Digital Business (2024)
Digital Business gives students a sought-after blend of business and IT skills to prepare you for a career as a digital manager in our fast-evolving world. You will gain an understanding of the latest digital technologies, such as big data and cloud computing and how they can be used to revolutionise business operations and customer service across all industries, from banking and finance through to agriculture and healthcare.
Digital Business is available as a first major for the Bachelor of Business (BBus) and the Bachelor of Management Studies with Honours (BMS(Hons))[1]. Digital Business may also be included as a second major or minor in other undergraduate degrees, subject to approval of the Division in which the student is enrolled.
To complete Digital Business as a single major for the BBus , students must gain 135 points from papers listed for Digital Business, including 105 points above 100 level, and 60 points above 200 level. Students must complete DIGIB101, MGSYS101, DIGIB200, DIGIB201, DIGIB202, DIGIB302, DIGIB303, DIGIB304, and one of WSOMM396 or WSOMM399.
To complete Digital Business as part of a double major for the BBus or other undergraduate degree, students must gain 120 points from papers listed for Digital Business, including 90 points above 100 level, and 45 points above 200 level. Students must complete DIGIB101, MGSYS101, DIGIB200, DIGIB201, DIGIB202, DIGIB302, DIGIB303, and DIGIB304.
To complete a minor in Digital Business, students must complete 60 points from the papers listed for the Digital Business major, including at least 30 points above 100 level. Students must complete DIGIB101.
NOTES:
[1] There will be no new enrolments into the BMS(Hons) from 2024. Students who commenced a BMS(Hons) in 2023 or prior should contact the Waikato Management School for programme advice.
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- Prescriptions for the GradCert(DBus) and GradDip(DBus)
- Prescriptions for the PGCert(DigiBus), PGDip(DigiBus), BBus(Hons) and MDigiBus
- Prescriptions for the MPhil
- Prescriptions for the PhD
- 100 Level
- 200 Level
- 300 Level
- 500 Level
- 800 Level
- 900 Level
Prescriptions for the GradCert(DBus) and GradDip(DBus)
A Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma are available to graduates who have not included Digital Business at an advanced level in their first degree. The qualification regulations define the subject requirements for the Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma. There are no specified subject papers that must be included for these programmes.
Prescriptions for the PGCert(DigiBus), PGDip(DigiBus), BBus(Hons) and MDigiBus
The qualification regulations define the subject requirements for the BBus(Hons), PGCert(DigiBus), PGDip(DigiBus) and MDigiBus. There are no specified subject papers that must be completed for the BBus(Hons).
PGCert(DigiBus) students must complete DIGIB555 or DIGIB558, and select the remaining 30 points from the papers listed for the subject.
PGDip(DigiBus) students must complete DIGIB555 and DIGIB558, and select the remaining 30 points from the papers listed for the subject.
MDigiBus students must meet the requirements for the field of the degree and complete either DIGIB519 and DIGIB552; or MNMGT581 and DIGIB591 or DIGIB592 or DIGIB593.
Prescriptions for the MPhil
The Master of Philosophy is a one year research-based degree in which students undertake a programme of approved and supervised research that leads to a thesis which critically investigates an approved topic of substance and significance, demonstrates expertise in the methods of research and scholarship, displays intellectual independence and makes a substantial original contribution to the subject area concerned, and is of publishable quality.
Prescriptions for the PhD
The Doctor of Philosophy is a three year research-based degree in which students undertake a programme of approved and supervised research that leads to a thesis which critically investigates an approved topic of substance and significance, demonstrates expertise in the methods of research and scholarship, displays intellectual independence and makes a substantial original contribution to the subject area concerned, and is of publishable quality.
