What is BIS?
The Bachelor of Information Systems (BIS) at AIBI Higher Education prepares students to harness technology as the backbone of modern organisational strategy, efficiency, and agility. Graduates learn how enterprise systems integrate real-time data, streamline operations, and connect teams across the business.
Combining digital fluency with essential business skills, this degree prepares graduates to lead digital transformation in industries such as finance, logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing.
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse data, optimise workflows, and anticipate market disruptions to create value-driven business solutions.
- Leverage enterprise systems to develop new business models, enhance decision-making, and drive competitive advantage.
- Bridge the gap between technology and business through strong cross-functional collaboration and communication.
AQF Level: 7
Study Mode
On Campus
Campus Locations
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth
Student
Domestic, International
Course Duration
3 years full time, 6 years part time
Intake Dates
March, June & September
Fees & Scholarships
Industry Insights
Trillion Dollars
Forecast Global IT Spending in 2026
Tech Workers
Employed in Australian Tech Jobs as of November 2025
Billion Dollars
Tech Sector Contribution to Australia’s GDP in 2025
Career Pathways
As organisations increasingly rely on advanced systems for their operations, graduates of the Bachelor of Information Systems can expect strong demand for their skills.
This degree opens doors to diverse career pathways in systems management, business analysis, data analytics, and IT consultancy. Check out the industry salary stats below.
Potential Careers
- IT Manager
Avg. Salary: $165,750 - Business Analyst
Avg. Salary: $149,567 - Systems Analyst
Avg. Salary: $140,000
All salaries, sourced from talent.com, are accurate as of October 2026.
Complimentary Student Memberships
ACS Membership
ACS is the professional association for Australia’s technology sector and the largest community with 48,000+ members. All AIBI HE students are eligible to sign up for their free ACS membership.
Course Subjects
The table below provides essential information for each core subject, code and title, description, and assessment tasks.
The workload is the same for all subjects:
3 timetabled hours per week (lectures and tutorials) and 9 personal hours of study for a total of 12 hours per week.
Year 1 (Level 100)
BUS101 Business Information Systems
This subject provides students with an introduction and broad overview of the application of information technology (IT) to the management of information in organisations, and the role of the IT professional in developing and implementing IT-based solutions to information problems across a range of areas related to general business activities and specific functions, such as supply chain management, e-commerce, customer relationship management and security.
Consideration of the organisational framework for IT and IT professional practice will be set within the broader business context. The opportunities, problems and risks associated with IT will be examined, together with their implications for organisational strategy and operations.
Assessment
Tutorial participation, Case studies, Quizzes.
BUS102 Introduction to Enterprise Management Systems
This subject provides students with an understanding of Enterprise Management Systems (EMS) and the associated issues of selecting, implementing and using these types of systems.
The unit introduces students to fundamental EMS concepts of transparency, real-time functioning and process orientation. Students will have the opportunity to gain “hands-on” practical experiences with EMS to reinforce how these types of systems are utilised to automate, integrate and manage an organisation’s business processes while at the same time reinforcing the theoretical concepts covered in this unit.
The objective of the unit is to provide students with sufficient knowledge of EMS so that they can appreciate the role of these systems and their functionality in supporting a company’s strategy and core business processes.
Assessment
Quizzes, Case study.
BUS110 Quantitative Methods for Business
This subject provides students with an introduction to statistics. The ability to accurately collect, analyse, and interpret data, is an essential skill in businesses today.
In this unit, students are introduced to basic statistical methods and practice and their role in business and organisational decision-making. The unit explores various data types and methods of sampling and collection.
It examines graphical and numerical statistical methods and introduces concepts such as probability, inference, distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing.
Assessment
Tutorial quizzes, Practical exercises.
ICT140 Database and Systems Design
This subject introduces students to the fundamental principles of database systems, including how organisations structure and manage corporate information within the data processing lifecycle.
Students translate business requirements into conceptual data models using data modelling tools and techniques, which are then transformed into relational databases, applying normalisation techniques.
Students manipulate data and logical structures in a relational database management system using SQL, a domain-specific query language. The concepts and issues related to contemporary database technologies with their applications and information security are also examined to underpin current industry practices.
