Bachelor of Information Technology (Big Data and Analytics)
International College of Management, Sydney
CRICOS provider number: 01484M TEQSA provider ID: PRV12025
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About
The ICMS Bachelor of Information Technology (Big Data and Analytics) is an innovative undergraduate degree meeting the industry’s growing demand for experts in Big Data, Analytics, and Intelligence.
The accelerating digitisation of business is reshaping every sector of the economy. With globalisation, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI) on the rise, organisations worldwide are bracing for a surge in opportunities alongside inevitable threats. A nimble, adept workforce is needed to confront these emerging challenges.
These rapid transformations present a plethora of new avenues for graduates showcasing digital fluency and competency, highly sought-after skills both in Australia and across the globe. Graduates can help organisations make informed decisions, gain a competitive advantage, improve efficiency, enhance the customer experience, and manage risks effectively in today’s data-driven world.
The ICMS Bachelor of Information Technology (Big Data and Analytics) offers:
- 26-subjects in total
- 12 core IT subjects
- 8 specified elective subjects
- 4 elective subjects
- 2 Work Integrated Learning (WIL) subjects.
The degree emphasises professional development through project management studies and real-world experience, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to become leaders in the dynamic field of Big Data and Analytics.
Professional Placements
Built into the Bachelor of Information Technology (Big Data and Analytics) qualification are two Work Integrated Learning (WIL) subjects, competed over two trimesters, in which students complete a Professional Placement. This is also sometimes called an ‘Internship’.
In the study period prior to the first WIL subject, our team of consultants work to secure a suitable placement that is the best fit for our student’s unique skills, interests and professional goals.
That means that ICMS graduates have work experience on their CV; a network of contacts; and the confidence to jump straight into their chosen career.
Areas of study
AI and machine learning, applied data mining, big data systems, business data analytics, computational thinking and algorithms, data governance, data visualisation and storytelling, web and text analytics, Plus a range of specified and general electives.
Career opportunities
ICT Business Analyst, Database Administrator, Database Analyst, Data Analyst, Data Mining Officer, Data Warehouse Administrator, Data Centre Support Specialist, Information Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst
Fees and charges
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Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Aspire Institute does not use selection ranks for admissions.
Recommended studies: Completion of NSW HSC (or equivalent) with a minimum Band 2 in English Standard or English EAL/D and a Band 2 in any one of the following suggested equivalent subjects including Mathematics Standard 2, Business Studies, Economics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Legal Studies, Financial Services or Business Services.
ICMS does not use ATAR selection ranks for admissions. Applicants are assessed on performance in individual HSC (or equivalent) subjects and prospective applicants may be contacted by ICMS to attend an interview.Domestic undergraduate admission criteria.
Additional selection criteria: A personal application interview may be required.
ATAR: ATAR is not a requirement.
Applicants with higher education study
Refer to the ICMS general admission criteria.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
Refer to the ICMS general admission criteria.
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Further information
View all details of this course on the ICMS website.
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ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
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