Program Overview
The Information Systems & e-Commerce specialization within the B.B.A. degree focuses on bridging the business and digital worlds. Through courses covering programming, system analysis, and online marketing, students develop skills for roles in e-business, digital consulting, and various business functions. The program also features a co-op component, providing practical experience and career opportunities.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Specialization: This is a specialization within the Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree.
- Focus: The specialization equips students with the skills needed to bridge the gap between the business world and the digital world.
- Objectives: The program aims to prepare students for roles in e-business entrepreneurship, digital consulting, and other business functions like marketing, human resources, and finance.
- Eligibility: Students must have completed a B.B.A. degree and have successfully completed 4 credits from a core set of courses with a minimum grade of 65% in each.
Outline:
- Structure: The specialization requires 4.5 credits to be completed successfully.
- Course Breakdown:
- ADMN-COIS 1620H: Introduction to Information Systems: (1.0 ADMN credit)
- ADMN-COIS 2620H: Systems Analysis and Design: (1.0 ADMN credit)
- COIS-MDST 1010H: The Digital World: (1.0 COIS credit)
- COIS 1020H: Programming for Computer Science: (1.0 COIS credit)
- COIS 2240H: Software Design and Modelling: (1.0 COIS credit)
- COIS 2430H: Web Development I: Front-End: (1.0 COIS credit)
- ADMN-COIS 3750H: Principles of Online Marketing: (1.0 ADMN credit)
- ADMN-COIS 3850H: Fundamentals of Project Management: (1.0 ADMN credit)
- ADMN-ECON 4870H (or ADMN 3870H): Field Placement 1: (1.0 ADMN credit)
- COIS 3030H: Software Specification and Development: (0.5 COIS credit)
- COIS 3400H: Database Management Systems: (0.5 COIS credit)
- COIS 3430H: Web Development II: Server-Side and Frameworks: (0.5 COIS credit)
Careers:
- Featured Career: Web Developer
- Description: Web designers and developers research, design, develop, and produce Internet and Intranet sites.
- Salary Range: $16.92 - $46.15/hr
- Job Outlook: 32,400 jobs in Canada with a 10-year job outlook of 9,500.
- Other Career Opportunities:
- Marketer
- Consultant
- Entrepreneur
- Arts Administrator
Other:
- Program Coordinator: R. T. Hurley, B.Sc. (New Brunswick), Ph.D. (Waterloo)
- Degrees Offered: B.B.A.
- Locations: Durham GTA, Peterborough
- Co-op Available: Yes
- Resume Boosters:
- Springboard to an M.B.A.
- Fourth-year placement course (100 hours of professional experience)
- Fourth-year internship course (6, 8, or 12-month paid work opportunity)
- Fourth-year legacy project
- Community-based research project with local businesses
Trent University
Overview:
Trent University is a public university located in Peterborough and Durham, Ontario, Canada. It is recognized as Ontario's top undergraduate university, known for its personalized learning experience and commitment to fostering global citizens. Trent University offers a transformative learning environment that prepares students for leadership and career success.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Trent University offers a vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community. Students have access to a wide range of opportunities to get involved, gain career experience, and make lifelong connections. The university boasts picturesque natural environments at both its Peterborough and Durham campuses, providing a unique and engaging learning experience.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Top-ranked undergraduate university in Ontario:
Trent University consistently ranks highly for its overall reputation and academic excellence.High graduate employment rate:
95% of Trent graduates are employed within two years of graduation.Personalized learning experience:
The university emphasizes small class sizes and close faculty-student relationships, fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment.Strong focus on global citizenship:
Trent University prepares students to be responsible and engaged citizens of the world, equipped to address global challenges.Academic Programs:
Trent University offers over 100 academic programs across various disciplines. The university is particularly known for its strengths in the following areas:
Environmental Studies:
Trent University is a leader in environmental research and education, with a strong focus on sustainability and conservation.Social Sciences and Humanities:
The university offers a wide range of programs in areas such as history, political science, psychology, and sociology.Arts and Culture:
Trent University has a strong arts and culture scene, with a vibrant theatre program, music ensembles, and visual arts studios.Other:
Trent University also offers online learning options, allowing students to access over 100 courses year-round. The university is committed to inclusivity and diversity, with initiatives such as the installation of an ablution station for the Muslim community on campus.
Entry Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
- Program Requirements:
- A minimum 70% overall final average
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
- A 4U Math
