Information Systems in Context Learning Guide 20141

Information Systems
in Context
Unit Number: 700000
2014
Learning Guide
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Last amended:
February 2014
Acknowledgements
Authors: Claire Lewin, Frank Gutierrez
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Table of Contents
You and this unit .......................................................................................... 4
How to use this Learning Guide ................................................................. 4
What is expected of you ............................................................................ 4
Attendance .............................................................................................. 4
Online learning ......................................................................................... 4
General conduct and behaviour .................................................................. 4
What you can expect from the teaching team ........................................... 5
Student instruction and feedback ................................................................ 5
General conduct and behaviour .................................................................. 5
Policy and how it affects you ..................................................................... 5
What is Academic Misconduct? ................................................................... 6
What is Non-academic Misconduct? ............................................................. 6
Raising concerns ....................................................................................... 6
About the Unit .............................................................................................. 7
An introduction to this unit ....................................................................... 7
Aim of the unit: Information Systems in Context ...................................... 7
Outcomes ................................................................................................ 7
Unit Content ............................................................................................. 8
Workload ................................................................................................. 8
Assessment details ....................................................................................... 9
Assessment schedule ................................................................................ 9
Assessment Task (1): .............................................................................. 10
Overview ................................................................................................10
Details ....................................................................................................10
Overview ................................................................................................11
Section ....................................................................................................... 21
Unit structure .......................................................................................... 21
Theory, Practical and Assessment Timetable .......................................... 21
Learning resources and information ........................................................... 22
Overview of learning resources ............................................................... 22
People who can help ............................................................................... 22
Teaching Team ........................................................................................22
Librarian .................................................................................................23
Student Learning Unit...............................................................................23
Online learning support ............................................................................23
References .............................................................................................. 23
Essential Text ..........................................................................................23
Further Resources ....................................................................................23
Learning Materials....................................................................................24
UWS website current students ............................................................ 24
Referencing requirements ....................................................................... 24
Staff ........................................................................................................ 24
Glossary of terms ....................................................................................... 25
Unit terms ............................................................................................... 25
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Section
You and this unit

How to use this Learning Guide
This Learning Guide supplements the unit outline and is designed to help you navigate through the unit. It
will help you focus on what you need to do to prepare for lectures, workshops, online activities as well as
the various assessment tasks undertaken throughout the unit. You should consult the relevant section of
this Learning Guide as you plan your study.
What is expected of you

ATTENDANCE
The unit has one two hour lecture and one two hour tutorial each week. Additional tutorials may be
specified by the unit co-ordinator for students who have not completed the required work. Attendance at all
classes is compulsory.
ONLINE
LEARNING
This unit incorporates several online components. Lecture PowerPoint slides, assessment information,
announcements from the lecturer and/or tutors and additional readings will be available through vUWS.
The www.mymislab.com site is used for the tutorial training and assessment modules. This site also
provides further theory information, practice quizzes and tests and videos which the student may access to
further their learning.
GENERAL
CONDUCT AND BEHAVIOUR
Students are required to:
ensure they have obtained relevant unit outlines by the second week of the teaching session
regularly and actively participate in scheduled educational activities (such as lectures,
tutorials, practicals and online activities)
give honest, helpful and courteous feedback to their lecturer(s)
make every effort to undertake the work required to successfully complete their units of
study
submit their own work and material for assignments and other assessment tasks
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not indulge in any behaviour that disrupts the teaching and learning environment, or
negatively affects fellow students and College staff, and understand the College will take
action against such behaviour, and
treat College property with due care and report any damaged or broken equipment.
What you can expect from the teaching team

STUDENT
INSTRUCTION AND FEEDBACK
The Information Systems in Context teaching team is committed to assisting students to achieve their
learning goals. As part of this commitment, the team can be expected to:
prepare for each teaching session

ensure that students understand unit requirements and material
be available to assist students during set consultation times, and
provide constructive feedback on assessments.
GENERAL
CONDUCT AND BEHAVIOUR
The teaching team can also be expected to:
immediately report any issues or concerns related to student academic and non-academic
misconduct to the Program Co-ordinator
address student concerns and queries regarding the Information Systems in Context unit
and College policies, and
treat all students and staff equitably, with courtesy and respect, according to College policy.
Policy and how it affects you

The College has a number of policies that relate to teaching and learning. Important policies affecting
students include
Assessment Policy
Examinations Policy
Special Consideration Policy
Misconduct Student Academic Misconduct Policy
Misconduct Student Non-academic Misconduct Policy.
These policies can be found in your UWSCollege Handbook.

