DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

SLIIT BUSINESS SCHOOL

MODULE OUTLINE
Module Name Business Information Systems
Module Code BM2013 Version No. 2022-0
Year/Level 02 Semester 02
Credit Points 02 Credits
Pre-requisites BM1015
Co-requisites None
Methods of Delivery Lectures (face to face) 01 Hour/Week
Tutorials 01 Hour/ Week
Laboratories 00 Hours/ Fortnight
Course website http://courseweb.sliit.lk
Date of Original Approval February 2022
Date of Last Approval February 2022
Date of Next Review February 2027
MODULE DESCRIPTION
Aim The aim of this module is to bring the students who have studied the
“Information Technology for Business” module up to the next level
of understanding with respect to Management Information Systems.
This module covers the basics of Business Information Systems which
helps the students to understand the working and applications of
different types of information systems in modern business
organizations.
Learning Outcomes At the end of the module, the student will be able to:
LO1: Describe different types of information systems and their
applicability in business.
LO2: Discuss key aspects of the systems development process,
from project planning through to analysis, design and
implementation including key activities and key deliverables.
LO3: Illustrate key activities associated with the analysis of
business systems, including the analysis of business problem,
 determining information needs, and selecting an IS-based
strategy/solution to address the business need.
LO4: Examine various strategies, tools, and modelling concepts and
techniques related to traditional, object-oriented and other
approaches to the analysis and design of a business
information system.
LO5: Distinguish the difference between various tools such as MS
Project and MS Visio to support the planning, analysis, and
design process of an IS project.
Assessment Criteria Assessment Description:
The continuous assessments will be based on a group assignment
and formal in class examinations. The final assessment is a
comprehensive examination based on all material covered in
lectures and the knowledge and skills gathered in other activities
during the semester.
The contribution of marks for the assessment components are as
follows:
Assessment Activities:
Mid-Semester examination 00%
Assignments 50% LO1-LO4
End of Semester Examination 50% LO1-LO5
Total 100%
Estimated Student Contact Hours
Workload Lectures (face to face) 14 Hours
Tutorials 14 Hours
Laboratory 00 Hours
Time Allocated for Assessments

Continuous Assessments 26 Hours

Mid-Semester Examination 00 Hours
End of Semester Examination 02 Hours
Reading and Independent Study 44 Hours
Total 100 Hours
Module Pass Requirements To pass this module students need to submit all the continuous
assessments components within the given deadlines and must
 obtain an overall mark that would qualify for a “C” grade or above.

Learning Resources Recommended Texts

1. Paige Baltzan (2021), Business Driven Information Systems 7th
edition, McGraw-Hill.
2. David Bourgeois (2019), Information Systems for Business and
Beyond, Pressbooks.
Software
MS Project, MS Visio
CONTENTS OF THE MODULE
1. Information systems in business organizations (02 hours) LO1
a. How organizations use IS today
2. Types and applications of information systems in business (02 hours) LO1-LO2
a. Different types of information systems
b. Basic concepts of information systems
3. Applications of IS in business (02 hours) LO1-LO3
a. Modern information systems
b. Advanced technologies for modern IS
4. Systems development lifecycle (02 hours) LO2-LO3
a. Development phases
b. Different methodologies
5. BIS project initiation & management (06 hours) LO2-LO3
a. Systems request
b. Feasibility analysis
c. Managing BIS project
6. Analysis and design of information systems for business applications LO3-LO4
(10 hours)
a. Analysis strategies and improvement techniques
b. Information gathering
c. Process modeling
d. Data modeling
7. Planning and Analysis tools (04 hours) LO5
a. MS Project
b. MS Visio
LEARNING OUTCOMES TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES MAPPING
 PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12
LO1 H M M H
LO2 H M M H H
LO3 H H L L H H
LO4 H H M L H M H H
LO5 H L H H

PO1 Recognize development of the Theories, Concepts and Practices in broad areas of
management.
PO2 Apply these concepts and practices to various contemporary business situations and
contexts.

PO3 Demonstrate effective communication skills consistent with the business and professional
environment.
PO4 Demonstrate leadership skills while working effectively in a team environment to
accomplish a common goal.
PO5 Develop competencies in social networking to maintain collaborative and professional
relationships with stakeholders.
PO6 Adopt and perform in the technology driven Business environment with a digital presence.
PO7 Understanding the constantly evolving business world via quantitative and qualitative data
managing skills and apply them into a problem-solving context with implementing research
skills.
PO8 Exhibit innovative thinking with spotting issues and recognizing opportunity in the
entrepreneurial culture.
PO9 Demonstrate the ability to work in a turbulent environment with a flexible and adaptable
mind set.
PO10 Appreciate the ethical responsibility in decision making, reflective thinking and initiating
process.
PO11 Develop the capacity for futuristic thinking through constantly updating of knowledge and
realize personal life goals and achieve career success.
PO12 Build a passion towards continuous learning and self-development to cater for diverse
needs in their careers.
GENERIC INFORMATION
Any type of plagiarism is not allowed.

Plagiarism: Academic honesty is crucial to a student’s credibility and self-esteem, and ultimately
reflects the values and morals of the Institute as whole. A student may work together with one or
a group of students discussing assignment content, identifying relevant references, and debating
issues relevant to the subject. Plagiarism occurs when the work of another person, or persons, is
used and presented as one’s own.
END OF MODULE OUTLINE