A Diploma of Business Information Systems focuses on the introduction and development of skills to prepare you for a career as an information systems professional. You will learn critical academic skills, and knowledge and applications of information systems across a variety of businesses.

The course is made up of six core subjects and two elective subjects. Successful completion of the Business Information Systems diploma will guarantee entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Business Information Systems.

Learning outcomes

Establish technical knowledge in planning, designing, implementing and maintaining information systems.
Discover how information systems are used as analytical tools.
Learn to adapt your approach and skills to a variety of workplace environments.
Understand which solutions are realistic and achievable.

Career opportunities

You will graduate with the technical and creative skills to make effective ICT business decisions in a global context. In addition, you’ll have the leadership and team-building skills to operate and manage information systems in dynamic 21st-century organisations. This course also teaches project management skills, requirements management and applications of micro-services, and how technological changes impact on contemporary businesses. You'll also have the opportunity to move into a Bachelor of Information Systems and pursue postgraduate study with a Graduate Diploma of Business Information Systems and Master of Business Information Systems.

Career paths

Business Analyst
Business Development Manager
Business Process Analyst
Database Designer/Administrator/Programmer