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Bachelor of Business (Information Systems Major)

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Do you like the idea of developing innovative systems to support business? Study information systems in the Bachelor of Business degree.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor

About this course

Do you like the idea of developing innovative systems to support business? Study information systems in the Bachelor of Business degree.

Course structure

As an information systems student, you'll explore business process and data management, cybersecurity and IT risk analysis, and the impact and opportunities of digital technology in organisations.

Year 1

In the first semester, you take four core courses that cover fundamental business concepts:

In Semester 2, you study:

You may also take another course related to information systems, and also start to take the first courses from your second major, minor(s) or elective courses.

Year 2 & 3

You learn how to analyse and model business processes, design and implement databases, and manage projects.

Information systems courses may include:

You also continue to take courses from your second major, minor(s) or elective courses.

Workplace experience

Work integrated learning is the final part of your degree and takes place in your final semester. You can choose to do a placement in an organisation of your choice, do a virtual internship or complete a research project, bringing together your learning and gaining valuable experience.

Recent placements included:

  • Bridgestone NZ
  • LG Electrics NZ
  • Mainfreight
  • Open Systems Specialists
  • Optimation New Zealand
  • Quantium Solutions NZ Ltd
  • Sovereign
  • Vodafone NZ
Want more info about work integrated learning at AUT?

Read more about workplace experience in AUT programmes, how it works and why it's so beneficial when you start your career.

Workplace experience in AUT programmes

Build your degree

Use our online tool to build your own degree and see what your three years of study could look like.

https://www.aut.ac.nz/study/study-options/business/courses/bachelor-of-business/business-information-systems-major

Skills you will develop

The outcomes for graduates of this major are outlined in the Graduate Profile below.

Graduate Profile

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Current students looking for specific requirements for business majors should refer to Canvas.