Assessment Tasks:
Student engagement, Tests, Data modelling and SQL assignment, Practical examination
ICT130 Networking Essentials
This subject provides students with essential data communications and networking concepts. Students develop a sound foundation for each layer of the OSI model, including their architecture, workflow, properties, purpose, and functions.
They also explore the principles and mechanisms required to transmit data across a network starting from the physical layer, all the way to the top, the software platform.
They examine the workflow executed during this transmission, implement and configure various network protocols within a simulated environment using industry-known networking tools.
Assessment Tasks:
Student Engagement, Tests, Practical Assignments.
ICT125 Programming Fundamentals
This subject introduces programming using Python. It discusses fundamental programming concepts such as variables, functions, recursion, data structures, and objects in an interactive way, using Jupyter Notebook.
Each week, students further develop their problem-solving skills and algorithmic capabilities. They do so by tackling practical issues, many of them relevant to cyber security and implementing their approach in a Python program.
The importance of ethics and sound software engineering practices, in particular documentation, testing and debugging are continuously reinforced throughout the entire unit.
Assessment Tasks:
Student Engagement, Tests, Programming Assignments, Practical Examination
Elective 1
Students must pick two of the following electives as part of their level 100 studies:
BUS100 Accounting for Business
BUS103 Introduction to International Business
BUS104 Business Marketing
BUS105 Communications
CYB101 Introduction to Cyber Security
Level 100 CYB and BIS subjects
*Electives can be selected from all AIBI HE courses.
Elective 2
Students must pick two of the following electives as part of their level 100 studies:
BUS100 Accounting for Business
BUS103 Introduction to International Business
BUS104 Business Marketing
BUS105 Communications
CYB101 Introduction to Cyber Security
Level 100 CYB and BIS subjects
*Electives can be selected from all AIBI HE courses.
Year 2 (Level 200)
BUS201 Data Analytics
This subject provides students with an introduction to data analytics. In this unit, students will lay the groundwork necessary for today’s data analysis practices including data process chain, data warehousing, descriptive and predictive analyses, Business Intelligence process flow, and Data Mining.
In addition, students will build a solid foundation in various Business Intelligence frameworks, architectures, applications, tools, and management practices.
Students will further develop the essential knowledge to elaborate on the trends and implications of traditional, modern and next-generation data analytics solutions.
Through real-world case studies, students will apply critical thinking skills to develop data analytics solutions that map out business metrics, employing a data-driven approach and business intelligence tools and platforms used in international business and cybersecurity contexts.
Assessment
Quizzes, Case study, Mid-trimester Exam.
BUS204 Accounting Systems
This subject provides an understanding of the relevant business processes, transactions, information flows, internal controls and reports in accounting function within an enterprise management system’s (EMS) context.
It equips students with the knowledge and skills required to work with an accounting system software solution.
In addition, students will be able to understand and analyse the potential impact of emerging technologies such as block chains, distributed ledgers, artificial intelligence, forensic accounting and continuous reporting on accounting processes in enterprise management systems (EMS).
Assessment
Quizzes, Project, Skills test.
MGT203 Production and Service Delivery Systems
This subject provides students with an introduction to the systems that support the production of goods and the delivery of services in modern organisations.
Students examine how enterprise management systems are used to plan, schedule and control production and service operations, including demand and capacity planning, material requirements planning, and quality management.
Using appropriate EMS software, students explore the related master data, process flows and reports, and evaluate how integrated systems improve efficiency, responsiveness and customer value in manufacturing and service organisations.
MGT204 Inventory and Asset Management Systems
This subject provides students with an introduction to the key concepts of inventory and asset management systems. Inventory and asset management (IAM) processes are concerned with the storage and movement of materials within an organisation.
This unit, using appropriate EMS software, will review and elaborate on the IAM-related goods movements, related organisational data and master data. It will also examine IAM processes triggered by procurement, fulfilment and production operations. Inventory accuracy, and periodic and physical count processes will be examined.
The second part of the unit will focus on the key stages of the asset lifecycle. In particular, the unit will investigate the operational stage, debating the maintenance strategies and the related master data, and use the appropriate EMS software platform to simulate breakdown and planned maintenance workflows.
Assessment
Quizzes, Software simulation, Case study.
BUS205 Business Research Methods
This subject broadens students’ knowledge and skills relating to business research methods that could be employed to assist managers in making important business decisions.
