Master of Information Systems-083580K

Master of Information Systems

Central Queensland University (CQU)

CRICOS CodeCRICOS Code:083580K
Course TypeCourse Type:Masters Degree (Coursework)
Central Queensland University (CQU)

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2026
  • Total Tuition Fee79,380 AUD
  • Fee Per Academic Year39,690 AUD
  • Course Duration2.0 Year (104 weeks)
  • Last Updated07-11-2025
Introduction
CQUniversity's Masters of Information Systems is an ideal course to advance your career or expand your expertise in information system processes, providing you the skills to contribute to future organisational growth and change.In this course, you will focus on building highly sought-after skills in enterprise systems solutions including emerging technologies, big data and business intelligence to enhance management and organisational performance. You will then be able to tailor your studies even further to suit your career goals with a choice of seven minors including a unique opportunity to study a unit sequence allowing you to graduate with both a Master of Information Systems and a Graduate Certificate in Project Management.Accredited by the Australian Computer Society, this highly practical and industry-relevant degree will provide you with leading-edge knowledge and skills and features the option to complete a 12-week internship or capstone project.The Master of Information Systems provides you the opportunity to extend your knowledge and skills in information technology, with a focus on business analysis skills at a professional level. Within this highly relevant framework you will be well prepared to contribute to future growth and change, whilst at the same time enhancing your individual advancement opportunities. This course develops your capacity to manage the functional responsibility for choosing, implementing and maintaining information systems within an organisation in any industry. Choose from a range of minors including artificial intelligence, internet of things, mobile application development, networks and information security, project management, or software design and development and tailor your studies to suit your career goals and interests.This course will provide you with the choice of completing an internship or project stream to contextualise your learning. Generally, the internship will be made of up a 10-week placement with a relevant organisation, with assessments completed throughout the term. Please note, internships cannot be taken at your current employer. Alternatively, the capstone stream provides the opportunity to apply your knowledge to an industry-relevant project. Projects in the capstone stream may be taken with your employer, provided other students can also participate in the same project. Designed to meet the requirements of industry and future-proof your career, all units have been aligned to the Australian Computer Society (ACS) core body of knowledge.
Course LinkCourse Link:https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/699782/master-of-information-systems?audience=INTERNATIONAL
Key Dates
2025
2026
  • Start Date03-10
  • Start Date07-14
  • Start Date11-10

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2026 year(s)
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6.0
Speaking
6.0
Reading
6.0
Writing
6.0
Overall
6.0

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