IS/IT Research Project
Overview
This unit allows students to undertake a professionally focused research project in their final year of study. The aim is to consolidate, integrate and extend previous course learnings and apply them to a real-world researchable topic. It requires students to work individually and in teams to develop an applied topic of current relevance to industry. The unit enables students to develop the research and development skills and understandings required to undertake a complex piece of research and implement successful solutions in the field of Information Systems and Technology (IS/IT) management.
Requisites
01-June-2025
02-November-2025
Learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:
- Develop and apply skills in conceptualising, scoping and articulating an industry-relevant research topic in the area of Information Systems and Technology (IS/IT)
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the contemporary themes and emerging issues in key areas of Information Systems and Technology (IS/IT) management
- Effectively communicate ideas and operate as a member or leader of a team, demonstrating ethical conduct, effective participation and professional accountability in practice
- Critically evaluate an appropriate research method and research design within the context of an applied research project
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct ethical research and apply knowledge on an organisational IS/IT-related problem and deliver on agreed outcomes
Teaching methods
Hawthorn
| Type | Hours per week | Number of weeks | Total (number of hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-campus Class | 2.00 | 12 weeks | 24 |
| Online Lecture | 1.00 | 12 weeks | 12 |
| Unspecified Activities Independent Learning | 9.50 | 12 weeks | 114 |
| TOTAL | 150 |
Assessment
| Type | Task | Weighting | ULO's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Group | 10 - 20% | 2,3,4,5 |
| Portfolio | Individual | 40 - 50% | 1,2,3,5 |
| Report | Group | 30 - 50% | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Content
- Students will prepare a 5,000-word report on a topic chosen in consultation with staff
- Reports will generally take the form of a comprehensive literature review of a topic of contemporary interest, the application of a chosen research method and the analysis of the findings
Study resources
Reading materials
A list of reading materials and/or required textbooks will be available in the Unit Outline on Canvas.