There are two policies that relate to misconduct academic and non-academic misconduct. Breaches of
these policies can have very serious consequences. It is essential that you are familiar with these policies and
how to avoid misconduct of any type.
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The University also has policies which apply to UWSCollege students. Details of these policies can be
found on the UWS website.
WHAT
Review of Grade Policy

Assessment Practice Fundamental Code
Enrolment Policy (includes a section on the UWS Student Email Account)
Bullying Prevention Policy and Guidelines, and
Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy.
IS
ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT?
Academic misconduct may involve plagiarism, collusion or cheating. Plagiarism involves submitting or
presenting work in a unit as if it were the students own work when, in fact, it is not. Collusion includes
inciting, assisting, facilitating, concealing or being involved in plagiarism, cheating or other academic
misconduct with others. Cheating includes dishonest conduct (or attempted dishonest conduct) in exams.
For the full definition of academic misconduct and the consequences of such behaviour, you are advised to
read the Misconduct Student Academic Misconduct Policy in its entirety in the UWSCollege Handbook.
There are many resources to help you avoid academic misconduct. The Tertiary Studies Skills (TSS) class
can help with referencing and can assist you with academic writing and plagiarism. If you are unsure about
any of your work, you should also ask your tutor or lecturer for advice and feedback.
WHAT
IS
NON-ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT?
Non-academic misconduct includes unlawful activities and crimes, falsifying documents (like a medical
certificate or academic records), harassing other students (or staff), stealing or damaging university property
(like library books or computers) and disrupting other students or staff. These are just some of the types of
academic misconduct and while these things are rare they do happen. If you believe you have been the
victim of non-academic misconduct or you are aware of any academic misconduct, it is very important that
you report it.
Details concerning Non-academic misconduct can be found in the UWSCollege Handbook.
Raising concerns
If you have concerns about this unit please first contact your workshop tutor and then your unit
coordinator. If you would prefer to speak to someone else you are advised to follow the action described in
the flow diagram in the UWSCollege Handbook.
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Section
About the Unit

An introduction to this unit
Aim of the unit: Information Systems in Context
This unit aims to give students the ability to recognise and expound about business information
systems with regard to type, function, and purpose, and the frameworks within which these systems
are used. Topics in this unit include Information Systems fundamentals; computer hardware and
software; organizational information systems; managerial support systems; information systems
development and acquisition; data and knowledge management; electronic commerce;
telecommunications and networks; network applications; wireless and mobile commerce; the internet
and the web; ethics, privacy, security and computer crime.
This will be complemented by hands-on use of computers to utilise popular application software packages in
a graphical user interface environment. Through these experiences students will gain a basic understanding
of the uses of computers and the skills necessary to use popular applications software including wordprocessing, spread sheet, presentation and Internet tools and services.
OUTCOMES
A student who has completed this unit and achieved a passing grade should be able to:
1. Recognise and identify an information system with regards to its type, functionality, role and
impact.
2. Recognise and explain the role of management, information system professionals and endusers when developing and implementing information systems in a business environment.
3. Recognise and discuss the implications of contemporary issues affecting business information
systems.
4. Recognise the structure and business uses of data, information and knowledge banks.
5. Demonstrate a competency with common business application packages and to present written
information to an appropriate professional level.
6. Take responsibility for his/her personal learning (knowledge acquisition and learning
processes) and make a significant contribution to the group learning processes.
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UNIT CONTENT
Topic
Weeks 1-12
Time Allocated
24 Hours Total
Key Issues in Information Systems,

Applications of IS in Business
Data representation and Information management,

Data-banks, DBMS
Weeks 1-5, 8,
9,10,12
18 Hours Total
Weeks 1-8, 10, 12 14 Hours Total
Technology (Hardware, Software and Communications

Technology) as it pertains to effective management of
information
Weeks 2,3,5,7
8 Hours Total
The Internet, Intranets and Extranets in business

management
Weeks 1-3, 10,11 10 Hours Total
Using and Developing IS

Weeks 1-12
24 Hours Total
Business Challenges of the Information Age and

Emerging Trends
Weeks 1-12
Practical Skills: Office Fundamentals*, MS Word*,
Excel*, PowerPoint and Access as required for effective
Tutorials
student performance.
* Marks for these are uploaded by the end of Week 10. (Week 12 is Final
These must therefore be complete by this point for the Exam Revision)
student to get marks for the modules.
24 Hours Tutorial time;

Training ONLY can be
done out of classes.
Tests must be
supervised during
classes.
WORKLOAD
This unit carries an expectation that students will undertake a minimum of 10 hours study per week. This is
divided, on average, to:
2 hours lecture,
2 hours tutorial,
3 hours out of class work on the major assignment (the draft and final Business Reports),
1.5 hours undertaking the out of class training in the myitlab simulation and
1.5 hours studying the textbook and undertaking the optional theory quizzes.
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Section
Assessment details
This section provides detailed information about the assessment activities in this unit. You are encouraged to
use this as a guide when you are working on each assessment task.
Assessment schedule
Component
Practical
25 marks
Task
Fundamentals of
MS Office and
Word-processing
Spreadsheet Tests
Weighting
25%
Date Due
Weekly online
module tests
Weekly online
modular tests
Unit
Learning
Outcomes
Addressed
5
Mandatory
Off. Fund., Word

