About BA (hons) In Business Information Systems With Cloud Computing in Dublin Business School

The BA (Hons) in Business Information Systems (Cloud Computing) degree is intended to educate and prepare students for employment in information systems or cloud computing. It will also provide students with a strong IT/IS knowledge, competence and skills in the technologies that underpin cloud computing. In relation to the specific skills requirement in the area of cloud computing, a report by Goodbody’s Economic Consultants identifies that ‘the greatest benefit of cloud computing is as a source of exports, growth and jobs for the Irish economy’. This report also identifies ‘the need for additional marketing, sales and technical staff with the relevant skills for cloud Computing, and a need for training for their current employees’

This programme will provide students with a solid understanding in the technologies and languages that are used to design and develop applications for the cloud. They will also understand the fundamental concepts and architecture of cloud computing. Students will develop key skills in the use and application of current cloud computing platforms and how they are used to deploy web and other client applications to the Cloud.

Aims & Objectives

On completion of this programme, students should be able to: 

• Demonstrate knowledge and critical awareness in the primary business disciplines and in the general field of information systems and its related technologies

• Display and use transferable, real-world, skills in a variety of business contexts

• Develop and evaluate the effectiveness of computer applications as solutions to business problems

• Evaluate the wider social, political, ethical, legal and international business complexity and concerns raised by recent developments in cloud computing

• Demonstrate a high level of competence in using a wide range of IT hardware and software tools to an industry-level standard

• Analyse situations and devise practical solutions to complex business problems utilising cloud computing technologies and methodologies

• Demonstrate skills and competencies in building web and mobile applications and the use of cloud platforms to deploy them in the cloud.

Structure

This three year, full-time course is divided into 7 modules per year. BIS students study an interesting combination of business subjects such as Marketing, Economics and Management combined with current ICT technologies such as Web, Mobile and Database Applications, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics, Network Management, and Programming languages. A key focus of this programme is to understand the connection between information systems, computer technologies and business performance.

Graduates of the BIS degree pursue a variety of career paths due to the relevant, diverse nature of skills obtained throughout the programme. BIS graduate roles include:

• Business Analysts 

• Software Developers

• Web Developers 

• Databse Administrators

• ICT Managers

• IT recruitment Consultants

The central focus of the programme is on Business Information Systems and Cloud Computing subjects. The common foundation year will feature a number of relevant business subjects, which extend the field of study to the broader business environment within which the IT and cloud computing functions are positioned. As the course progresses, learners learn to apply the various methods and techniques they have studied. They also learn to develop pragmatic solutions to real problems and how to effectively communicate information, ideas, complex problems and solutions to a range of areas.

Career Opportunities

The ICT sector in Ireland is a thriving and growing industry with the top 10 global ICT companies maintaining a presence in Ireland. It is one of the country's most prevalent employers and at present over 80,000 people are employed by such companies in Ireland. The 2014 Action Plan for jobs the ICT sector continues to be highlighted with a diverse range of areas such as cloud computing network security, localisation and testing, telecommunications and research and development being key career opportunities.

The skill set acquired in the Cloud computing stream will ensure graduates can confidently contribute to the strategic direction of their organisation, to align strategy with the unlimited potential of cloud technology and use for human resource development, financial planning, change management and the marketing of their product/service creating a competitive advantage in the market place. The programme will also provide students with a solid platform for further study/research within the field if they wish to progress to Postgraduate level.

Leaving Certificate

Under the new Common Points Scale for Leaving Certificate 2019, applicants must obtain a minimum of 2H5’s and 4 O6/H7, including a language. Some degree programmes will also require a minimum of O6/H7 in Maths. Please see individual course entry requirements for further details. 

Using the old pre 2017 grading scheme, applicants must have obtained a minimum of grade C3 in two higher-level subjects and grade D3 in four ordinary level subjects, including a language. The Maths requirement for some degree programmes is a minimum of a D3 grade.  Individual course details will outline specific entry requirements. Please ensure to check the exact details for the course of your choice.

A-Levels/GCSE

Applicants must obtain a minimum of four GCSE passes at grade C to include Maths and English plus two A-level passes at grade C or higher.

BTEC

Students applying for any QQI (formerly HETAC) honours/ordinary degree or higher certificate must have obtained a minimum of a BTEC National Diploma in a cognate area.

FETAC Applicants

Minimum entry requirements for graduates of FETAC Level 5 awards is a full FETAC award which includes a Distinction grade in at least three modules. A full FETAC award normally consists of eight modules. A record of achievement does not meet minimum entry standards. Further details can be obtained from the Admissions Office. 

Mature Applicants

If you are over 23 years of age on the 1st of January on the year of admission and do not meet the minimum entry requirements, you may apply as a Mature Student. Mature students should apply directly to the Admissions Office at Dublin Business School. Mature students are assessed on the basis of age, work experience, general education standard, motivation and commitment to the programme for which they are applying. Please forward documentation such as any relevant transcripts, a CV or any other related documentation to the Admissions Office. Proof of age such as a copy of driver’s licence or passport must also be submitted.

English Language Requirement

For EU or Non EU applicants whose first language is not English an additional requirement is to have achieved a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent to qualify for admission to the Honours Degrees (level 8 programmes).

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