Information Technology Strategy and Management

Course aim

To develop an understanding of the role of strategic management of IT, particularly in relation to evaluating emerging technology and trends and adopting a critical approach to strategic decisions.

Course content

An introduction to Information Technology strategy and management considerations including: governance models for organisational Information Systems, processes of strategy formulation and implementation, current issues in Information Technology management, quality assurance, modern management and planning strategies, equity and ethical issues relating to or resulting from Information Technology.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
INFS 1021	Systems Analysis

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Seminar	2 hours x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Seminar	2 hours x 13 weeks
EXTERNAL, CITY WEST, ONLINE
Online (Online materials and monitored discussion boards and other on-line interactions)	N/A x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Assignment 1 - Individual Case Studies, Assignment 2 - Group Case Study, Examination

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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