1-3 & Excel 1-3 by
Week 10;
PowerPoint 1 &
Access 1-3 by
Week 12
Theory
75 marks
Draft Business
Report
Final Submission
Business Report
Theory Exam
5%
Week 6
1-6
20%
Week 9
1-6
Yes
50%
Exam Week (13)
1-4
Yes
In order to pass this unit, students must:

submit the Final Submission of the Business Report
attempt the final examination, and
obtain a minimum overall mark of 50%.
Assessment Task (1):

OVERVIEW
Students will undertake training in MS Office: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. This process
will be undertaken in online simulations through MyItlab.
Part
1
2
Task
MS Fundamentals and MS Word
MS Excel
Value
25%
These Practical Skills: MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint are required for effective student
performance and will provide the basis for effective management skills in employment. The self
paced methodology (with support, guidance and monitoring from the teaching staff) reflects industry
requirements for employees, especially managers, to be self-directed and to be able to self-teach. This
is especially applicable for self learning in computer application programs.
DETAILS
Practical Skills: MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
In the weekly tutorials students will access the myitlab simulation and undertake the 11 modules:
MS Fundamentals
MS Word (Chapters 1, 2 and 3)
MS Excel (Chapters 1, 2, and 3)
MS PowerPoint (Chapter 1)
MS Access (Chapters 1, 2, and 3).
Each module has optional training (which may be accessed prior to the pre-test), a pre-test, required
training and a post-test. Students may only undertake the pre and post-tests in class under supervision.
Students who attain an 80% or higher mark in the pre-test are not required to undertake the rest of
that module. Students who achieve less than 80% are required to undertake the required training and
the post-test. The highest mark (pre-test or post-test) for that module will be recorded as the students
mark.
Tutorials are reserved for undertaking pre and post-tests. Students must undertake and complete
training out of class time. Pre-tests and post-tests must be supervised by an invigilator (teacher). They
cannot be done without being supervised by a suitable teacher.
NOTE: All students must have the textbooks before Week 2 tutorials as the code for the
Myitlab is included in the purchase of the books. If purchasing a 2nd hand copy of the texts access
to the Pearson myMISlab must to be purchased in addition to the text. These books/access must be
purchased before and bought to tutorials in week 2. Any student without the access codes in week 2 will
not be able to enrol in the myMISlab with the rest of the class and will be marked absent on the rolls.
Marks for the MyITLab modules Office Fundamentals, Word 1-3 and Excel 1-3 are entered onto the
UWSCollege marks system by the end of Week 10. These modules must therefore be complete by this
point for the student to get marks for them. All of the MyITLab modules MUST be completed by
Week 12 of the semester. This includes PowerPoint 1 and Access 1-3. Students are encouraged
to attend other tutorial classes in order to ensure that they complete the modules on time.
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Assessment Tasks (2) and (3):

OVERVIEW
The business report is an opportunity for students to apply their knowledge and understanding of the
theory of Information Systems in the business environment. This report also teaches and affirms
business writing standards (as taught in BAS) and business report structure.
Part
1
1
Task
Draft Business Report submission
Business Report
Details:
Information Systems in Context DRAFT Business Report:
Due date:
In the first 10 minutes of the students registered tutorial in

Week 6 of term.
5%
Draft submission of Business Report investigating the use of information
systems for tactical and strategic decision making at a specific site
Up to 2000 (2500 max) words
MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
To receive brief feedback on report work done thus far. The report is
not expected to be complete. Feedback will ususally advise of the overall
standard of the work done, including what has been done that is good
and how it can be improved.
Weighting:
Topic:
Length:
Structure:
Purpose:
Details:
Value
5%
20%
Information Systems in Context FINAL SUBMISSION of Business Report:
Due date:
Weighting:
Topic:
Length:
Structure:
In the first 10 minutes of the students registered tutorial in

Week 9 of term.
25%
Business Report investigating the use of information systems for tactical
and strategic decision making at a specific site
2000 (2500 max) words
MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Information management is a vital aspect of effective business processes. How information is

obtained, processed, and used will affect the survival and growth of the business.
Identify a small business, or a department within a large company to research. This may be your place
of work, family business, or other local organization but it must be local, i.e. you must be able to
physically visit the business several times during the semester. You are advised to check your choice
with your tutor before commencing the project. This must be a local, Sydney site.
The Assignment:
The Senior Management of this business has requested that you investigate the use of their
Information System(s) in relation to the business decision making for competitive advantage
and to make recommendations for changes and/or improvements as required.
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Guides for the assignment:
Remember that the focus is on the IS process for Competitive Advantage through
organizational, managerial (tactical) and strategic decision making not the technology or a
description of the business process.
To produce this report you should:
Identify and document the flow and management of information within the organization or
department and address how this impacts on decision-making in both the short and long term. It is
important to identify the different types of business decisions and the information requirements for
each.
To begin this assignment you will be required to understand the what, how and why of:
data gathering,
data processing,
information access,
quality control of information,
storage and
security issues,
as well as the use of the information obtained for:
business processes and production,
customer service, and
competitive advantage.
The role of people and technology must be discussed as well.
The Focus of this report must be on the relationship between the IS and the organizations
organizational, managerial (tactical) and strategic decisions for business growth.
Analyze the usage of the information systems:
How does this IS assist the business in their different decision making undertakings
How could it be improved to enhance current decision making processes?
What are the future directions that the business can take using their IS.?
What leverage do they currently have, or could be planned into future development to
ensure competitive advantage through effective decision making
Areas within the organization where changes to the management of the information
could be further utilized to enhance the decision making of the business.
A presentation of the report, in MS PowerPoint, is required. In this PowerPoint you should highlight
the core points identified in the report. This should be written as if you, the researcher, have been
asked to present your findings in a meeting with the management of the organization. The
presentation time that you have been given is 15 minutes and your PowerPoint presentation should
reflect this. You will not be physically presenting the report.
Report Presentation:
This report should be presented as a formal document and in a manner that will encourage business
managers to embrace the information systems and technology identified in the report. The report
should be appropriately bound and include:
Executive Summary,
Introduction,
Findings,
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Analysis of these findings, including business examples,

