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Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems (Honours)

UCSI University

Level

bachelor

Duration

3 Years (14 weeks per semester, 7 weeks per short semester)

Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Entry Exams

MUET

Tuition Fee

RM 114,651 (International, approximate total)

Intake

January, May and September

Program Overview

Designed with employability in mind, this programme provides practical computing knowledge as well as information management skills that will transform students into highly sought-after assets. Graduates will be able to create and sustain technically proficient business information systems while also demonstrating a keen understanding of the role of IT in supporting the business functions of any industry.

* This programme received a 100% graduate employability score in the Ministry of Higher

The Business Information Systems degree programme comprises a blend of business practices and information technology, designed to promote innovative problem-solving abilities as well as foster cutting-edge business and IT skills in students.

This 3-year course encompasses a comprehensive curriculum that is injected with various business and computing courses that will undoubtedly equip students with a unique repertoire of knowledge and skills in managing and developing IT systems in the business context. Throughout their studies, students will be exposed to a cross-cultural learning environment supervised by a team of dedicated academic professionals and staff.

Teaching and learning methodologies are supported by well-equipped facilities and resources within the campus, such as the library, computer laboratories, R&D laboratories and the latest IT gadgets. Apart from that, students are able to collaborate with key industries through co-operative placements every year with the purpose of gaining industry experience in business and IT companies whilst increasing their employability skills.

Furthermore, partnerships with renowned corporations such as Apple, RICOH and Oracle, among others, ensure that courses remain relevant in the face of change. Students are also granted opportunities to be awarded with professional certifications by numerous international software corporations.

Coursework percentage and written examination percentage.

Key Modules

  • 1Inroduction to Programming
  • 2Business Accounting
  • 3Business Communication
  • 4Database Systems
  • 5Object-Oriented Programming
  • 6Object-Oriented Analysis and Design
  • 7Introduction to Internet Technologies
  • 8Microeconomic
  • 9University Life (MPU- U2)
  • 10Extracurricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU-U4)
  • 11Co-Operative Placement 1
  • 12Creative Problem Solving
  • 13Fundamentals of Management
  • 14Statistics and its Applications
  • 15Macroeconomic
  • 16Fundamentals of Marketing
  • 17Research Methods in Computing
  • 18Business Systems Development Tools
  • 19Software Project Management
  • 20Operating Systems
  • 21Networking
  • 22Cloud Computing Application System
  • 23Issues in Database Design
  • 24Business Law – Malaysian Perspective (MPU-U3)
  • 25Extracurricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU-U4)
  • 26International Business
  • 27Mobile Commerce
  • 28Independent Project 1 For BIS
  • 29Strategic Management
  • 30E-Commerce
  • 31Independent Project 2 For BIS
  • 32Management Information Systems
  • 33Web Programming
  • 34Extracurricular Learning Experience 3 (MPU-U4)
  • 35Co-Operative Placement 2
  • 36Co-Operative Placement 3
  • 37Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
  • 38(Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)
  • 39Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
  • 40(Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)
  • 41Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
  • 42(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)

Entry Requirements

  • Minimum CGPA of 2.0
  • Minimum 2 principals (C) (CGPA 2.0) in 2 subjects and pass in Mathematics and English at SPM Level
  • Minimum 2 D's in 2 subjects and pass in Mathematics and English at SPM Level
  • Minimum 5 credits (B6), including Mathematics
  • National Matriculation
  • Minimum CGPA of 2.0, inclusive of a minimum Credit (C) in Mathematics at SPM
  • International Baccalaureate (IB)
  • Minimum score of 26 points in 6 subjects and minimum Credit (C) in Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/equivalent
  • Minimum average of 60% in 6 subjects, inclusive of minimum 60% score in Mathematics and minimum Credit (C) in Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/equivalent
  • Diploma/ Advance Diploma/ equivalent
  • Minimum CGPA 2.0 (inclusive of Chemistry and Biology / Mathematics/Physics)
  • (Admission level: case - to - case basis)
  • AUSMAT/HSC/SACE/TEE/WACE/SAM
  • Minimum average of 60% in 5 subjects, inclusive of minimum 60% score in Mathematics and minimum Credit (C) in Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/equivalent
  • Australian Year 12
  • Credit (C ) in Mathematics subject
  • Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM/A-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
  • Minimum overall average of 60%, inclusive of minimum 60% score in Mathematics
  • Diploma programmes (Computing and ICT-related diploma)
  • Note (Source: Surat Pekeliling MQA Bil 1/2016 & MQA Bil 2/2016):
  • 1. The terms of credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM level for the candidate with STPM, STAM, Diploma or Matriculation/Foundation qualification can be exempted if the candidate obtained Mathematics and its achievement is equivalent or higher than the required credit of Additional Mathematics at the SPM level.
  • ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR FOUNDATION YEAR
  • Academic Requirements
  • Pass with 5 credits (C) including Mathematics (C)
  • Pass UEC with minimum 3 credits (B6), including Mathematics
  • Minimum overall average of 50%, including minimum 50% score in Mathematics
  • Minimum average of 50% (inclusive of Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics/Physics)
  • Other qualifications deemed equivalent to SPM/O-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
  • Minimum overall average of 60%, including minimum 60% score in Mathematics
  • English Language Requirements
  • For Local Students
  • SPM English Language
  • SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE
  • UEC English Language
  • In the event that the English Language Requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the undergraduate programme.
  • For International Students
  • Cambridge Linguaskill
  • Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
  • Pearson Test of English
  • International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme which helps them prepare for attaining a required band score. Placement into the various levels of the English for Tertiary Education programme depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and/or the outcome of the English Placement Test.

Career Prospects

  • System Analysts
  • Database Developers
  • Database Administrators
  • Web Developers
  • IT Consultants
  • IT Support Engineers
  • IT Project Managers
  • Business Analysts

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