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0 Introduction

1.1 Background

IM 245 - Bachelor of Information Science (Hons) Information System Management

Bachelor of Information Science (Hons) Information Systems Management (IM245), this

programmed recognizes information as a strategic resource. It is designed to educate and train
students with knowledge and skills in managing information. It involves analyzing, designing,
developing, and managing various types of information systems for identifying, acquiring,
organizing, storing, and retrieving as well as disseminating information for users' strategic and
competitive purposes.

The program objective are to fulfill the market needs for competent information system manager
that in all ultimately contributes towards the social and national growth, fulfill the manpower
needs of professionally qualified information personnel for the development of the nation and in
support of vision 2020, educate Bumiputeras to become information professionals who are
competitive, creative, proactive and versatile, enable graduates to become catalysts in the
promotion of reading habits in line with the development of knowledge-based society, provide
academic and professional programs which are of high quality, innovative, up-to date, and
relevant to industrys needs and provide quality teaching with the continuous support of
practical, research, publishing and consultancy work.

A 7498 - Bachelor of Information Science (Hons) Information Technology Management

Bachelor of Information Science (Hons) Information Technology Management this three-year

programme provides students with a strong foundation in information systems applications
development as well as its related management and organisational issues. Students will be
familiarised with the application of information system development knowledge to plan, design
and manage IT resources for various ICT projects, teams or organisations. The faculty believes
that such knowledge is essential not only for the effective utilisation of the information systems
technology, but also in the holistic approach of planning, developing, controlling and operations
of the systems. The purpose is to produce graduates who are knowledgeable in the
components of information technology and are capable of planning, designing and managing
the information technology resources necessary for any projects, teams or organisations.

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 1.2 Definition of Term

1. Technopreneur : A new age entrepreneur who makes use of technology to come out
with something new or make some innovation. Once the person succeeds in it, they
exploits thier achievement in the market to make money. A technopreneur also operates
business differently from any other businessman.
2. Beta Level : 1st year of degree program
3. Gamma Level : 2nd year of degree program
4. Delta Level : 3rd year of degree program
5. Business Intelligent : It refers to technologies, applications and practices for the
collection, integration, analysis, and presentation of business information. The purpose
of Business Intelligence is to support better business decision making.
6. Information Assurance : It is a steps involved in protecting information systems, like
computer systems and networks.
7. Data Mining : It is a process used to turn raw data into useful information. By using
software to look for patterns in large batches of data and data mining depends on
effective data collection and warehousing as well as computer processing.

1.3 Issues of Problem

Facilities & Resources:

1. The design of the teaching labs and networked monitor environment.

2. Technical books use among students.

Cultural Issues

1. The use of English Language.

Curricular Issues :

1. Electives subject.

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 1.4 Purpose

The purpose of this evaluation is to investigate whether it would be useful for future
development and to know and understand the differences, similarities and learning styles
among student as part of the University students. Besides, it is also to compare the learning
styles of students from University Technology MARA (UiTM) and Multimedia University (MMU).
A analysis was conducted to identify the implicit styles, differences and similarities embedded in
course descriptions. Results will showed differences and similarities between the UiTM student
course and MMU students course. This evaluation also to determines whether the program is
operating as planned or not and gives us reliable information to improve our program and
teaching method to students and also lecturers. It is also to provide data on whether a program
works and why, which parts of it are effective and which need improvement, whether it is the
best use of our course.

1.5 Scope

The overarching aim of this evaluation is to examine the different and similarities of
Bachelor of Information Technology Management by Multimedia Univeristy (MMU) Malaysia and
Information System Management by University Technology MARA (UiTM) Malaysia. This
evaluation also to provide an overview and analysis of the subject taken, fees, location of
campus and facilities between the both University. This evaluation took part between the
student only. It also to identify any significant issues related to the approaches being developed
in MMU education and the UiTM education. Other than that, it also to identify areas in which
further development could be supported and achieved.

