Unit Outline

KXO101

Business Information Systems

Shanghai Semester 1, 2024

Matthew Springer

School of Information and Communication Technology

College of Sciences and Engineering

CRICOS Provider Code: 00586B

What is the Unit About?

Unit Description

This unit introduces the concepts of information systems in a business environment. It examines what is meant by an information system, and how and why information systems are being used in business. The issues involved in developing, managing and controlling business information systems are also explored. The tutorials are designed to develop proficiency in business software applications such as Microsoft's Office suite to provide a set of job-ready skills.

Intended Learning Outcomes

As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.

On completion of this unit, you will be able to:


1	Explain the role of managing information systems in decision-making within organisations.
2	Describe how enabling technologies can be used as the foundation and infrastructure for managing information systems.
3	Produce business reports and be able to use a variety of communication tools.
4	Solve a range of business problems using productivity tools with an emphasis on spreadsheets.
5	Manage information systems recognising cultural, legal and ethical issues.

Alterations as a result of student feedback

This unit has a new unit coordinator.

Teaching arrangements


ATTENDANCE MODE	TEACHING TYPE	LEARNING ACTIVITY	CONTACT HOURS	FREQUENCY
On Campus	Workshop	A structured real-time (i.e. synchronous) activity that involves a mix of presentation of new information/ideas/skills and guided activities related to that information/ideas/skills. All students are expected to attend.	1	Weekly
On Campus	Tutorial	A structured real-time (i.e. synchronous) activity in a small-group setting where the primary purpose is the clarification, exploration or reinforcement of subject content presented or accessed at another time or place (e.g. lecture, preparatory work). It is reliant on student-teacher and student-student interaction and dialogue for achievement of its learning outcomes. The students enrolled in the tutorial are expected to attend.	2	Weekly

Attendance / engagement expectations

If your unit is offered On campus, it is expected that you will attend all on-campus and onsite learning activities. This is to support your own learning and the development of a learning community within the unit. If you are unable to attend regularly, please discuss the situation with your course coordinator and/or our UConnect support team.

If your unit is offered Online or includes online activities, it is expected you will engage in all those activities as indicated in the Unit Outline or MyLO, including any self-directed learning.

If you miss a learning activity for a legitimate reason (e.g., illness, carer responsibilities) teaching staff will attempt to provide alternative activities (e.g., make up readings) where it is possible.

How will I be Assessed?

For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.

Assessment schedule


ASSESSMENT TASK #	ASSESSMENT TASK NAME	DATE DUE	WEIGHT	LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:	Practical Test	Week 8	30 %	LO3, LO4
Assessment Task 2:	Major Project	Week 13	40 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4, LO5
Assessment Task 3:	Weekly Quizzes	Refer to Assessment Description	30 %	LO1, LO2

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Practical Test

Task Description:

You will attempt a practical test during your assigned tutorial times. During this time
you will be required to complete an MS Excel workbook, as outlined in the assessment sheet, and submit it before the end of the tutorial.

Task Length:

40 Minutes (completed during tutorial)

Due Date:

Week 8

Weight:

30 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Use relevant tools to create a business report	LO3
2	Present solutions for business problems	LO4

Assessment Task 2: Major Project

Task Description:

You will create an in in-depth MS Excel workbook that uses a wide range of the skills that you have learnt in the tutorials held during the semester. It is important that the MS Excel workbook is useful and easy to navigate for the business purpose it is intended for. A high quality MS PowerPoint presentation based on the work developed in the Excel spreadsheet is also required. The
presentation is to be of a quality suitable for presenting to members of a Board of Management.

Task Length:

Length will be determined by the requirements of the project

Due Date:

Week 13

Weight:

40 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Explain the purpose of the project	LO1
2	Justify the functions used	LO2
3	Present a business report using the required tools	LO3
4	Solve business problems using data from a spreadsheet	LO4
5	Identify the cultural, legal or ethical issues	LO5

Assessment Task 3: Weekly Quizzes

Task Description:

This is an individual assessment that requires you to log on to MyLO to complete a
series of 'Best correct answer' multiple-choice Quizzes.

The quizzes will be released weekly and require you to read and understand the required textbook chapters and case studies. We use quizzes to allow you to demonstrate your knowledge of the topics covered in the unit.

Due: Fridays as listed on the assignment sheet - 9:00pm

Task Length:

10 questions in 10 minutes

Due Date:

Refer to Assessment Description

Weight:

30 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Identify the role of managing information systems	LO1
2	Identify the role of enabling technologies	LO2

How your final result is determined

To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater, and pass any hurdle tasks.

Submission of assignments

Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.

Academic integrity

Academic integrity is about acting responsibly, honestly, ethically, and collegially when using, producing, and communicating information with other students and staff members.

In written work, you must correctly reference the work of others to maintain academic integrity. To find out the referencing style for this unit, see the assessment information in the MyLO site, or contact your teaching staff. For more detail about Academic Integrity, see Important Guidelines & Support.

Requests for extensions

If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.

A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.

The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.

Late penalties

Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.

Review of results and appeals

You are entitled to ask for a review of the marking and grading of your assessment task if there is an irregularity in the marking standards or an error in the process for determining the outcome of an assessment. Details on how to request a review of a mark for an assignment are outlined in the Review and Appeal of Academic Decisions Procedure.

Required Resources

Required reading materials

Laudon, K.C. & Laudon, J.P. (2020), Management Information Systems – Managing the Digital Firm. Global Edition. (16th Edition) Pearson Education, United Kingdom. (Available as a printed book, or an ebook)