Recommendations,
Conclusion,
References, and
Appendices
The project is to be written in MS Word and MS Excel spreadsheets and charts are to be used to
display information. A PowerPoint presentation highlighting the core findings of the report is
required to be provided on CD. This is not included in the word count.
This project is related to both the theory and practical aspects of this unit. You are required to
undertake research, analyze, and report your findings.
The presentation of the report must reflect competency in MSWord, MS Excel and MS
PowerPoint.
The content of the report, including appendices, must indicate a sound knowledge of the use, and
impact, of information systems within the researched organization.
Quotes from books, articles, the Internet, or any other source may not (in total) comprise more than
10% of the business report and must be correctly referenced in the Harvard style. Where excessive
use of quotes, more than 10% of the report, are taken from any sources (other than from interviews
with personnel at the chosen work site) 50% of the marks available will immediately be deducted.
Deadlines: There will be NO extensions except where Calendar rules apply. Deadlines must be met
unless an acceptable medical certificate covers 25% or more of the time between the assignment and
the deadline. Other absences must be accounted for by substantiating documentation, e.g. a police
accident report or statutory declaration. Any assessment activities missed for medical, or other
acceptable substantiated reasons, must be completed by a new deadline assigned by the lecturer.
The Penalty for Late Submission of assignments: The assignment must be submitted in the first
10 minutes of the registered tutorial. Assignments presented in tutorial but after the first 10 minutes
will receive a 5% penalty. After this time, 10% of the total marks for each day (or part thereof) the
assignment is late. For assignments received more than 10 days after the due date, the assignment will
be assessed, but a zero mark will be awarded. Assignments must be submitted into Turnitin by the
due date of the hardcopy. Late penalties will apply for late submission in Turnitin.
Electronic failure causing delay: In most work submissions you have a final deadline but it is
recommended that you complete well before this time. Timely submission is your responsibility. Last
minute technical disaster will not be accepted as a reason for late submission. You are expected to be
disciplined in time management, make back-ups and always have these available for submission.
The business report must be submitted in both electronic (CD and Turnitin) and hard copy forms.
All assessment activities that are handed in must be presented to a professional standard and must:
1. for the hard copy; be submitted to the designated tutor by the due time and date. It must have the
attached cover page (including students name, ID number, assignment title and signed statement
that the work is exclusively the students own work and that there has been no plagiarism/collusion.
2. have a footer on every page with students name, ID number and page number.
3. also be submitted on CD. The same business report deadlines apply to this submission format.
Submission on disk requires that the disk be clearly labelled with student name, ID number and
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assessment activity name. This disk must be securely attached to the printed report using an
appropriate disc cover.
4. the report must also be submitted to Turnitin on the due date. Turnitin will be configured so that
you may submit at any time in the two weeks before the due date and will allow you to overwrite
with a new version of the assignment until the due date
E-mailing the report will be accepted only after consultation with the tutor. If e-mailing, send the
document as an e-mail attachment in MS Word, PowerPoint formats. The e-mail subject line must
include the student name. When sending e-mails please request an automated receipt. Where
there is doubt if an assessment activity was submitted on time, no timely submission claims will be
accepted if there is no receipt. Do not send e-mails that require that the recipient to download a
foreign alphabet.
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Business Report: Criteria & Marking Guide

Name:_______________________________ Student Number:_____________ Tutorial Day/Time:_____________ Tutor: Frank/Claire
Criteria
No to Minimal evidence of
criteria -Unsatisfactory
0 to .5-Fail
No Exec Summary
Is an Introduction (what will
happen in the report rather than
a summary of what is in the
report). Of little value to the
reader in understanding the
report content. Too short/ long.
0 to .5-Fail
No Introduction, superficial
Lacking useful information for
the reader.
Satisfactory
Good Quality
Superior Quality
Outstanding
1- Pass
Is a summary of what is in the
report but lacks depth of
discussion on
recommendations.
1.5 - Credit
report with discussion on
recommendations.
1.75- Distinction
report with in depth discussion
of recommendations. The
reader will have a good
understanding of the report
context.
1- Pass
A good progression &
satisfactory development of
the introduction.
1.5 - Credit
A logical progression & strong
development of the introduction.
1.75- Distinction
A logical progression &
excellent development of the
introduction.
2 High Distinction
report with in depth discussion
of recommendations & how
they may be applied. The
reader will have a
comprehensive understanding
of the report context.
2 High Distinction
excellent development of the
introduction.
The Literature review
Is mainly definitions rather than

discussion. A series of quotes
with no author input. Textbook
sources only.
Discusses current writing on

IS. Some citation in text (&
reference list). Demonstrates
some extra reading.
Discusses current writing on IS.

