Bachelor of Information Technology in Business Systems
Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences - Information Technology and Computer Sciences
Purpose and Rationale
Qualification Overview
Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to enable learners to follow a career in Information Technology specifically related to the design of business solutions, using technology, to address the skills demand in industry and to enable graduates to enter the industry as business solution specialists.
Qualification Design:
- The qualification supports the logical progression of learning throughout by introducing learners to basic concepts, theories, and fundamental knowledge in the first year and progressing to more complex skills in the second and third years.
- It facilitates critical learning through exposure to specialized learning areas supported by relevant IT and business areas.
- Two distinct knowledge tracks are developed: information technology and business practice, which merge in the third year.
- Practical work is emphasized in the second and third years for learners to apply theoretical knowledge and test solutions.
- The qualification focuses on solution design and consultation, not on technical solution development.
Information Technology Track:
- Covers various aspects of IT on an introductory to intermediate level.
- Introduces problem-solving, program design, network architecture, databases, and business information systems.
- Aims to provide a full understanding of IT as an enabler for business to formulate IT solutions for business challenges.
Business Practice Track:
- Equips learners with knowledge of how businesses function and critical factors for business success.
- Includes topics like finance, economics, business practice, and management principles.
- Progressively incorporates more complex topics from the second and third year and emphasizes application and testing of solution designs.
Both tracks are integrated in the second and third years through modules like Business Analysis Project and Business Analysis, aligning with key areas specified in the BABOK for students to pursue CBAP® certification exams.
Career Opportunities:
- Solutions Architect
- Information Systems Analyst/Manager
- Database Administrator
- IS Consultant
- Information Technology Business Analyst/Manager
- Business Systems Analyst
- ICT Solutions Consultant
- Information Systems Architect
- Business Solutions Project Manager/Coordinator
This qualification offers opportunities for graduates to further studies in IT management or systems analysis and design.
Outcomes
- Demonstrate wide and general knowledge and understanding of the major key fields within the Information Technology discipline.
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of the critical success factors of modern business.
- Demonstrate the ability to assess and evaluate business processes, functions and operations from a technological perspective.
- Demonstrate the ability to design or adopt and implement cost effective IT solutions to given or contextual abstract problems related to a business environment.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform requirements and gap analysis to help inform solution design.
- Demonstrate the ability to analyse business and corporate strategies in the context of Information System strategy.
- Demonstrate the ability to function effectively and ethically as a responsible business leader and contribute to the economic welfare of a business in a team.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1
- Identify information technology practices and standards in various business systems contexts.
- Utilize current technical concepts and practices in core information technologies applied to business systems.
- Identify and evaluate current and emerging technologies that may impact business systems success and efficiency.
- Identify key characteristics of computer network infrastructures.
- Apply life-cycle systems.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2
- Identify and analyze business problems from a technological perspective.
- Plan and exercise basic research in the field of Information Technology.
- Identify economical and financial factors influencing profitability and corporate well-being.
- Define modern business principles, practices, and processes.
- Identify different business functions and their role in business success.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3
- Assess business problems, components, operations, or processes and propose technology-based solutions or improvements.
- Demonstrate an understanding of how IT systems can enhance business processes and functions.
- Identify potential risks associated with solutions and propose risk management measures.
- Produce comprehensive documentation for proposed IT solutions.
- Determine IT hardware, software, and networking requirements for proposed solutions.
- Propose implementation plans for new systems based on project management principles.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4
- Discuss the application of IT systems in various business operations and functions.
- Identify software development methodologies and life-cycles.
- Define how ICT can improve business efficiency.
- Demonstrate knowledge of IT systems security and its application to business processes.
- Discuss the financial impact of IT systems on business.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5
- Demonstrate the ability to perform gap analysis on business systems to achieve given business objectives.
- Use project management principles to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Perform ICT requirements analysis to meet business requirements.
- Identify the requirements and applications of database systems to support business objectives.
- Create business IT requirement documents specifying gaps where ICT systems can be used.
- Create documents explaining IT systems processes and procedures for IT and business personnel.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6
- Evaluate the relationship between information systems strategy, business strategy, and organizational strategy.
- Formulate information systems strategies to align and support business and organizational strategy.
- Formulate implementation and deployment plans for new systems.
- Identify the effect of information systems on business operations.
- Identify and evaluate IT funding and financing strategies.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7
- Demonstrate the ability to lead a team.
- Provide ethical business leadership and consultancy.
- Evaluate business patterns and statistics for effective business decisions.
Integrated Assessment
- Formative Assessment: Continuous feedback on progress in achieving learning outcomes.
- Summative Assessment: Judgement of learning in relation to Exit Level Outcomes through examinations, projects, reports, or portfolios of evidence.
- Integrated Assessments: Designed to integrate the achievement of exit level outcomes and demonstrate applied competence.
Qualification Details
- Type
- National First Degree
- NQF Level
- 07
- Min. Credits
- 376
- SAQA Source
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