Bachelor of Business Information Technology (Professional)

The Bachelor of Business Information Technology (Professional) is a prestigious industry degree. You'll benefit from Swinburne's exclusive industry partnerships to gain unique industry experiences and build important professional connections that will help fast-track your career.

What you'll learn:

• Understand the impact of technology on business innovation i.e. technology infrastructure, enterprise systems, risk and security, systems analysis and design, problem solving and project management.
• Develop technical skills in the analysis, design, programming and implementation of IT systems.
• Develop the management skills necessary to apply information technology in order to drive business innovation.
• Gain an understanding of professional organisational environments and develop strategic leadership skills.

Work Integrated Learning is a guaranteed part of all our bachelor degrees. Developed with the IT industry, this Professional Degree sees you work directly with Swinburne's industry partners as you undertake two six-month or one twelve-month work placement in your field.

In your final year, in the Business Information Systems Industry Project (INF30027), you'll team up with other students to work on a real project briefed to you by an industry partner.

Industry partners involved in the design of this course, and the professional development of its students include: Reece, KPMG, PwC, NAB, Unico, Deloitte, Compass, EY, Bakers Delight, Melbourne Water, Siemens, Viva Energy, DXC, and Praxhub.

The Bachelor of Information Technology was launched in 1987 as part of a national pilot program initiated by the Business Council of Australia. It remains one of Australia's most prestigious IT degrees due to the quality of curriculum, learning experience, industry connections and alumni.

• demonstrate a substantial understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the field of Business and Management of IS/IT such as technological infrastructure (i.e. Database, Network), Enterprise Systems, IS risk and security, analysis and modelling of requirements and processes, project management, and management of IS/IT-related activities and resources
• apply critical thinking, reflection and judgment in selecting and applying the appropriate IS/IT related concepts, frameworks and/or methods as part of the process to identify and propose solutions to organisational problems
• approach and analyse problems from multiple point of views, design and/or source alternative innovative solutions based on soundly articulated business requirements, and make appropriate choices and recommendations
• communicate and articulate clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and innovative ideas appropriate for the problem context, the stakeholders, and the organisational environment
• demonstrate an appreciation and understanding of the professional and ethical issues, dilemmas, and considerations pertaining to an IS/IT professional in various environments
• work in a self-reliant, independent and responsible manner, show leadership and take initiative where appropriate particularly in a collaborative and diverse team environment
• develop a project plan, design and execute a small-scale project to provide appropriate solutions to business requirements
• demonstrate a substantial understanding of real-world practice pertaining IS/IT, as well as personal and professional development, through immersive organisational experience via industry placements.

Entry requirements