# Information Systems Business Analysis (International Students) Practically all businesses depend on Information Technology. There is a growing need for companies to understand and strategically manage huge quantities of information allowing them to grow and maintain a competitive edge in industry. This has created a need for professionals with knowledge skill s | | | |---|---| | Type | PDF | | Size | 153 KB | [Open original PDF →](https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/2025/08/Information-Systems-Business-Analysis-2024.pdf) Referenced from: [Program Outlines Archive](/pages/registrar-academic-resources/program-outlines-archive/) ## Document text ## Information Systems Business Analysis (International Students) ## PROGRAM INFORMATION Academic Year 2024 - 2025 Credential Graduate Certificate Program Delivery Full - Time Duration 1 Year Length 2 Semesters Program Code B305 ## DESCRIPTION ## International Students Only Practically all businesses depend on Information Technology. There is a growing need for companies to understand and strategically manage huge quantities of information allowing them to grow and maintain a competitive edge in industry. This has created a need for professionals with knowledge skill sets in both the business and technology fields individuals who can turn a vision into a reality. Computers, the Internet, wireless communications, databases are all forms of information technology which are used to collect, analyze, and share information. Information systems management examines how this technology can be used effectively in a constantly changing business environment. The Information Systems Business Analysis program (ISBA) will help you develop critical skills in areas such as: application software, business data analysis and modeling, customer engagement management, business processes, enterprise resource planning, and communications. A fundamental part of the post-graduate ISBA is the opportunity for experiential learning integrated with in program. Students will have the opportunity to engage in the practice of business analysis for information technology (IT) by working through case studies and industry projects. Employment Opportunities exist within the Business or Technology sectors as: business or management information systems analysts, or information technology professionals. Work for banks, manufacturing, businesses within the private or the public service sector. ## CAREER OPPORTUNITIES - IT professional - Business analyst - Information systems business analyst - Management information systems analyst Employed in areas such as: IT consulting firms and IT units in the private and public sectors. Program Outline | March 2024 Disclaimer: Information in this document is correct at the time of publication. Content of programs and courses are revised as needed and/or required. Program outlines and information are subject to changes and may be delivered in different or alternate ways then listed in this document. You are advised to always reach out to Northern College if you have questions related to content on the website or outline publications. ## Information Systems Business Analysis (International Students) ## VOCATIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Examine and evaluate the efficacy of established business processes to make recommendations for improvements to better meet organizational needs. 2. Plan and implement a system development life cycle for effective project management for new technical and non-technical systems. 3. Assess computing technologies to identify strengths and limitations according to the specific business processes of an organization. 4. Complete all work in compliance with relevant policies, practices, standards, processes, and procedures. 5. Communicate accurately, persuasively, and credibly to internal and external clients about approaches to information technology and solutions. ## PROGRAM COURSES The following reflects the planned course sequence for full-time offerings of the program. Programs at Northern College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. | Semester 1 | Semester 1 | Hours | | --- Source: [https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/2025/08/Information-Systems-Business-Analysis-2024.pdf](https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/2025/08/Information-Systems-Business-Analysis-2024.pdf)