BAN408 – MIS and Business Systems Planning

Unit code & Title	BAN408 - MIS and Business Systems Planning
Pre-requisite	Not Applicable
Delivery modes	On-campus; Online;
Credit points	10
Study commitment	Average of 150 hours of teaching, learning and assessment over the trimester.
Scheduled learning (On-campus)	2 × 3 hours on-campus seminar and tutorial weekly (for block mode)
Scheduled learning (AIA Online)	Recorded contents + 2 × 3 hour online seminar and tutorial weekly
Learning Outcomes	ULO1 Analyse components and structure of business systems to understand their impact on organisational processes. ULO2 Explore various business system design frameworks to evaluate their applicability within different business contexts. ULO3 Investigate the role of Management Information Systems (MIS) in supporting business strategy and decision-making. ULO4 Distinguish between different systems planning methodologies to assess their suitability for specific organisational needs. ULO5 Compare business process optimisation techniques to determine their effectiveness in aligning with organisational goals. ULO6 Separate the various elements of business systems to identify potential areas for improvement and integration.

Overview

This unit introduces students to the core concepts of Management Information Systems (MIS) and business systems planning. Students will explore how these systems are designed, implemented, and managed to support business strategies and improve organisational performance. Through hands-on analysis and investigation, students will examine the role of MIS in optimising business processes and decision-making.

The unit will cover key topics such as systems planning, information architecture, and business system integration. By the end of the unit, students will be able to distinguish and compare various system approaches, applying critical insights to design and improve business systems aligned with strategic goals.

The unit is aligned with the following course learning outcome (CLO):

• CLO2: Apply systems thinking to analyse and design business systems for effective planning and strategy formulation.

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