This course introduces methods and theory for the development of data warehouses and data analysis using data mining. Topics cover data quality, methods and techniques for preprocessing data, modelling and design of data warehouses, conceptual foundations of classification, clustering, association rule analysis, and non-coding application of analysis software.
This course describes how to use information systems to gain competitive advantage and navigate the business process re-engineering required when adopting new technology.
This course explains how elements of Adaptive Business Intelligence (ABI)—which includes methodologies, architectures, tools, applications, and technologies aimed at accessing data from multiple sources, transforming these data into information, and then into knowledge—can be used to enhance managerial decision making. The curriculum emphasises strategic reasoning, data pipeline design, algorithmic logic, and practical business case analysis.
This course introduces you to the evolution and structure of e-commerce. We will: analyse the business models and applications of e-commerce; explore the technologies that support internet commerce; understand and implement electronic payment systems; analyse transaction security, cryptography, and privacy concerns and design and implement e-commerce systems using modern tools and architectures.
This course provides advanced knowledge and practical skills in Information Systems (IS) Auditing. Students examine IT audit principles, audit processes, technological innovation audits, comparative innovation assessments, and information security audits. Emphasis is placed on risk- based auditing, governance, control evaluation, and strategic assessment of IT environments.
This course introduces learners to the concepts, design, implementation, and application of collaborative technologies in the global community. Students explore different types of collaborative tools and platforms used to support communication, teamwork, knowledge sharing, and virtual communities. The course also provides foundational practical skills in planning, installing, configuring, and managing collaborative systems such as Microsoft SharePoint and cloud-based collaboration tools. By the end of the course, learners will understand both the theoretical foundations and basic practical implementation of collaborative environments.
This course provides a foundation in Content Management Systems (CMS) and how they are used to design, manage, and publish websites. We will explore and compare WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal, and complete a practical project by developing an E-commerce website using WordPress and WooCommerce.
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This course introduces you to strategies, processes, personnel roles, and digital practices used to manage Information Systems (IS) within modern enterprises, with emphasis on e-business and e- commerce environments.
The purpose is to equip you with foundational knowledge and practical understanding of managing Information Systems in organisations within a short, focused timeframe.
This course is designed to provide you with a thorough understanding of enterprise communications systems and the supporting networks.
This course is designed to equip you with the requisite knowledge and skills necessary to conduct a successful IT Audit.
This course provides a broad understanding of Information Systems (IS), seen within organisational and societal contexts. The aim is to provide students with an appropriate balance of technical and organisational perspectives to serve as the basis for any further study in the field. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Express a logical understanding of what an Information System is, and how the components of an Information System synergise.
Describe and differentiate the functions and features of various types of (mainstream) Information Systems: Decision Support System; Expert System, Artificial Intelligence System; Knowledge Based System; Financial Information System; Executive Support System; and Manufacturing Information System.
Explain the significance (importance) of using various types of information systems.