Several citations in text (&
good extra reading from a
variety of sources.
Discusses current writing on IS

in a logical manner. Several
citations used well in text (&
considerable extra reading.
The research methodology
Superficial lacking useful

information for the reader.
Explains how research was

done effectively.
Explains how the research was

done effectively.

done effectively & concisely.
Discusses current writing on IS

in a logical manner. Multiple
citations used logically in text
to develop a comprehensive
argument. Demonstrates
considerable extra reading.
done effectively & concisely.
The business context
Does not explain the business

in context. Is copy & paste of
the businesses website
information
Describes the business

context.
Describes the business context

& the business process.

& the business process & uses
appropriate diagrams.

& the business process & uses
appropriate diagrams.
Mark
Executive Summary
Complete & appropriate , not
an introduction
Mark
Introduction
Explains the context of the
report & argument
Mark
Findings & Critical Analysis
0 to 3-Fail
Fails to demonstrate minimal
knowledge of IS, misses the
point & discusses Business
Process or Hardware/software
rather than IS.
Reporting rather than analyzing
& discussing. Argument
includes definitions &
terminology only.
No appropriate diagrams, no
application of diagram to report.
3.5- Pass
Demonstrates knowledge &
context of IS but lacks clear
application in critical analysis. How, what & why but primarily
in a textbook manner that
lacks depth of understanding.
Simplistic diagrams copy of
in lecture diagram with little
application
4.5 - Credit
Develops a clear & logical
argument that addresses IS &
demonstrates understanding of
application of IS in the business
environment.
Critically discusses the findings
& makes reasonable
conclusions from these.
Sound use of diagrams with
application to the discussion.
Mark
Recommendations
0 to .5-Fail
No Recommendations
Simplistic recommendations
Recommendations (however
valuable) do not address IS
Recommendations do not come
from the findings of the report.
1- Pass
Logical recommendations that
arise from the Report but lack
depth of understanding or
application.
1.5 - Credit
Logical recommendations that
arise from the Report & the
discussion defends these
recommendations. Methods for
application are discussed.
Mark
Conclusion
0 Fail
No Conclusion.
Simplistic lacking depth
.5 Pass
A solid summary of the report.
Lacks identification or
emphasis of the main points of
the report.
.75 Credit
A concise summary of the
report. Identifies & emphasizes
the main points of the report so
the reader understands the
findings & analysis clearly.
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6 - Distinction
Develops a clear & logical
argument that addresses IS &
demonstrates deep
understanding as applied in the
business environment.
Critically discusses the findings
& makes reasonable
conclusions from these.
Excellent use of diagrams with
in depth discussion &
application to the business
researched.
1.75- Distinction
In depth & logical
recommendations that arise
from the Report. The
discussion defends these
recommendations. Sound
methods for application are
discussed.
7 High Distinction
Develops a clear, balanced &
logical argument that addresses IS
& demonstrates comprehensive
understanding as applied in the
business environment.
Critically discusses the findings &
makes logical conclusions from
these.
Excellent use of diagrams with in
depth discussion & application to
the business researched.
2 High Distinction
Comprehensive & logical
recommendations that arise from
the Report. The discussion clearly
defends these recommendations.
Excellent methods for application
are discussed demonstrating the
complexity of change & the cross
functional nature of IS.
1-Dist
A logical & concise summary of the report. Effectively identifies &
emphasizes the main points of the report in a way that has relevance
& meaning to the reader.
Mark
PowerPoint Presentation
0 to .5-Fail
No PPT presentation
Too many slides (more than 9)
Slides too full/wordy
Too many colours/fonts
Animations inappropriate
1- Pass
PPT covers main topics
Slides not overfull
Is visually pleasing
Appropriate use of animations
1.5 - Credit
PPT covers all main topics well
Slides not overfull/wordy
Good use of diagrams/pictures
1.75- Distinction
Good use of diagrams &
pictures with animation where
appropriate
2 High Distinction
Is visually pleasing & exciting
Good use of diagrams & pictures
with animation where appropriate
Mark
Level of Research
Degree & quality of supporting
evidence
Appropriateness, relevance, &
applicability of research
material to the topic
Able to utilize material to aid in
discussion.
Minimum of 6 References
with at least 4 academic
references
0 to .5-Fail
Simplistic research Wikipedia,
Google, textbook,
Newspapers
Does not meet minimum
referencing levels -minimum of
6 References with at least 4
academic references
Poor application in report.
Finding generalized - Does not
show effective research of the
specific business
1- Pass
Good basic level & quality of
supporting evidence
researched material.
Meets minimum level of
research required.
Research material appropriate
& relevant.
discussion.
Demonstrated understanding
of the specific application to
the business researched
0 Fail
.5 Pass
1.75- Distinction
Excellent & logical level &
quality of supporting evidence
that enhances the topic
discussion & demonstrates
deep understanding
& relevant.
discussion to provide balanced
& comprehensive discussion.
Demonstrated deep
understanding of the specific
researched
1-Dist
2 High Distinction
Comprehensive & logical level &
quality of supporting evidence that
enhances the topic discussion &
demonstrates deep understanding.
Research material appropriate &
relevant.
Able to utilize material in a logical
manner to aid in discussion to
provide balanced & comprehensive
discussion & critical analysis.
Demonstrated comprehensive
understanding of specific
researched.
Mark
1.5 - Credit
Sound level & quality of
supporting evidence that
enhances the topic discussion &
demonstrates understanding
beyond textbook & general
knowledge
& relevant.
discussion to give a deeper
understanding to the reader.
Demonstrated understanding of
the specific application to the
business researched
.75 Credit
Technical Content
Use of word/Excel
Simplistic use of Word

