Course outline. Code: EMB756 Title: Managerial Informatics

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1 Faculty of Arts, Business and Law Teaching Session: Session 3 Year: 2018 Course Coordinator: Gavin Keely gkeeley@usc.edu.au Consultation Times: As advised on Course outline Code: EMB756 Title: Managerial Informatics 1. What is this course about? 1.1 Course description Information & Communications Technology (ICT) has evolved from supporting business functions to an important strategic role. Many organisations are becoming increasingly aware of the potential of ICT to improve competitiveness. It is important for managers to have a good grasp of the issues relating to ICT as this will allow organisations to be in a better position to successfully integrate new technology and use it strategically. The approach taken in this course is one of presentation of relevant issues via material provided and candidate activities such as case study analysis. 1.2 Course content Information systems in global business and Global e-business Strategy: Ethical and social issues IT infrastructure and emerging technologies Foundations of Business Intelligence: Databases and information management Telecommunications, the internet and wireless technology and securing information systems Achieving operational excellence and customer intimacy: Enterprise Applications E-commerce: Digital markets, Digital goods and Knowledge Management Enhancing Decision making Building Systems Project management: Establishing the business value of systems and managing change 2. Unit value 6 units

2 Page 2 3. How does this course contribute to my learning? Specific Learning Outcomes Assessment Tasks Qualities On successful completion of this course you should be able to: Identify and discuss the major issues and emerging technologies with respect to ICT management and their impact on business. Identify issues of culture, society and politics in managing international information systems. Explain the relevance of a range of business analysis frameworks to ICT strategic and undertake an ICT strategic analysis of an organisation. Discuss the interaction of managers, end-users and IT experts in ICT strategic analysis. You will be assessed on the learning outcome in task/s: 1 and 2 Knowledgeable. Engaged. Completing these tasks successfully will contribute to you becoming: 2 Creative and critical thinkers. Sustainability-focussed. 1 Knowledgeable. Sustainability-focussed. 1 and 2 Creative and critical thinkers. Ethical. 4. Am I eligible to enrol in this course? Refer to the Coursework Programs and Awards - Academic Policy for definitions of pre-requisites, corequisites and anti-requisites 4.1 Enrolment restrictions Must be enrolled in BU Pre-requisites 4.3 Co-requisites 4.4 Anti-requisites MBA706 or INF Specific assumed prior knowledge and skills N/A

3 Page 3 5. How am I going to be assessed? 5.1 Grading scale Standard High Distinction (HD), Distinction (DN), Credit (CR), Pass (PS), Fail (FL) 5.2 Assessment tasks Task Assessment Tasks No. 1 Strategic analysis of ICT alignment and impact 2 Technology futures assessment Individual or Group Weighting % What is the duration / length? When should I submit? Individual 50% 2000 words Monday, Week 4 Individual 50% 1000 words Monday, Week 7 100% Where should I submit it? SafeAssign SafeAssign Assessment Task 1: Strategic analysis of ICT alignment and impact Goal: In this assessment task you will use the frameworks of risk, Portfolio, and Life Cycle Management to strategically analyse the current ICT management maturity from your own organisation or a case study organisation selected by yourself. Product: A Report outlining the current state of ICT management maturity across 3 domains: IT Risk Analysis. System Lifecycle Management Change Portfolio Management Format: In undertaking this assignment, you have the choice of analysing: Your own organisation. Or the case study organisation selected by yourself. Criteria Identify and discuss the major issues identified with current maturity assessment. Recommend areas of improvement that will address any issues identified. Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Communication Applying technologies Assessment Task 2: Technology futures assessment Goal: In this assignment you will demonstrate your understanding of potential future technology pathways and their impact on business. Product: Technology futures assessment Format: 2-page Infographic Criteria Demonstrate understanding of key concepts as they apply to emerging area Demonstrate competency in presenting information in a concise format Identify and demonstrate business impacts Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Communication Problem solving Information literacy

4 Page Additional assessment requirements Plagiarism In order to minimise incidents of plagiarism and collusion, this course may require that some of its assessment tasks, when submitted to, are electronically checked through SafeAssign. This software allows for text comparisons to be made between your submitted assessment item and all other work that SafeAssign has access to. Eligibility for Supplementary Assessment Your eligibility for supplementary assessment in a course is dependent of the following conditions applying: a) The final mark is in the percentage range 47% to 49.4% b) The course is graded using the Standard Grading scale c) You have not failed an assessment task in the course due to academic misconduct 5.4 Submission penalties Late submission of assessment tasks will be penalised at the following maximum rate: 5% (of the assessment task s identified value) per day for the first two days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. 10% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the third day 20% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the fourth day and subsequent days up to and including seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. A result of zero is awarded for an assessment task submitted after seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. Weekdays and weekends are included in the calculation of days late. To request an extension you must contact your course coordinator to negotiate an outcome. 6. How is the course offered? 6.1 Directed study hours EMBA 18 hours in distributed block format on campus 6.2 Teaching semester/session(s) offered Session Future offerings are yet to be determined. 6.3 Course activities Teaching What key concepts/content will I Week / learn? Module What activities will I engage in to learn the concepts/content? Directed Study Independent Study Activities Activities 1 It s a risky business - Managing Risk, IT Governance, Legal and Regulatory Issues 2 Managing Information Systems Systems Lifecycle management and dealing with Technical Debt 3 The Business of Change Change Portfolio Management 4 Assessment Task 1 due

5 Page 5 5 Exponential Data. The challenges and opportunities of the data explosion 6 The Security Conundrum Hacking, espionage, and business continuity 7 Blown to BITS - IT as a force for change new disruptive technology Assignment Task 2 due Please note that the course activities may be subject to variation. *Public Holidays Labour Day - Monday 7th May What resources do I need to undertake this course? 7.1 Prescribed text(s) 7.2 Required and recommended readings Lists of required and recommended readings may be found for this course on its site. These materials/readings will assist you in preparing for tutorials and assignments, and will provide further information regarding particular aspects of your course. 7.3 Specific requirements 7.4 Risk management There is minimal health and safety risk in this course. It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with the Health and Safety policies and procedures applicable within campus areas. 8. How can I obtain help with my studies? In the first instance you should contact your tutor, then the Course Coordinator. Additional assistance is provided to all students through Peer Advisors and Academic Skills Advisors. You can drop in or book an appointment. To book: Tel: or studentcentral@usc.edu.au 9. Links to relevant University policies and procedures For more information on Academic Learning & Teaching categories including: Assessment: Courses and Coursework Programs Review of Assessment and Final Grades Supplementary Assessment Administration of Central Examinations Deferred Examinations Student Academic Misconduct Students with a Disability

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