Students are introduced to the process of business research necessary to address different types of business problems. Students gain understanding on quantitative and qualitative research methods, identify business problems, design, and apply suitable research methodology to provide relevant information for management decisions.
The subject will discuss sampling, measurement, data collection methods, collation, analysis, and reporting. Finally, the presentation of research findings will be discussed.
Elective 1
Students must pick three of the following electives as part of their level 200 studies:
BUS203 Business Process Management
MGT201 International Law and Politics
MGT202 International Strategic Management
MGT205 Entrepreneurship and Innovation
MGT206 Business Law
MGT208 Organisational Behaviour and Change
Level 200 CYB and BIS subjects*
*Electives can be selected from all AIBI HE courses. For students who are keen to undertake BIS or CYB elective subject(s) at level 200 or higher, please consult with the Dean for approval. Students must meet the prerequisite requirements to undertake those subjects.
Elective 2
Students must pick three of the following electives as part of their level 200 studies:
BUS203 Business Process Management
MGT201 International Law and Politics
MGT202 International Strategic Management
MGT205 Entrepreneurship and Innovation
MGT206 Business Law
MGT208 Organisational Behaviour and Change
Level 200 CYB and BIS subjects*
*Electives can be selected from all AIBI HE courses. For students who are keen to undertake BIS or CYB elective subject(s) at level 200 or higher, please consult with the Dean for approval. Students must meet the prerequisite requirements to undertake those subjects.
Elective 3
Students must pick three of the following electives as part of their level 200 studies:
BUS203 Business Process Management
MGT201 International Law and Politics
MGT202 International Strategic Management
MGT205 Entrepreneurship and Innovation
MGT206 Business Law
MGT208 Organisational Behaviour and Change
Level 200 CYB and BIS subjects*
*Electives can be selected from all AIBI HE courses. For students who are keen to undertake BIS or CYB elective subject(s) at level 200 or higher, please consult with the Dean for approval. Students must meet the prerequisite requirements to undertake those subjects.
Year 3 (Level 300)
BUS302 Sales and Logistics Systems
This subject provides students with an introduction to sales and logistics systems.
In a globalised world, effective and efficient logistics and sales processes and related information management are critical to maintaining competitive advantage and sustained growth.
This unit equips students with an understanding of the concepts, transactions, processes, information flows and reports in the efficient and effective management of outbound logistics and sales processes in an enterprise-wide management system’s context.
It imparts students with the knowledge and skills to perform related information management transactions, processes and reports and covers topics such as pre-sales, sales order processing, delivery, transportation management and customer service in enterprise management system software solutions context.
It will allow students to understand and analyse the opportunities, impact and challenges in the exploitation and potential use of emerging management trends such as lean operations, analytics, Social media, automated warehousing and technology trends such as RFID, Blockchains, Internet of Things, Robotics and Artificial intelligence in managing logistics processes in business organisations.
Assessment
Quizzes, Group project, Application test.
BUS304 Procurement Management Systems
This subject provides students with an understanding of procurement processes and the enterprise management systems that support them.
Students examine the end-to-end procure-to-pay cycle, including purchase requisitions, supplier selection and evaluation, purchase orders, goods receipt, invoice verification and payment, together with the related organisational and master data.
The subject also explores strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, e-procurement, and the ethical and sustainability considerations that shape procurement decisions in a global context.
MGT301 Global Supply Chain Management
This unit provides students with an introduction to global supply chain management.
Supply chain management is the management of relationships in the network of organisations, from end customers through original suppliers, using key cross-functional business processes to create value for customers and other stakeholders.
The ability to accurately forecast demand for products and services is central to supply chain management.
The aim of this unit is to debate the fundamental processes of supply chain management – demand forecasting and inventory optimisation – in terms of demand-driven forecasting, the dynamic balancing of customer demand and systems capability.
While the unit gives an overview of supply-driven inventory management, it does not go into the details of warehousing or inventory control.
Rather, the emphasis is on a review of demand-driven forecasting and how inventory management is shaped by demand forecasting.
The overall aim is to assess a methodology that combines data, analytics and an understanding of contemporary supply chain process optimisation.
Assessment
Tutorial participation, Quizzes, Case study, Project
MGT302 Extended Enterprise Management Systems
Organisations are extending their enterprise systems, beyond operational management, to a more high-level strategic focus both internally and externally to the organisation to support strategic decision-making and performance management.