Formatting mistakes, large
unnecessary spaces
Changing font formats
No or basic use of Excel
Charts with limited ranges,
inappropriate chart type
Incorrectly formatted charts
Sound Basic Word & Excel.

Few formatting errors. Correct
use of charts, tables &
diagrams.
Diagrams constructed correctly
TOC auto generated & correct
Sound use of Word & Excel.

No formatting errors. Good,
correct use of charts, tables &
diagrams.
TOC auto generated &
formatted correctly
Diagrams constructed correctly.
Charts using multiple data
fields.
Excellent use of Word & Excel.

No formatting errors in all aspects of the document. Good, correct
use of complex charts, tables & diagrams. TOC auto generated &
formatted correctly
Complex diagrams constructed correctly.
Complex charts using multiple data fields.
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Mark
0 Fail
.5 Pass
.75 Credit
1-Dist
Presentation
Layout, use of TOC,
Headers/footers
Headings on sections
Titles & numbering on
diagrams & charts
Bound.
Poor layout.
No or incorrect TOC, Headings,
Footers, Titles, numbering...
Not Bound
Disc incorrectly labeled &/or
poorly attached
Generally untidy
Late
Bound
Disc correctly labeled &
attached
On Time
Meets all of the layout
requirements:
TOC,Headers/Footers,Headings
Titles on diagrams & charts
Presents as a professional
document
Bound
Disc correctly labeled & attached
On Time
Meets all of the layout requirements:
TOC
Headers/Footers
Headings
Titles on diagrams & charts
Presents as a highly professional document
Mark
Professional writing
Quality of writing, Use of
Diagrams.
Logical progression
0 to .5-Fail
Poor progression or
development of the report
arguments
Poor use of diagrams & charts
not introduced, titled,
discussed
Reads as written last minute.
Bound
Disc correctly labeled &
attached
On Time
Meets most of the layout
requirements:
TOC
Headers/Footers
Headings
Titles on diagrams &
charts
1- Pass
satisfactory development of
the issues.
Some citation in text &
reference list.
Submission on time & meeting
most requirements for
presentation
Mark
Spelling & Grammar
0 Fail
Meaning unclear, uses
colloquialisms, SMS &/or
grammatical /spelling errors. All
aspects of writing style require
improvement.
Reads as if submitted without
editing or proofreading
Submission incomplete/late
Sentence, paragraph structure,

