This course gives students a thorough grounding in the management of technology in an organisational context, placing particular emphasis on the Chief Information Officer perspective. The unit material complements applied student knowledge with a theoretical technology management foundation. Topics are presented from a textbook and, where appropriate, relevant readings from the contemporary literature are used to present competing points of view. Topics include the information system in the organisation, information system planning, enterprise systems in context, systems to support operations and management, policy development and directive management, and technology economics. Students are introduced to the practical aspects of this area through a series of organisational case studies.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Appraise BIS strategic planning and management principles, concepts, and theories;
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of BIS strategic planning and management theories and current quality research associated with the specific topics covered in this course;
- Apply evidence in formulating best practice BIS strategic planning and management analysis;
- Contrast internal and external dimensions of BIS strategic planning and management by applying appropriate theories, models, examples, and personalizations;
- Communicate effectively in oral and written forms about BIS strategic planning and management principles, concepts and theories, and their application using appropriate comparisons, logic, arguments, and reflections;
- Apply ethical judgment in best practice BIS strategic planning and management analysis, consistent with the ACS Code of Ethics;
- Undertake an applied BIS strategic planning and management team research project that formulates longer term BIS strategy and constructs medium-tactical term plans and technical solutions.
Research-Led Teaching
Students are encouraged to engage with contemporary management studies and literature as part of their course participation and learning activities. ANU provides world-class library facilities so that students have the best access to high quality peer reviewed literature.
Field Trips
Not applicable.
Additional Course Costs
Not applicable.
Examination Material or equipment
Not applicable.
Required Resources
Not applicable.
Recommended Resources
Course textbook is IT for Management (11th Edition or 12th Edition) - e-Book, Turban, Pollard and Wood, Wiley & Sons.
The course textbook (11th Edition) is available on ANU library website as an e-resource with details placed on the Canvas website.
Other resources will be provided on the Canvas course website as necessary.
Staff Feedback
Students may be given feedback in the following forms in this course:
- Written comments - assessments, emails, course website discussion boards
- Verbal comments - assessments, workshops, consults, face-to-face interactions
- Feedback to the whole class, to groups, to individuals, focus groups
Student Feedback
ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.Other Information
Support of students: The University offers a number of support services for students. Information on these is available online from http://students.anu.edu.au/studentlife/.
Class Schedule
| Week/Session | Summary of Activities | Assessment |
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| 1 | Business Information Systems - An Organisational View
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| 2 | Business Architecture
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| 3 | Information Architecture
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| 4 | Enterprise Systems
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| 5 | A Future View
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Assessment 2 Quiz - Part 1: due in seminar |
| 6 | Service Management
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Assessment 1 Team Project - Progress Presentation 1: due in seminar |
| 7 | IT Strategy and Governance
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| 8 | Assessment 1 Team Project - Progress Presentation 2 | Assessment 1 Team Project - Progress Presentation 2: due in seminar |
| 9 | e-Commerce and m-Commerce
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Assessment 2 Quiz - Part 2: due in seminar |
| 10 | Assessment 1 Team Project - Progress Presentation 3 | Assessment 1 Team Project - Progress Presentation 3: due in seminar |
| 11 | Technical Architecture & Infrastructure
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Assessment 2 Quiz - Part 3: due in seminar |
| 12 | Our Final Seminar!!
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Assessment 1 Team Project - Report and Final Presentation:Slides due for upload by 23:59 the day before the seminar;Presentation due in seminar. |
| 13 | End of Semester Examination Period | Assessment 1 Team Project - Report and Final Presentation:Report due for upload by 23:59 on Thursday, 4th June |
Tutorial Registration
Not applicable
Assessment Summary
| Assessment task | Value | Return of assessment | Learning Outcomes |
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| BIS strategic planning and management team research project (Group - 40%) | 40 % | * | 1,2,3,4,6,7 |
| Quizzes (Individual - 3 worth 20% each = 60%) | 60 % | 02/07/2026 | 1,2,4,6 |
* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details
Policies
ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:- Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
- Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information
- Student Surveys and Evaluations
- Deferred Examinations
- Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure
Assessment Requirements
The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the Academic Skills website. In rare cases where online submission using Turnitin software is not technically possible; or where not using Turnitin software has been justified by the Course Convener and approved by the Associate Dean (Education) on the basis of the teaching model being employed; students shall submit assessment online via ‘Canvas’ outside of Turnitin, or failing that in hard copy, or through a combination of submission methods as approved by the Associate Dean (Education). The submission method is detailed below.
Moderation of Assessment
Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.Participation
This course is delivered through a 3-hour weekly seminar. Participation is expected in all course activities and assessments. Seminars will be Echo recorded and consultations will be available via face-to-face and Zoom. Attendance at seminars, lectures, and tutorials, while not compulsory, is expected in line with "Code of Practice for Teaching and Learning," Clause 2 paragraph (b). Where students will not be able to attend a seminar, lecture and tutorial, they should advise the Convenor and discuss how to address the learning materials instead.
Examination(s)
Not applicable.
