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On completion of this module, students should:
• Understand the concept of information and describe how information systems are used today in finance, including the technological, human resources, and organisational components of information systems.
• Appreciate the management issues that arise in the use of information and communication technology.
• Be aware of the ethical concerns that information systems raise in society and how to how to mitigate risks arising from the use of information technology.
• Understand how ICT can be integrated with business analytics techniques to provide decision support in business.
• Be aware of emerging technologies that can enhance the decision making capability of an organisation.
Computer Hardware, Networks, Telecommunications
The Internet and Web
Mobile technology and cloud computing
Internet of Things
Decision Support
Business Intelligence
GIS, Enterprise Systems
IT risk
Information security
Data Protection
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 24 |
Specified Learning Activities | 36 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 48 |
Total | 108 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Essay: Term Paper | Coursework (End of Trimester) | n/a | Graded | No | 30 |
Multiple Choice Questionnaire: MCQ tests | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 35 |
Continuous Assessment: Computer practical tests and assignments. | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 35 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | Yes - 2 Hour |
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Online automated feedback
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