spelling, grammar
Overall professional
presentation
Report Length
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Language fluent with mainly
correct spelling & grammar.
Sentence structure, clarity,
efficiency, Structure of
argument could improve
Reads as proof read
1.5 - Credit
A logical progression & sound
development demonstrating
further reading.
Good use of citations in text &
reference list
all requirements for
presentation
1.75- Distinction
2 High Distinction
A logical progression & good
Logical progression & coherent
development of the content
development of the content
demonstrating comprehensive
demonstrating comprehensive
reading, appropriate citations in reading, appropriate citations in
text & reference list &
text & reference list &
understanding of the usages of understanding of the usages of
reports.
reports.
Hard copy, Online submission
all requirements for
on time in tutorial
presentation
Formatted & presented as required
.75 Credit
1-Dist
Largely coherent, free of errors
Writing style clear, concise & error free
in spelling & grammar. Well
Coherent, well structured sentences & paragraphs,
structured paragraphs.
Language appropriate, applied well
Language appropriate,
Reads as if edited & developed over a period of time with research
Demonstrating academic writing undertaken during this development period.
skills. Reads as proof read &
Demonstrating outstanding academic writing skills.
well considered.
Reads as proof read & well considered.
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ReferencingConsistent use of Harvard
Referencing
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0 Fail
No Reference list
No references or only
prescribed text, lectures.
Inconsistent format.
Not Harvard.
No in text citation or incorrectly
used citations.
Plagiarism (0 marks
immediately)
1- Pass
Mostly correct citations in text &
list.
Consistent reference style
Harvard
No Plagiarism
Lacks depth or appropriate in
text references
Meets minimum research
requirements
1.5- Credit
Correct citations in text & list.
Harvard
No Plagiarism
Appropriate use of in text
references
Exceeds minimum research
requirements
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1.75 - Distinction
All citations correct in text &
list. well executed for
readability & consistency
Choices of quotes well
executed demonstrating a
sound understanding of using
in-text citation Consistent
reference style Harvard
No Plagiarism
requirements
2. High Distinction
All citations correct in text &
list, well executed for
readability & consistency.
Excellent choice of quotes
demonstrating a deep
understanding of using in-text
citation.
Harvard
No Plagiarism
requirements
STUDENT SUBMISSION COVERSHEET: Projects without a coversheet will not be accepted.
UWSCOLLEGE
Information Systems in Context
BUSINESS REPORT
Student Name: _______________________________ Student ID#: _________________
I acknowledge that this project is my own work, that there is no collusion with other students, past or present, and that any
work used from another source has been correctly cited and referenced (using the Harvard style) as per the University
handbook.
Signed: _________________________________ Date: ____________________
Project Criteria
Marking
Attained
REPORT:
Executive Summary
2 marks
_____________
Introduction
2 marks
_____________
Findings and Analysis
7 marks
_____________
Recommendations
2 marks
Conclusion
1 mark
_____________
PowerPoint Presentation
2 marks
_____________
Depth of research
2 marks
_____________
Technical Content
MS word/MS Excel
1 mark
_____________
Presentation
1 mark
_____________
Professional writing
2 marks
_____________
Spelling, grammar, punctuation
1 mark
_____________
References
2 marks
_____________
TOTAL
25 marks
_____________
OVERALL:
Late Penalties
10% each day late
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Section
Unit structure
Theory, Practical and Assessment Timetable
Week #
Theory Topic (Lecture)
Intro to Unit
Learning Skills
IS in the Business life of the
professional
Business Processes,
Information and IS
2
3
4
IS and Competitive
Advantage
Hardware and Software
Data & Information
6
7
Data Communications
Theory
Text
Chpt
MS Office Fundamentals
Fundamentals
MS Word
Word 1
Working with Documents

& Increasing Efficiency
Using MS Word
Working with Documents
& Increasing Efficiency
Using MS Word
MS Excel
Word 1-2
Business Report
requirements available
Out of Class MyITlab
training, Quizzes
training, Quizzes
training, Quizzes
MS Excel: Worksheet
Formulas & Function
Formulas
Excel 2
MS Excel: Worksheet
Formulas & Function
Formulas
MS Excel
MS Excel: Worksheet
Formulas & Function
Formulas, multiple
sheets, charts.
MS PowerPoint
MS Access
Excel 2

training, Quizzes
Excel 3
PowerPoint 1
Business Report due

within 10 minutes of
start of Tutorial
Out of Class Myitlab
training, Quizzes
training, Quizzes
Off Fund, Word and
Excel to be complete
training, Quizzes
training, Quizzes
3
4
5
6
Business Process Management
E-Bus and E.Com
Business Intelligence and IS

for Decision Making
9
10
Assessment Activity
Prac. Text
Chapt
Challenge test
Practical Topic
Systems Development
Word 3

training, Quizzes
Excel 1

training, Quizzes
training, Quizzes
Access 1
10
11
12
IS Management
11
MS Access
Access 2
Information Security
Management
12
MS Access
Final Exam Revision
Access 3
Last week for
MyITLab
13
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Section
Learning resources and information

As independent learners you must make choices about the resources you use to help you with your learning
activities and assessments in this unit. In the following section we briefly summarise the resources that are
available to you.
Overview of learning resources
The following table is a quick look-up guide that summarises the learning resources available in this unit.
Resources
vUWS
Assessment 1
Links to myitlab, instructions for use
myMISlab.com
Links to myitlab,
instructions for use
Myitlab simulation
Gradebook
Exploring Office 07 manual for use
with myitlab
General advice on IT and MS Office
Textbooks
MyTutor
Assessment 2
Business Report Instructions
Report Writing Guide
Marking Criteria
Theory PPT slides
Additional readings
Links to quizzes and videos on IS
application in business
Experiencing MIS information and
examples of IS in business
Specific advice on MIS in business
Assistance with professional writing and
report writing styles
People who can help

TEACHING TEAM
Your tutor should always be your first point of contact to help clarify learning activities. But if you need
more help contact your tutor or lecturer through Student Services or send contact them directly through
email. Contact details for staff, including the Unit Coordinator, are on the following page.
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LIBRARIAN
The librarian at your campus library can help with finding information and correct referencing conventions.
Call in and see the librarian any time or contact the library staff via the library home page.
STUDENT LEARNING UNIT