This subject provides an overview of the characteristic domains such as functions, processes, performance reports and strategic features addressed by various extensions of enterprise management systems such as supply chain management (SCM), customer relationship management (CRM), product life cycle management (PLM), business process management (BPM) and business intelligence (BI).
It will introduce students to various contemporary technologies and emerging business trends and equip them with the knowledge and skills to evaluate the application of these technologies to extend the capabilities of enterprise management systems.
Assessment
Class Assessment, Group Research Paper.
MGT304 Human Capital Management Systems
This subject introduces students to the systems organisations use to manage their most important asset: their people.
Students explore how human capital management modules within enterprise management systems support organisational management, personnel administration, recruitment, time management, payroll, and talent and performance management.
The subject also examines workforce analytics, data privacy, and the role of integrated HR systems in aligning people management with organisational strategy.
CAP301 Capstone Project
An important element of success in business organisations today is the ability to undertake research-based projects.
Such projects might seek to describe an organisational environment, identify issues, or suggest solutions to an identified problem relevant to the program they have been enrolled in.
This subject builds upon students’ previous study in their program and offers an opportunity to focus on a relevant area of interest through a formal research-related project.
Students in this subject will learn about the principles of effective research and conduct a short research project on a topic of interest based upon or influenced by their areas of interest within their program.
The subject is in two parts. In the first part, students either learn about the fundamentals of organisational research or have a refresher course to ensure that all students in the unit have the same level of preparation.
They also work with the subject coordinator to develop an agreed research topic. In the second part, they conduct their major project.
During this period, they will also meet and consult regularly with the unit coordinator to discuss their project progress.
Assessment
Participation, Research Report and Presentation Part 1&2
*Please note that this capstone project is worth 20 credits.
Elective 1
Students must pick one of the following electives as part of their level 300 studies:
BUS301 Business Strategy
BUS303 International Marketing
BUS305 International Trade and Finance
MGT303 Business Leadership in a Global Context
MGT305 Sustainability in Business
Level 300 CYB and BIS subjects*
*Electives can be selected from all AIBI HE courses. For students who are keen to undertake BIS or CYB elective subject(s) at level 200 or higher, please consult with the Dean for approval. Students must meet the prerequisite requirements to undertake those subjects.
Entry Details
Fees & Scholarships
Domestic students may be eligible for FEE-HELP; a loan scheme offered by the Australian Government that assists eligible students in paying for their higher education tuition fees.
Additionally, you may be eligible for one of our domestic scholarships, which rewards people who demonstrate resilience, passion and desire to achieve.
Speak to our team regarding our course fee structure, or scholarship options.
Eligibility Criteria
Age at Time of Course Commencement
- 17 or older
Early Entry Program
- Students undertaking Year 12 in Australia are encouraged to apply for our Early Entry Program. All applicants must be currently in Year 12 and eligible to receive an ATAR.
For more information on admissions criteria, visit our Applying to AIBI HE page.
Fees & Scholarships
Contact our team regarding our course fee structure, and payment options.
Eligibility Criteria
Age at Time of Course Commencement
- 18 or older
Education
- Year 12 Completion (or equivalent). Requirements differ per country.
English Proficiency:
- ELTS: 6.0 Overall (no band less than 5.5, or equivalent)
- PTE: 52 Overall (no band less than 50, or equivalent)
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Frequently Asked questions
How will my classes be delivered?
How long is each academic year?
Each academic year includes three trimesters, each lasting 12 weeks.
What will my class schedule look like?
We normally hold your classes across 2 days. For instance:
Tuesday: Classes from 9 am – 12 pm and then 1 pm – 4 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm and then 4.30 pm -7.30 pm.
Thursday: Class either from 9 am – 12 pm, 1 pm -4 pm or 4.30 pm -7.30 pm.
Can I work while I study?
If you’re an international student, you can work 48 hours per fortnight during ongoing terms, and unlimited hours during holiday breaks.
Domestic students do not have a working cap.
Where are your campuses located?
We have campuses located in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth.
You can view our campuses online, or request an in-person campus tour.
Is attendance mandatory for orientation?
Yes, your attendance is mandatory for orientation.
You will receive more details on your orientation after you receive your COE.