1.6 Solution

Facilities & Resources:

1. The design of the teaching labs need to be improved so that the lecturer can have better
visual contact with the student and the students screen. The lecturer should also be
allowed to control what is on the students screen by implementing a networked monitor
environment.

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 2. Technical books used in highly specialized classes should be made available to the
students in time for their classes.

Cultural Issues :

1. The use of English Language. It becomes an impediment to the participation of the

students in the classroom. This can partially explain the shyness of Malaysian
students. It may also be a reason why there are fewer Malay students at MMU. They
would prefer to go to a public university where Bahasa is generally the medium of
instruction.

Curricular Issues :

1. More relevant electives should be made available to the students.

2.0 Findings

2.1 Result Summary

The brief overview of the entry requirements, location, duration of study and differences,
similarities in subject associated with Bachelor of Information Science (Hons) Information
Technology Management by Multimedia University (MMU) and Bachelor of Information Science
(Hons) Information System Management by University Technology Mara (UiTM) represents an
introduction to the context and background of the topic of the evaluation. The following topics
consider the differences and similiarities in both University that have taken place in recent years
in the learning and teaching environment, and some of the critical issues and recommendations.

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 2.2 Comparison

2.2.1 Differences between Course (Subject)

MMU (Subject Program) UiTM (Subject Program)

Mathematical Techniques (TMA1111) Information Analysis for decision Making

(IMS502
Computer Programming (TCP1121) Library Skills (IMC406)
Operating System (TOS1141) Multimedia for Information Professional
(IMS547)
Discrete Mathematics & Probability (TAO1211) Foundation of Information Management
(IMC402)
Computer Architecture & Organisation Management Of Internet Resouces & Services
(TAO1221) (IMC407)
Ethics & Professional Conducts (TEP1241)
Object-Oriented Progamming (TOP2121)
Financial Accounting for Managers (TFA2141)
Technopreneur Venture (TV2161)
Software Engineering Fundamentals
(TSE2231)
Business Intelligence
Technology Transfer
Enterprise Resource Planning

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 2,2,2 Similarities Between Course (Subject)

MMU (Subject Program) UiTM (Subject Program)

Database Systems Database Application for Information

Management (IMS506)
Data Communications & Networking Data center Operational & Service
Data Structures & Algorithms Algorithms & Data Structures (IMS506)
System Analysis & Design System Analysis for Information Management
(IMS502)
Management Advanced Web Design & Content
Management (IMS507)
Human Computer Interaction Information System Interaction & Consultation
Organisational Behaviour Legal & Ethical Aspects of Info. Management
Information Systems Development Foundation of Information Management
Management Information Systems Information Systems Management (IMS552)
Information System Audit Support Service & Maintenance for
Information Systems (IMS455)
Marketing & E-Commerce Introduction to E-Commerce (IMS503)
IT Project Management Methods & Tools Information Technology Proj. Management

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 2.2.3 Entry Requirements

MMU UiTM

1. Pass Foundation / Matriculation in related 1. Fulfill the General Requirement of the

field from a recognised institution, and a credit University and any other Special Requirement
in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent of the Program.
2. Pass STPM / A Level or its equivalent with 3 2. STPM Pass Grade C (NGMP 2.00) in any
principals inclusive of Mathematics and a three (3) subjects including General
credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its Studies/Papers; and Pass SPM/ Equivalent
equivalent with Credit in Bahasa Malaysia and English
3. Pass UEC with minimum of grade B in a and Pass Mathematics/ Additional
least five (5) subjects inclusive of Mathematics Mathematics
and English Diploma of information Management / other
4. Pass Diploma in a related field from a Diploma from UiTM or from other institution
recognised institution with minimum CGPA recognized by Malaysian government
2.50 and a credit in Mathematics at SPM Level 3. MUET Level 2
or its equivalent
5. Pass any other Diploma in science and
technology or business studies from
recognized institution with a minimum CGPA
of 2.50 and a credit in Mathematics at SPM
Level or its equivalent may be admitted
subject to a rigorous internal assessment
process.

