Business Information Systems BSc (Hons)

University of Portsmouth

**Overview**On this BSc (Hons) Business Information Systems degree course, you’ll gain the problem-solving, managerial and technical skills you need to get to the heart of issues, as an information systems professional.You’ll learn how to communicate and investigate complex problems and develop solutions which combine business ideas and technology, in any type of business, large or small. You'll develop a combination of skills that give you a unique overview of organisations and the ability to work well with others and share ideas at all levels.The course opens doors to a career in fields such as business analysis, systems analysis and design, system management, security management, project management, knowledge management and business consultancy.95% Graduates in work or further study (Unistats data on DLHE 2017)**What you'll experience**On this course you’ll:- Learn the problem-solving, sociotechnical and managerial skills you need to be a professional information systems analyst or designer - Explore the tools and technologies that help modern businesses work smarter, in areas such as business intelligence, security and AI- Get practical experience helping businesses improve their effectiveness, through a second year industrial project- Develop an enquiring mind ready to engage with emerging technologies and real world business problems, readying you for work in the era of Industry 5.0.- Benefit from industry contact throughout the course, with real world examples, professional guest speakers and industry visits to well-known companies like IBM, SAP and Amazon- Have the option to take a placement year in the industry or study abroad for a year**Careers and opportunities**What can you do with a Business Information Systems degree?With your versatile BSc (Hons) Business Information Systems degree, you could go on to work in various fields and roles including:- IT management- business intelligence- business analysis- project management- business continuity analysis- information systems security- risk management- IT consultancy- systems designOur Careers and Employability service can help you find a job that puts your skills to work in industry. You'll get help, advice and support for up to 5 years after you leave the University."One of the best things about the course is it's very hands on. You learn by doing and not just theory." - Katie Tuffrey, Computing Student