Assessment Task 1
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4,6,7
BIS strategic planning and management team research project (Group - 40%)
Description: This is. a team task for which the deliverables are 3 progress presentations, in Weeks 6, 8 and 10, and a final presentation with accompanying report presented in Week 12. Teams are required to formulate a longer-term BIS strategy and construct medium-term tactical plans and technical solutions.
The first two progress presentations will be capped at 10 minutes duration, and the third at 15 minutes duration. The final presentation will be capped at 20 minutes in duration. The upper word limit for the report is 3000 words. The rubric will include an item assessing effective communication, which includes concision. The word limit has been set on the assumption of concise writing. Presentations that exceed the time cap will be stopped, and report submissions that exceed the word limit will not have the excess content read or considered towards the mark.
Marking criteria: Submissions will be assessed against the learning outcomes and criteria described in the assessment brief. Further details will be provided in Canvas two weeks before Week 1 of the semester. The progress presentations will account for 14 of the 40 marks allocated to this assessment. The final presentation will account for 10 marks, and the written report 16 marks. AI tools may be used to assist in the preparation of the presentations and report. Each presentation must contain a slide explaining the contribution made by AI and by each group member. Similarly, the report must contain an appendix with this information.
Due date: Progress presentations due: 23:59 Tuesday, 31st March, 21st April, 5th May, and final presentation materials due 23:59 on 26th May. The written Report is due by 23:59 on Thursday, 4th June. Slides for the presentation and the report to be submitted via Canvas, and presentations will be conducted the following day in class.
Feedback: In class, and within 5 business days for the progress presentations. Feedback on the final presentation and the report will be available after the release of final marks for the course.
Late submission is not permitted for this assessment task. Requests for Extension and for Extenuating Circumstances applications should be submitted via ANUHub.
Assessment Task 2
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,4,6
Quizzes (Individual - 3 worth 20% each = 60%)
Description: In-class, closed-book conducted using Canvas. Use of AI and translation tools not permitted. The questions will require short, mostly less than 50-word, answers. Answers will be marked as correct or incorrect.
Due: The quizzes will be submitted during the seminar in Weeks 5, 9, and 11.
Weighting: 60% in total, with each quiz being weighted at 20% of the final mark.
Further information: Further information will be provided on Canvas two weeks before Week 1 of the semester.
Feedback: Interim results will be provided in Week 6 (by 31 March) and Week 10. The final mark will be released on Canvas when the course results are released on 2nd July.
Late submission is not permitted for this assessment task. Requests for Extension and for Extenuating Circumstances applications should be submitted via ANUHub.
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a core part of our culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically. This means that all members of the community commit to honest and responsible scholarly practice and to upholding these values with respect and fairness. The Australian National University commits to embedding the values of academic integrity in our teaching and learning. We ensure that all members of our community understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with. The University has policies and procedures in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Visit the following Academic honesty & plagiarism website for more information about academic integrity and what the ANU considers academic misconduct. The ANU offers a number of services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. The Academic Skills and Learning Centre offers a number of workshops and seminars that you may find useful for your studies.Online Submission
Use of Turnitin: Unless an exemption has been approved by the Associate Dean (Education) submission must be through Turnitin.
Lodgement: You may be required to electronically sign a declaration as part of the submission of your assignment. Please keep a copy of the assignment for your records.
Identification: On all assignments you should only give your student number as identification; your name should not be included anywhere in the file.
Hardcopy Submission
For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.Late Submission
Individual assessment tasks may or may not allow for late submission. Refer to the details for each assessment item. Policy regarding late submission (where applicable) is detailed below:
- Late submission not permitted. If submission of assessment tasks without an extension after the due date is not permitted, a mark of 0 will be awarded.
All requests for Assessment Adjustment (including Requests for Extension and for Consideration of Extenuating Circumstances) should be submitted via ANUHub.
Referencing Requirements
The Academic Skills website has information to assist you with your writing and assessments. The website includes information about Academic Integrity including referencing requirements for different disciplines. There is also information on Plagiarism and different ways to use source material. Any use of artificial intelligence must be properly referenced. Failure to properly cite use of Generative AI will be considered a breach of academic integrity.
Returning Assignments
All assignments will be marked and/or returned according to the timeline specified under ASSESSMENT SUMMARY.
Extensions and Penalties
Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure The Course Convener may grant extensions for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.Resubmission of Assignments
You are allowed to resubmit your assignments before the specific deadlines. Any submission done after the deadline will be considered as a late submission and the above listed penalty conditions will apply.
Privacy Notice
The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information. In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service — including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy. If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.Distribution of grades policy
Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes. Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.Support for students
The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).- ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
- ANU Diversity and inclusion for students with a disability or ongoing or chronic illness
- ANU Dean of Students for confidential, impartial advice and help to resolve problems between students and the academic or administrative areas of the University
- ANU Academic Skills and Learning Centre supports you make your own decisions about how you learn and manage your workload.
- ANU Counselling Centre promotes, supports and enhances mental health and wellbeing within the University student community.
- ANUSA supports and represents undergraduate and ANU College students
- PARSA supports and represents postgraduate and research students
Convener
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Research InterestsBusiness information systems, technology management, project management, Cybersecurity |
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Ed Russell
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Instructor
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Shima Farazmehr
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