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 Education’s Graduate Employability 2020. (Source: ge.mohe.gov.my/)
Duration of Study
3 Years
Course Mode
Full-time
Course Location
Kuala Lumpur
Intakes
January, May and September
About the program
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.
Assessments
Coursework percentage and written examination percentage.
Career Prospect
In the world of computing, qualified graduates with the appropriate skills and aptitude are high in demand. Our graduates are qualified to pursue the following positions:
- System Analysts
- Database Developers
- Database Administrators
- Web Developers
- IT Consultants
- IT Support Engineers
- IT Project Managers
- Business Analysts
Subjects Offered
Year 1
- Business Accounting
- Business Communication
- Microeconomics
- Introduction to Internet Technologies
- Statistics and its Applications
- Macroeconomics
- Concept of Analysis & Design
- Java Programming 1
- Fundamentals of Marketing
- Fundamentals of Management
- University Life (MPU- U2)
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 1
Year 2
- Analysis & Design
- Java Programming 2
- Visual Basic .NET
- Operating Systems
- Research Methods in Computing
- Database Systems
- Networking
- Multimedia Programming
- Creative Problem Solving
- Software Project Management
- Business Law – Malaysian Perspective (MPU-U3)
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 2
Year 3
- International Business
- Issues in Database Design
- Technopreneurship
- Independent Project 1 for BIS
- Strategic Management
- E-Commerce
- Management & Information Systems
- Independent Project 2 for BIS
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 3 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 3
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
Entry Requirement
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
Foundation
Minimum CGPA of 2.0
STPM
Minimum 2 principals (C) (CGPA 2.0) in 2 subjects and pass in Mathematics and English at SPM Level
A-Level
Minimum 2 D’s in 2 subjects and pass in Mathematics and English at SPM Level
UEC
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
Canadian Pre-U
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)
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
TOEFL IBT
42
Pearson Test of English
47
MUET
Band 3
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