If you are interested in computing, but would rather work with people than machines, would rather reach out to clients than sit at a computer writing code, or prefer creativity to mathematics, then the information systems major could be the right choice for you.
An information systems professional understands how information systems must be invented and designed to meet the needs of people in real world situations.
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Faculty of ComputingInformation Systems first year pathway program enables students to complete the first year Diploma at GISM Campus and transfer to the second year of the Bachelor of Information Science (BInfSc.) in Information Systems Degree of Massey University, New Zealand. Upon completion of the first year, students will get the Diploma in Information Science.
Through GISM Pathway programmes, students can save up to LKR. 4.0 million by studying the first year in Sri Lanka. Students will be guided by a well qualified and experiences panel of lecturers consisting of engineers and IT professionals in the relevant disciplines. Most of the lecturers are PhD or MSc. qualified with years of teaching experiences both in Sri Lanka and abroad.
Awards
Diploma in Information Science – first year at GISM Campus, Sri Lanka.
Upon successful completion of Diploma in Information Science, students can directly enter to the 2nd year of Bachelor of Information Science in Information Systems – BInfSc. – at Massey University, New Zealand.
Course Modules
First Year (Diploma in Information Science)
- Management Information Systems
- Legal and Social Environment
- Programming Concepts
- Business Statistics
- Intensive English 1
- Organizational Management
- Marketing Principles
- Computer Fundamentals
- Business Mathematics
- Intensive English 2
Career Opportunities:
Some examples of professional careers that could lead on from this qualification include:
- Business and systems analysts
- User support specialists
- Database administrators
- Technology officers
- Trainers
- Project managers
- Independent consultants
The research skills developed on this course will also allow you to continue on to postgraduate study including possible PhD research within the school and a further academic career.
Entry Requirements:
To enter the Information Science Degree Pathway Programmes, students must possess a minimum of three “C” Passes in GCE A/L or London A/L Mathematics Stream or complete the GISM Foundation Programme.
IELTS (Academic) results of 6.0 is required when transferring to the 2nd Year of the degree at Massey University. IELTS support programmes, Orientation programmes and visa support are provided by GISM Campus.
