Business and Information Systems Architecture
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Program Overview
This two-year program equips international graduates with in-demand IT skills, covering infrastructure support, networking, and security in the first year. The second year focuses on advanced systems and solutions architecture. Graduates are prepared for roles in IT support, systems administration, and network security.
Program Details
Program Code
BIA1B
Credential:
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2024 September
London South Campus
Open
2025 January
London South Campus
Open
2025 May
London South Campus
Open
2025 September
London South Campus
Open
2026 January
London South Campus
Open
2026 May
London South Campus
Open
Your Learning Experience
This two-year (four semester) program is designed for international college or university graduates with a strong academic background, who require additional knowledge in information technology and computer systems technologies.
The first year will focus on the practices and skills currently being used in support of the IT infrastructure. The second year will expand upon the skills in networking operating systems and security learned in the first year by adding systems and solutions architecture components as a senior application of those courses.
Laptop Requirements for this program
Career Information
Graduates of Fanshawe's Business and Information Systems Architecture program have the knowledge and skills to become vital members of insurance companies, manufacturing companies, IT (and non-IT) consulting firms, telecom companies and small-medium-large organizations. Graduates of this program may go on to become business analysts, business system analysts, support analysts, data scientists, web/mobile developers, scrum masters (PM), mobile app developers, network administrators, cloud architects, system engineers, software engineers, IT managers and more.
Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduation employment rates among large colleges in Ontario?
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Business and Information Systems Architecture program:
Business Analyst
Be responsible for conducting market analyses, analyzing product lines and analyzing the profitability of businesses.
Network Administrator
Be responsible for maintaining computer networks and resolving any problems that may occur with them.
System Engineer
Manage and monitor installed systems and infrastructure for organizations to be in line with the organization's guidelines.
Software Engineer
Analyze and modify existing software while designing, constructing and testing applications that meet user needs.
Program Progression
Fall Intake
| Fall | Winter | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Start Level 1 | Level 2 | Break |
| Level 3 | Level 4 | - |
Winter Intake
| Winter | Summer | Fall |
|---|---|---|
| Start Level 1 | Level 2 | Break |
| Level 3 | Level 4 | - |
Summer Intake
| Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Start Level 1 | Level 2 | Break |
| Level 3 | Level 4 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Install, configure, program and maintain IT applications (including operating systems, database management systems) to facilitate successful ecommerce transactions
- Customize and deploy software securely to facilitate ICT operations in a small business
- Debug, document and repair bugs in applications to ensure effective functioning of ICT operations
- Identify, analyze and document the client’s business and system requirements to develop relevant ICT solutions
- Interpret, create, and present work-related documents and information effectively and accurately to ensure clear communication between end user and ICT provider
- Write programs that communicate with other computers over a network
- Develop and implement dynamic web applications using appropriate programming language, databases and data sources
- Apply principles of project management to plan, track, and present the progress of an ICT project
- Identify legal, ethical and intellectual property issues in Information Technology projects and propose strategies to address these issues
- Implement personal and professional development strategies to improve job performance and promote professional growth
- Install, troubleshoot, and maintain network components in a small business setting to ensure effective operations
- Create ICT strategies for the successful planning and operation of a small to medium-sized enterprise
Academic School
LSC
Program Coordinator:
Marc Bueno, BSc.CompSci, MSc. IT, MBA, B.Ed., M.Ed.
Admission Requirements
A Two- or Three-Year College Diploma, or a Degree
OR
Acceptable combination of related work experience and
post-secondary education as judged by the College to be equivalent
to the above*
Note:
*Applicants may be required to submit a resume
and cover letter that includes details of work experience.
International Admission Equivalencies
Admission equivalencies for Fanshawe depends on your country of study. Please enter your location to see the requirements for your country below.
English Language Requirements
English Language Requirements
| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 88 |
| IELTS Academic | Overall score of 6.5 with no score less than 6.0 in any of the four bands |
| CAEL | Overall score of 70 with no score less than 60 in any of the four bands |
| PTE Academic | 59 |
| Cambridge English | Overall score of 176 with no language skill less than 169 |
| ESL4/GAP5 | Minimum grade of 80% in Level 9, 75% in Level 10 |
| Duolingo | Overall score of 120, with no score lower than 105 |
Applicant Selection Criteria
Applicant Selection Criteria
Where the number of eligible applicants exceeds the available spaces in the program, the Applicant Selection Criteria will be:- Preference for Permanent Residents of Ontario
- Receipt of Application by February 1st (After this date, Fanshawe College will consider applicants on a first-come, first-served basis until the program is full)
- Achievement in the Admission Requirements
Courses
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| INFO-6084 | Practical Applications of ITIL | 2 | ||
| The use and dependence on information technology is ubiquitous and permeates every industry. Students will explore the best practices, business ethics, service desk models, and communication processes necessary to support clients of information technologies. Through discussion, lab work, and case studies, students will acquire the skills required to support and manage clients and information technologies. | ||||
| MGMT-6135 | Essential Skills for Mgmt Professionals | 4 | ||
| This course applies the principles of professional communication in the Canadian industry. It explores intercultural communication and the characteristics of diverse worldviews. Students will identify issues involved in communications and global diversity, and develop necessary skills to create professional documents that adhere to Canadian standards. Through presentations, case studies and thematic readings, students will learn written, verbal and nonverbal skills that are essential to business management, while maintaining sensitivity to issues involving geographic, cultural, gender and ability diversity. Throughout the course, students will work both individually and in groups to build their knowledge and skills needed to demonstrate professional communication within Canadian businesses. | ||||
| INFO-6085 | End User Operations | 3 | ||
| As part of daily business processes, clients and IT staff must produce documents for various purposes as well as manage corporate data. Students will use the Microsoft Office Suite to craft documents, reports, presentations and maps, as well as explore an enterprise email client solution. Through discussion, lab work, and case studies, students will acquire the skills to create various types of documents, support client applications, and manage data. | ||||
| ACAD-6002 | Graduate Success Strategies | 1 | ||
| This course presents and helps to develop some of the skills required to achieve academic and career success for graduate students. Areas of focus include college resources, study skills, and time management among other skills. The importance of Academic Integrity will be a main focus. | ||||
| DEVL-6033 | Career Planning | 1 | ||
| This course introduces students to the importance of personal career management. Students will learn about, practice and use career (job) search, resume writing and interview skills. Students will also complete an individual career management project. | ||||
| INFO-6087 | Networking & Security 1 | 4 | ||
| Network services are the underlying infrastructure upon which all other information technology relies on. Students will implement and analyze network operations, including securing information technologies. By way of discussion and lab work, students will configure small networks, analyze network traffic, and secure network devices. | ||||
| INFO-6086 | Operating Systems 1 | 4 | ||
| Operating systems are the underlying technologies upon which business applications and processes rely on. Students with experience among diverse platforms gain better insight into managing information technologies. Through discussion and lab work, students will install, configure, manage, and upgrade client operating systems. | ||||
| INFO-6088 | Databases 1 | 3 | ||
| The core of information technology is business data. Students with an understanding of database types and structures gain an opportunity to align business needs with database technologies. Special attention will be given to comparing the architect and purpose of various database solutions, as well as database design. Through discussion and lab work, students will consider various database solutions to meet business needs. | ||||
Tuition Summary
London South
*Total program costs are approximate, subject to change and do not include the health and dental plan fee, bus pass fee or program general expenses.