The Master of Information Systems suite of courses seeks to provide a relevant, innovative program to address the need for Information Systems professionals to upgrade their qualifications. The pace of technological change demands the provision of short, flexible periods of education through which professionals can update and maintain their skills and receive thorough industry preparation. To this end, course content is designed to meet industry demands by combining standard and specialist units of advanced study. The course emphasises the development of software, systems and management skills in the context of contemporary organisational environments.

Students must meet normal course entry and English language requirements for acceptance into these courses.

Home page: http://www.acu.edu.au

Note:  This course is being reviewed as at March 2009 and articulation will be on a case by case basis.   

Modern businesses require people who have a knowledge of people, technology and organisations. Learn about all three and position yourself for a rewarding and stimulating career.

The term “information systems” is used instead of computing to indicate that we are interested in the use of computer technology in business – not just the technology itself. Studies have shown that employers seek people with interpersonal and communications skills as well as computing skills.

Career opportunities for graduates in these programs can find employment as system analyst managers, software engineers, database administrators, EDP auditors, network administrators, end-user support professionals, consultants, company managers, public sector managers and education roles.

The graduate suite of programs are designed for individuals seeking to upgrade their knowledge and qualifications in information technology and information systems processes and management. Within this highly relevant framework, graduates are well prepared to contribute to future information and economic growth while enhancing their individual advancement opportunities.

Home page: http://www.cqu.edu.au

Articulation details: http://articulation.cqu.edu.au/

Charles Sturt University (CSU) offers Master of Information Technology (MIT) course which is tailored to meet the needs of practising IT professionals as well as continuing IT students. The MIT course provides advanced training in the areas of networking, online information systems, information security, and management of information technology. Upon completion of this highly professional course, graduates will be able to apply cutting edge skills acquired in their specific field in their work environment to increase their organization productivity and to gain a competitive advantage in their career.

The MIT course consists of 16 subjects (128 credit points). Applicants with ACS Computer Professional Education Program (CPEP) qualification will be eligible to articulate into Master of Information Technology Course with following advanced credits:

Four subjects credit will be awarded against CPEP. Any additional subject studied as part of CPEP will also earn credit up-to maximum of eight subjects towards Master of Information Technology course at CSU.

CSU has a network of campuses in Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst , Canberra , Dubbo, Goulburn, Orange , Parramatta , Wagga Wagga and Ontario , Canada , with specialist centres in Broken Hill and Manly. With the majority of its more than 32,000 students studying by distance education, it has a well developed flexible delivery methodology and the infrastructure to support these students. According to 2009 Good Universities Guide, CSU has maintained its national leadership in providing flexible access to higher education.

For admission eligibility, fees, course structure and more information about the Master of Information Technology course at Charles Sturt University, please visit http://www.csu.edu.au/study/business-courses/master-it/ or contact directly Course Manager, Dr Tanveer Zia on +61 2 6933 2024 or email tzia@csu.edu.au

The Master of Commerce (Information Systems) and Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce (Information Systems) degrees are designed for IS and IT professionals who want to increase their knowledge and skills in the management and strategic application of information systems and ICTs in competitive, intelligent and global business environments.

The programs are flexible and allow students to choose from a broad range of subject areas, including strategic information systems, business IT management, knowledge management, programming, web services and architecture, database mining, problem solving, computer forensics, Internet security and cyberwarfare. The Master of Commerce also includes a significant supervised research project, which can be tailored to suit each individual student’s interests.

Home page: http://www.curtin.edu.au

Articulation details: http://www.cbs.curtin.edu.au/business/acs-articulation

Master of Technology (Business Systems, Design and Management)

The content of the Master of Technology (Business Systems, Design and Management) will include a preliminary investigation into the processes that identify, select, organise, disseminate and transfer information using software tools and semiotic theory. These concepts will be further developed to include project management skills to enhance competitive advantage in a business system environment.

Included is the development and management of relational databases with emphasis on data modelling and conceptual database knowledge as well as a study of the characteristics and application of electronic digital communications. The enhancement of competitive advantage is explored by integrating theory of cognition and ethnographic studies. This includes prototyping and evaluation methodologies for web and human-computer interaction design.

The Master of Technology provides a framework for developing information technology, business and management strategies within an organisational context. An Information technology infrastructure, eCommerce and knowledge-base frameworks are integrated to design and build an eBusiness model. Consideration is given to market demand and competition quality, profitability, timeliness and responsiveness. Business research skills are developed within a work integrated project to understand the value and implication of eBusiness and the challenges within the context of systems thinking.

Students who graduate from the ACS Computer Professional Education Program can articulate into the Master of Technology (Business Systems Design and Management) Program with credit based on the following criteria:

• ACS students who have successfully completed the Computer Professional Program unit "Project Management" will receive an exemption for the Master of Technology unit " MTB 120: Business Support Systems and Project Management" (Graduate Certificate level)
• ACS students who have successfully completed the Computer Professional Program unit "IT Service Management" will receive an exemption for the Master of Technology unit " MTB 140: Managing the Transition to eBusiness" (Graduate Certificate level).
• ACS students who have successfully completed the Computer Professional Program unit "New Technology Alignment" will receive an exemption for the Master of Technology unit " MTB 230: eBusiness Design for Competitive Advantage" (Graduate Diploma level).
• ACS students who have successfully completed the Computer Professional Program unit "Business, Strategy and IT" will receive an exemption for the Master of Technology unit " MTB 240: ICT Strategies in Business" (Graduate Diploma level).

Home Page: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/

Master of Technology program details: http://www.lilydale.swinburne.edu.au/technology/

Credits can be given towards the following two awards from Victoria University for the CPE Program.

Master of Business: Enterprise Resources Planning Systems: The course aims to: provide students with the knowledge, competencies and processes to ensure their employment within the field of Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERPs) upon graduation and/or enable progression to further study and research; develop and practice skills in written, oral and electronic communication and in the gathering, analysis and interpretation of data of all kinds relevant to ERPs; and develop problem solving skills which will enable graduates to demonstrate skills in the implementation and maintenance of ERPs as well as recognising the overall business context in which such systems are to be found.

More information on the Master of Business: Enterprise Resources Planning Systems can be found at http://wcf.vu.edu.au/Handbook/index.cfm?Search_Courses=Search_Courses&CourseID=6196

The amount of credits given to a student is dependent on the subjects shown as complete on an Academic Transcript or equivalent document. Should students undertake more than the 4 subjects mandatory for the course, up to 6 credits can be granted.

Master of Business: Information Systems and Enterprise Resources Planning Systems: This combined program offers students the benefits of two complementary areas of study. In addition to providing an extended advanced program of study in both theory and practice of information systems within a business environment, students are also provided with the knowledge, competencies and processes within the field of Enterprise Resource Planning Systems.

More information on the Master of Business: Information Systems and Enterprise Resources Planning Systems can be found at http://wcf.vu.edu.au/Handbook/index.cfm?Search_Courses=Search_Courses&CourseID=6197

The amount of credits given to a student is dependent on the subjects shown as complete on an Academic Transcript or equivalent document. Should students undertake more than the 4 subjects mandatory for the course, up to 8 credits can be granted.

Any student seeking entry would also have to meet normal admission requirements in respect of the English language.

More information on Victoria university can be found at www.vu.edu.au