BATS5201 - Financial Statement Analysis
Overview
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of Management Information Systems (MIS) and their role in supporting organizational operations, managerial decision-making, and strategic planning.
The course examines how information systems are used to collect, process, store, and distribute information across different levels of management (operational, tactical, and strategic) to enhance organizational effectiveness and competitive advantage.
Students will explore the integration of business processes and information systems across key functional areas such as accounting, marketing, operations, and human resources, and understand how data is transformed into meaningful information for decision-making.
The course also introduces fundamental concepts of system components, data management, databases, and enterprise systems (ERP), as well as emerging technologies such as business intelligence and digital platforms that support modern organizations.
Emphasis is placed on system analysis, evaluation, and design, including identifying information needs, assessing system effectiveness, and proposing improvements aligned with organizational goals. Students will also examine information quality, system risks, data security, and ethical issues related to the use of information systems.
Through case studies, practical exercises, and a project-based approach, students will develop the ability to analyze organizational information needs, evaluate existing systems, and propose MIS solutions that support effective decision-making and business performance.
Pre-requisites:
Learning Hours Composition:
- 42 hours face-to-face learning consisting of 14 sessions of lecturing, tutorial, and workshop activities.
- 28 hours of Structured Learning and Guided Discussions.
- 65 hours of Independent and Practice-Based Learning.
Managing Faculty:
Credit Point:
3 Credit(s)
Learning Hours:
45 hours x 3CPs = 135 hours