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 2.2.4 Mode Duration

MMU UiTM

1. Full time: 3 years 1. Full time: 2 years - 3 years

2. Part time: 4 years - 5 years

2.2.5 Location

MMU UiTM

1. MMU Melaka Campus 1. UiTM Machang Kelantan Campus

2. UiTM Puncak Perdana Shah Alam Campus

2.3 Test Criteria

1. Entry Requirements
2. Course
3. Location
4. Duration of Study

2.4 Method of Investigation

Method of the investigation that I use is researching. Its involves gathering and analysing other
peoples opinions or scientific findings in order to answer a question about what I want to seek
or to provide background information in order to help explain observed events.

A few stage that I use is in the research process is, Firstly, focusing and planning. It means that
I find a questions relevant to the direction of the research are generated. Secondly is sourcing
information. I find a appropriate resources and using a range of different sources of information
helps to ensure the evaluation are commonly accepted. Thirdly is analysis. I organised the

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information and then analysed to ensure that valid conclusions can be drawn from it. Lastly is
make a report because every research or evaluation must be reported.

2.5 Constraint/Limitation

Although the research has reach its aim is, within which my findings need to be interpreted
carefully and some limitations of this study should be mentioned. First, the result of this study
may not be completely generalizable because some of the information needed was restricted
and can be access only by the student of the University. Other than that is, time constraints. The
time given to do this review was very limited and constraint. I need to manage the time carefully
in order to complete this evaluation. Due to the time constraint it will affect the process of
constructing solution for this problem. Besides, I also faced a difficulty in collecting the data or
the information from the website and other material.

2.6 Assumption

I personally believe that the key to the success of University role in the educational is its must
success in creating a rich and dynamic learning and teaching environment within the University
itself. As has been observed universally there is some generally lack of physical and
technological infrastructure. The other challenge is upgrading the quality of the human resource.
This is only possible through a careful consideration of the human factor

2.7 Implication

As I observe between this two course Information Technology Management from the MMU and
Information System Management from UiTM can give an impact towards the better country
development. The Implication of it for example the creation of new types of jobs. After the
student graduate it can provide an interesting jobs for the student such as computer
programmers, systems analyzers, hardware and software developers and also web designers.
These are some of the many new employment opportunities created with the help of Information
Technology and Information System.

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3.0 Conclusion

3.1 Recommendation

For the recommendation, I suggest that for both University need to creates and
maintains the online services and websites and also maintains all equipment and the computer
labs. Beside that, they also need to update their subject or course if necessary and do the
implementation expenses. It is because to integrate the information system it require pretty
good amount of cost in a case of hardware, software and people. Hardware and software and
some other services should be rented or bought and supported. Each of the students also need
to be trained with unfamiliar information technology and software.

3.2 Rational

The rational of my recommendation is because as we know much of the global economy

can now only be functional through the use of information technology. For example the delivery
of electronic information by using computers and telecommunications it comes with an elegant
iteration, multimedia, the delivery of electronic information through the use of sound (audio) and
moving images (video) again through computers and telecommunications. So Universities need
to consider what are the tools, technology, teaching methods, relevant subject and etc for their
students in order to provide a successful in their education.

3.3 Cost & Benefit

Based on my opinion I think that this program or course if it need to be change or update
it will cost the University to change their course outline and subject for example they need to
choose the suitable software for certain subject that required student to used the software.
Besides, they also need to faced the direct software development costs and costs associated
with technical support and maintainance. For the benefit is they can provide a better education
for their student and it also can help in globalization and cultural gap which means by
implementing information systems we can bring down the linguistic, geographical and some
cultural boundaries. Furthermore, sharing the information, communication, knowledge and
relationships between different countries, languages and cultures will becomes much easier.

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 3.4 Next Step

The next step or future development is I suggest that we nee to implement IT education
in all the primary schools in Malaysia so we will have an entire generation of young Malaysians
who will understand, embrace and participate in this complex journey. There are many factors
that will determine its success besides education. They dont need to wait until their go to
Universities to learn about the Information Technology and Information System.

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APPENDICES

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