Semester 1, 2023 Springfield On-campus | |
Units : | 1 |
School or Department : | School of Business |
Grading basis : | Graded |
Course fee schedule : | /current-students/administration/fees/fee-schedules |
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Requisites
Pre-requisite: CIS2000
Overview
This course aims to assist the Information Technology professional to better face a climate of rapid technological and business change. It draws upon the body of knowledge associated with the global trend towards Agile Methods. Agile Methods are increasingly being adopted for Business Analysis and Project Management. This course will introduce you to a range of Agile Methods and give you an opportunity to apply Agile framework like Scrum and DSDM.
This course focuses on the major theme of Agile Business Analysis and Project Management skills using contemporary methodologies. It addresses key professional competencies, skills, knowledge areas, values and dispositions in Agile Methods. The importance of written and oral communication skills is given due prominence. The course will enable students to understand iterative delivery methods and other contemporary approaches to Systems Design Methodologies, as well as a range of tools and techniques. Major trends and issues affecting business analysis and design in the business sector are also studied. The course simulations and exercises aim to give you greater comfort in dealing with people and facilitating groups which is required when applying Agile Methods in business settings. You will research the considerable resources on Agile Methods that are available through the internet.
Course learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
- engage in teamwork to analyse and interpret business problems and produce viable solutions using Agile techniques, methodologies and theories;
- undertake research and communicate information using an academic or business writing style;
- analyse and appraise the major Agile methodologies used in the design and development of a business system;
- analyse and apply the ACS Code of Professional Conduct and Code of Ethics in business settings and team environments.
Topics
Description | Weighting(%) | |
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1. | Agile Manifesto and Principles | 20.00 |
2. | Agile Methodologies including Scrum, XP, Lean and Kanban | 30.00 |
3. | Scrum and DSDM Methodologies including teamwork and ethics | 50.00 |
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Student workload expectations
To do well in this subject, students are expected to commit approximately 10 hours per week including class contact hours, independent study, and all assessment tasks. If you are undertaking additional activities, which may include placements and residential schools, the weekly workload hours may vary.
Assessment details
Description | Group Assessment |
Weighting (%) | Course learning outcomes |
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Quiz 1 | No | 10 | 3,4 |
Problem Solving A1 of 2 | Yes | 10 | 1,2,3 |
Research (paper) | No | 30 | 2,3 |
Problem Solving A2 of 2 | Yes | 40 | 1,2,3 |
Quiz 2 | No | 10 | 2,3 |