100 Level
Code Paper Title Points Occurrence / Location DIGIB101 The World of Digital Business 15.0 24B (Hamilton), 24B (Hamilton Waikato College), 24C (Hamilton Waikato College) & 24VB (National Economics University, Vietnam) Information and communications technologies are fundamentally changing business operations. This paper introduces all aspects associated with the ever-evolving field of digital business. MGSYS101 Digital Business and Supply Chain Management 15.0 24A (Hamilton), 24A (Hamilton Waikato College), 24A (Tauranga), 24B (Hamilton), 24B (Hamilton Waikato College), 24VA (Internet National Economics University, Vietnam) & 24X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China) This paper explores the dual concepts of digital business and supply chain management. The interactive lectures help in developing critical thinking skills and highlight many topical case studies. 200 Level
Code Paper Title Points Occurrence / Location DIGIB200 Tools for Managing Projects 15.0 24A (Hamilton) & 24VA (National Economics University, Vietnam) This paper introduces foundational project management concepts using a holistic approach to link students' theoretical knowledge to practice. Lecture content supports practical lab-based learning, where students develop technical competencies using project management software tools for a range of project management activities. DIGIB201 Creating Value with Social Media Analytics 15.0 24B (Hamilton) & 24VB (Internet National Economics University, Vietnam) The paper offers concepts and techniques that businesses need to extract valuable hidden business insights from a vast amount of social media data that can ultimately lead to good business decisions. DIGIB202 The Techno-Savvy Business 15.0 24A (Hamilton) & 24VA (National Economics University, Vietnam) The very latest digital technologies are introduced. As well as developing hands-on skills in these technologies, students are also provided the opportunity to consider how such technologies should be adopted. 300 Level
Code Paper Title Points Occurrence / Location DIGIB302 Digital Business Technology Trends 15.0 24B (Hamilton) & 24VB (National Economics University, Vietnam) This paper focuses on a small number of the most recent and disruptive business technologies. This includes, for example, health informatics, gamification, the Internet of Things, Beacons, Virtual Reality etc. DIGIB303 Managing Digital Business Transformation 15.0 24A (Hamilton) & 24VA (National Economics University, Vietnam) This paper focuses on digital business transformation. It will help future managers deliver business value by being informed participants and leaders in digital business transformation. DIGIB304 Digital Business Enterprise Implementation 15.0 24B (Hamilton) & 24VB (National Economics University, Vietnam) The implementation of large-scale enterprise software systems is covered through lectures and hands-on practicals using SAP software. Software acquisition, project management and change management are presented. MNGMT362 E-Logistics 15.0 24VB (National Economics University, Vietnam) This paper aims to develop students' ability to design and manage e-logistics technologies. The paper emphasises the importance of fast-developing information and communication technologies in a contemporary logistic enviornment. PRMGT302 Project Management in Practice 15.0 24A (Online), 24B (Online) & 24C (Online) This paper addresses advanced important practical project management issues relating to systems, processes and personnel with special attention given to success and failure examples through case studies. STMGT306 Business Ecosystems 15.0 24G (Online) Entrepreneurial ecosystems showcase the factors driving economic growth and sustainable development. Develop skills in evaluating the context for innovation and entrepreneurial growth, assessing entrepreneurial culture and applying innovation metrics. WSOMM396 Management Internship 15.0 24A (Hamilton), 24A (Tauranga), 24B (Hamilton), 24B (Tauranga), 24C (Hamilton), 24C (Tauranga) & 24VB (Internet National Economics University, Vietnam) The Management Internship provides students with the opportunity to apply their management discipline-based knowledge to an authentic project within an organisation. WSOMM399 Report of an Investigation 15.0 24A (Hamilton), 24A (Tauranga), 24B (Hamilton) & 24B (Tauranga) This paper offers students the opportunity to complete a directed investigation of an approved topic relevant to an organisation or industry and in an area related to their management discipline of study. 500 Level
Code Paper Title Points Occurrence / Location BUSAN543 Applied Business Analytics 30.0 24B (Hamilton) & 24B (Online) This paper enables students to understand applied business analytics including data management and analytics tools, develop critical thinking skills, and apply these to various business contexts. By the end of this paper students will understand the role of analytics to solve real-world problems. DIGIB519 Professional Field Internship 30.0 24A (Hamilton), 24B (Online) & 24C (Online) This paper facilitates practical experience building and skills development through an intensive industry internship for graduate level students. This paper is delivered online, and students will be on site and at work in their host organisations from 8-13 weeks, based in host organisations in New Zealand or overseas. DIGIB552 Applied Research Methods and Project 30.0 24A (Online) This paper provides the opportunity for students at the graduate level to produce a research report which reflects their ability to investigate in-depth a business topic of their interest. The report is expected to have value to a practicing manager, ran that having an academic focus. The paper will be delivered solely online. A we... DIGIB555 Digital Business Management 30.0 24A (Hamilton) & 24A (Online) A focus on the successful management of digital business applications based on rapidly evolving technologies; from business case to competitive impact. DIGIB558 Contemporary Issues in Digital Business 30.0 24B (Hamilton) & 24B (Online) As new electronic technologies emerge, businesses are faced with many challenges about how best to address the opportunities and threats such technologies present. This seminar and discussion based paper addresses a range of topical issues associated with digital business and the crucial role they play in the modern-day, global bu... DIGIB591 Digital Business Dissertation 30.0 24X (Hamilton) A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation. DIGIB592 Digital Business Dissertation 60.0 24X (Hamilton) A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation. DIGIB593 Digital Business Thesis 90.0 24X (Hamilton) An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research. DIGIB594 Digital Business Thesis 120.0 24X (Hamilton) An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research. SCMGT577 E-Enabled Agile Supply Chains 30.0 24B (Hamilton) Agility is at the cutting edge of contemporary supply network management and a leading strategy for competing in today's highly competitive marketplace. This paper explores agility and technology-enabled supply chains. 800 Level
Code Paper Title Points Occurrence / Location DIGIB800 Digital Business MPhil Thesis 120.0 24X (Hamilton) No description available. 900 Level
Code Paper Title Points Occurrence / Location DIGIB900 Digital Business PhD Thesis 120.0 24I (Hamilton), 24J (Hamilton), 24K (Hamilton), 24X (Hamilton) & 24X (Tauranga) No description available.
2024 Catalogue of Papers information current as of : 3 October 2023 8:50am