50493 Managing Information
8cpRequisite(s): 50491 Organising Information for Access
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses. See access conditions.
Professional Strand – Information Management – 300 level
Subject coordinator: Maryanne Kennan
This subject examines notions of information and knowledge in organisations. In the first part, students explore the nature of organisations, their structure, strategic intent and culture, and develop an understanding of records, documents, information and knowledge management within organisations. Students learn and use techniques for analysing and evaluating the internal and external information and knowledge environments of organisations. In the second part of the subject, information and knowledge processes are discussed in terms of their value, benefits and use in strategic planning, managing, marketing, stakeholder relationships and decision making within organisations. Contemporary management theory and practices are introduced in the context of planning and delivery of information management functions within organisations. The opportunity is provided for students to explore information management issues in particular areas of practice.
Typical availability
Autumn semester, City campus
Detailed subject description.
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $866.83
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,900.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
Subject EFTSL: 0.167Access conditions
Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.
