Bachelor of Science – Business Information Systems

Working in the world of information systems can be exciting and rewarding, as businesses today are becoming more and more reliant on information systems to support innovation, decision making and day-to-day operations. The innovative use of information systems can transform organisations, and successful enterprises require hybrid individuals and analysts who can evaluate and use the tools, gauge the risks and provide the key insights and sound direction for strategic business planning.

The content is structured in ways that develops your understanding of the business challenges of an enterprise, and your ability to conceive and manage solutions which are increasingly ICT-dependent. You will integrate your skills of problem solving and information systems modelling with your knowledge of business processes and environments to map explicitly on to modern technology. You will be able to consult on, support or develop the technological platforms of an enterprise to achieve competitive advantage, building a career in roles ranging from systems developer to business manager.

You will gain from experience in working with others while tackling realistic scenarios and case studies. You will be actively involved in a range of learning, teaching and assessment approaches. Such active approaches aim to put you at the centre of your learning so you are involved and engaged in all aspects of your assessment and learning.

Teaching and learning practices include lectures, supervised practical laboratory work, seminars and tutorials, guided individual and group research, coursework assignments, practical assignments, and project work.

Your learning will be assessed through a variety of means including essays, reports, presentations, quizzes, individual and group coursework assignments, practical laboratory exercises and tests, examinations, and informal individual and group work during supervised seminars, tutorials and labs.

WHY PURSUE A BIS PROGRAMME AT VVU?

Our BSc Business Information Systems degree prepares you for a wide range of varied careers. As a graduate you will have excellent career prospects and the range of potential employers will be vast across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. There is also the potential to work as a self employed entrepreneur. Our careers service offers you a range of support both while you're studying with us – and after you've graduated.

Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates from Valley View University would be gainfully employed in the following fields of endeavour:

·      Banking and finance

·      Marketing and advertising companies

·      Business analysts: Business architect, enterprise-wide information specialist,

·      Software development: application programmer, software architect, system programmer/engineer.

·      Systems analyst: Product specialist, systems engineer, solutions specialist, technical designer.

·      Accounting Technical sales: Sales manager, account manager, sales executive.

·      Technical support: Helpdesk support, operations analyst, problem manager.

·      Network engineering: Hardware troubleshooting and repairs, network designing.

·      Technical consultant: IT consultant, application specialist, enterprise-wide information specialist.

·      Web developer: Web designer, web producer, multimedia architect, internet engineer.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

Applicants must have one of the following academic requirements in order to be admitted to the degree programme:

·      WASSCE Candidates: Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) relevant elective subjects.

·      SSSCE Candidates: Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) relevant elective subjects.

·      GCE Candidates:

1.    Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language and Mathematics plus three (3) relevant elective subjects.

2.    Passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Also, the applicant must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject (for Science students).

Other diploma and certificates deemed equivalent to (1) or (2) by NAB/GES of the above will be considered on merit.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

·      HND holders: Applicant must have graduated with a good HND certificate (i.e. at least 2nd Class Lower Division). In addition, the applicant must have acquired a 2-year post HND qualification working experience. HND applicants in Computer Science, Information Technology, and Information Systems will be admitted at level 300 while other related programmes will be admitted at level 200.

·      Mature Students: Applicants lacking the necessary academic qualifications may be considered for admission at level 100 if they are 25 years and above and have demonstrated relevant professional and working experience. Applicants will also be required to attend an interview to determine their eligibility for the programme.

·      Transfer of Credit: This will be handled as stated in the University’s academic bulletin. 

HOW TO APPLY:

1.    Apply Online (for FREE) at admissions.vvu.edu.gh

2.    Download application forms from www.vvu.edu.gh for completion.

3.    Secure application forms from any of VVU Campuses and Centres, and from all Seventh-day Adventist (S.D.A.) Church Regional Headquarters/Conferences and or all Regional Post Offices.

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