 054528K |
| Monash course code | 3333 | 3333 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Information Technology | Faculty of Information Technology |
| Contact | Visit the Faculty of IT website at http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/apply or email admissions@infotech.monash.edu.au |
International Student Enquiries Telephone: +61 3 9627 4852 Email: study@monash.edu.au |
Australian: Graduates of the course are eligible for professional-level membership of the Australian Computer Society.
Equivalent Australian Year 12
TAFE
Applicants are required to have at least a completed Certificate IV, however those applying with completed Diploma qualifications will receive up to a maximum of 48 points of credit. Although there are no specific studies that applicants are required to undertake, the Certificate IV and Diploma in Information Technology is considered relevant. Applicants applying with a completed Certificate IV are expected to have achieved at least a distinction average, while those with a Diploma require at least a credit average.
University
Applicants currently studying at other universities are advised to undertake information technology-related units.
A credit average is required to be competitive for selection. To be eligible for credit transfer, previous studies need to have been completed no more than 10 years prior to admission into the Monash IT degree.
Units 3 and 4 a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English, and a study score of at least 25 in mathematics (any).
English at Subsidiary or at Higher Level, with a minimum grade of 4; and, any mathematics subject either at Subsidiary or at Higher Level, with a minimum grade of four.
VICTORIAN TERTIARY ADMISSIONS CENTRE APPLICATIONS
Non-year 12 (e.g transfer, mature age, TAFE) applicants must complete the VTAC Personal Information (PI) form.
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
| Qualification | Clayton |
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| ENTER clearly in* | 85.30(CSP); 81.20 (International) |
* The "clearly in" score is based on January 2009 selection and can be used as a guide only.
Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Applications for this course are made directly to the Faculty. Contact information can be found by visiting the Monash faculties website
English and any mathematics (Australian equivalent Year 12)
TAFE
Applicants are required to have at least a completed Certificate IV, however those applying with completed Diploma qualifications will receive up to a maximum of 48 points of credit. Although there are no specific studies that applicants are required to undertake, the Certificate IV and Diploma in Information Technology is considered relevant. Applicants applying with a completed Certificate IV are expected to have achieved at least a distinction average, while those with a Diploma require at least a credit average.
University
Applicants currently studying at other universities are advised to undertake information technology-related units.
A credit average is required to be competitive for selection. To be eligible for credit transfer, previous studies need to have been completed no more than 10 years prior to admission into the Monash IT degree.
Units 3 and 4 a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English, and a study score of at least 25 in mathematics (any).
English at Subsidiary or at Higher Level, with a minimum grade of 4; and, any mathematics subject either at Subsidiary or at Higher Level, with a minimum grade of four.
IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.5 in Reading and Listening and 6.0 in Writing and Speaking; TOEFL 580 with a TWE of 4.5; or an Internet-based TOEFL score of 90 with 22 in Writing and no section lower than 20.
More information on English requirements.
VICTORIAN TERTIARY ADMISSIONS CENTRE APPLICATIONS
Non-year 12 (e.g transfer, mature age, TAFE) applicants must complete the VTAC Personal Information (PI) form.
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
| Qualification | Clayton |
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| International Baccalaureate | 26 |
| GCE A level | 9 |
| All Indian Senior Secondary Certificate | 75% |
| Hong Kong A level | 8 |
| ISC of the CISCE India | 70% |
| MUFY (best eight units made up from Parts A and B) | 265 |
| Ontario Grade 12 | 75% |
| RMIT & La Trobe Foundation Year | 80%Av |
| Sri Lanka A level | 11 |
| STPM Malaysia | 9 |
| Swinburne Foundation Year | 85%Av |
| Uni of Melbourne Foundation Year | 75%Av |
| UNIPREP Indonesia | 7.5 |
| UNSW Foundation Year | 7.5 |
Current VCE or IB students studying in Victoria should apply online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre
Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.
Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.
A major in Business Decision Modelling is available.
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