Frequently Asked Questions

Why study eBusiness?

To gain competitive advantage in an increasingly complex and digitally networked international marketplace, organisations are using the Internet as their preferred global platform to integrate business systems and facilitate business transactions.

There is a growing range of career opportunities associated with eBusiness with a very high demand for talented and skilled professionals who have the flexibility and potential to meet the challenges of doing business in cyberspace. In both the private and public sectors, progressive organisations are increasingly recruiting information enabled managers with a combination of qualifications and experience in eBusiness.

A high premium is placed on those who have the relevant knowledge, skills and abilities to help manage the complexity of integrating new and existing eBusiness systems and processes; develop innovative and responsive eBusiness models, strategies and structures; and successfully implement appropriate eMarketing and change strategies.

Can I get credits or exemptions?

Yes. Your inquiries are welcome. Many candidates come to the program with a great deal of existing industry experience, knowledge and skills. Other candidates have studied relevant graduate level units at another university or college. Written applications for credit or exemption should be made to the Program Convenor. Each application will be considered on a case by case basis.

Advanced Standing into the Graduate Diploma (eBusiness and Communication) is available to applicants who have completed an approved undergraduate degree with credit average in a business related discipline with a management related specialisation in eCommerce and Electronic Enterprise.

How much study is expected?

On average, about ten (10) hours of study per week is expected in each unit. A unit is normally presented or studied over twelve (12) weeks.

How much are the fees?

For information regarding the fees for this program, please click on the link below:

http://www.swin.edu.au/corporate/student_affairs/fees/

What are the technology requirements?

• Require a computer purchased new in the last five years.
  

  N.B.: The specifications below are a guide only.

  Windows

  • Pentium IV processor
  • 512MB RAM
  • 1024 X 768 pixel display resolution with a 65,536 colour colour palette
  • 16X speed CD-ROM drive or better
  • 16-bit sound card and speakers or headphones
  • Keyboard and mouse
  • 56Kb modem or network connection for internet access
  • Printer (optional)
  • Microsoft Windows 98, Windows NT Workstation 4.0 or later, Windows XP.
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or 7.0
  • Microsoft Media Player 10 or 11
  • Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 or the PowerPoint viewer (installer included on CD)
  • Microsoft Word 2000 or the Word viewer (installer included on CD)

  Macintosh

  • PowerPC G3 266Mhz processor
  • 512MB RAM
  • 800 X 600 pixel display resolution with thousands of colours
  • CD-ROM drive
  • Speakers or headphones
  • Keyboard and mouse
  • 56Kb modem or network connection for internet access
  • Printer (optional)
  • Mac OS 9.0 or later
  • Microsoft Word 98 or later
  • Microsoft PowerPoint 2001 or later
  • Apple QuickTime 6.0 or later
    
    
• Students undertaking units in the Multimedia stream may be required to have access to additional software.
• Swinburne University of Technology, Lilydale operates in an IBM compatible environment. Students can make use of the computer labs at the LD building ( 9 am - 5pm Monday to Friday) and library computing facilities during opening hours. This is more convenient for full-time students and part-time on-campus students. Those studying away from the campus will need access to their own computer facilities to make full use of the virtual technologies associated with eBusiness.