The Student Learning Unit organises and runs a variety of programs and courses to develop students
academic literacy, mathematics and study skills.
Visit www.uws.edu.au/campuses_structure/cas/services_facilities/slu
ONLINE
LEARNING SUPPORT
E-Learning Support for Students can be accessed through the following website:
http://www.uws.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/using_uws_online_systems/e-learning/elearning_support_for_students.
References
ESSENTIAL TEXT
Kroenke, D., Bunker, D., Wilson, D. 2012 Experiencing MIS, Pearson, Aust., second edition plus
Grauer, R., 2011 Exploring Office 2010 Brief, Pearson, New Jersey.
These texts come with access to the Pearson myMISlab included.
NOTE I: These texts are available in two package configurations

1) Value Pack 1; approximately $175
Includes Kroenke et al. standard text and eText access for Grauer
(Exploring Office 2010).
2) Value Pack 2; approximately $192
Includes standard texts for both Kroenke at al. Grauer (Exploring
Office 2010).
NOTE II: If purchasing 2nd hand copies of the above texts, access to the Pearson
myMISlab will need to be purchased in addition to the text. These books/access must be
purchased before and bought to tutorials in week 2. Any student without the access codes
in week 2 will not be able to enrol in the myMISlab with the rest of the class.
FURTHER RESOURCES
MALFROY, J. 2000, An Introduction to Writing at University, Centre for Higher Education
Development, UWS
OBRIEN, J. 2003, Introduction to Information Systems: Essentials for the Internetworked E-Business Enterprise,
10th or 11th Edition. Irwin/McGraw-Hill
PASEWARK, W. R., Sr. AND PASEWARK, W. R. Jr. 2003, Microsoft Office XP Introductory Course,
Course Technology, USA: Thomson Learning.
STAIR, R. M. AND REYNOLDS G. W. 2008, Fundamentals of Information Systems, 3rd edition,
Course Technology, USA: Thomson Learning.
SUMMERS, J. AND SMITH, B. 2002, Communications skills handbook: how to succeed in written and oral
communication, Wiley and Sons
Dictionary & Thesaurus: You should have a good quality English dictionary & thesaurus.
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LEARNING MATERIALS
Students will need to have access (either at the college or externally) to:
Computer (PC), Printing access, Internet access.
A USB flash memory drive students should bring this to each practical.
UWS website current students

The UWS student website http://www.uws.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students contains many
important links, including:
Student Administration This site contains much of the information necessary for the
administration of your course throughout your study at UWS:
http://www.uws.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/getting_help
E-learning This is your entry to all aspect of e-learning at UWS, including this units
vUWS site:
http://www.uws.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/using_uws_online_systems/e-learning
Students with a disability should visit:

http://www.uws.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/getting_help/disability_services
Referencing requirements
In this unit we use the Harvard referencing system. Examples of the Harvard System are available on the
library website library.uws.edu.au/citing.php.
Staff
Manager, Arts
Social Science and
Business
Coordinator
Lecturer/Tutor
Lecturer/Tutor
Tutors
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Dr. Theresa Wyborn

Frank Gutierrez
Frank Gutierrez
Akther Shermin
William Chivers; Patrick Davis Desmond, Preetinder Kaur & Shaleeza Sohail.
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6
Glossary of terms
Unit terms
Information Systems: The combination of hardware, software, data, processes and people that gather,
process, store, use and disseminate information.
MyITlab: The online software program which will be used in the practical simulations. Access is at
www.myitlab.com
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You and this unit

What is expected of you

CONDUCT AND BEHAVIOUR

Students are required to:

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What you can expect from the teaching team

INSTRUCTION AND FEEDBACK

prepare for each teaching session

CONDUCT AND BEHAVIOUR

The teaching team can also be expected to:

Policy and how it affects you

These policies can be found in your UWSCollege Handbook.

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Review of Grade Policy

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About the Unit

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Key Issues in Information Systems,

Data representation and Information management,

Weeks 1-8, 10, 12 14 Hours Total

Technology (Hardware, Software and Communications

The Internet, Intranets and Extranets in business

Using and Developing IS

Business Challenges of the Information Age and

24 Hours Tutorial time;

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Exam Week (13)

In order to pass this unit, students must:

Assessment Task (1):

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Information Systems in Context DRAFT Business Report:

In the first 10 minutes of the students registered tutorial in

Information Systems in Context FINAL SUBMISSION of Business Report:

In the first 10 minutes of the students registered tutorial in

Information management is a vital aspect of effective business processes. How information is

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Guides for the assignment:

To produce this report you should:

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Analysis of these findings, including business examples,

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Business Report: Criteria & Marking Guide

The Literature review

Is mainly definitions rather than

Discusses current writing on

Discusses current writing on IS.

Discusses current writing on IS

The research methodology

Superficial lacking useful

Explains how research was

Explains how the research was

Explains how the research was

Discusses current writing on IS

The business context

Does not explain the business