BIS7101 Business Information Analysis Assessment 1
Data Analysis and IT
21st Jun 2025
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Subject Name: |
Business Information Analysis |
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Subject Code: |
BIS7101 |
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Assessment Title |
A1 Research Project |
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Submission Method |
Canvas |
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Subject Learning Outcomes addressed: |
SLO 1: Identify and critically assess complex business problems in terms of analytical models. SLO 3: Demonstrate critical and ethical decision-making in complex business situations. |
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Submission Date: |
Midnight Sunday Week 4 |
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Weight |
20% |
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Limitation(s) |
Word count 1500 |
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Students are advised that any submissions past the due date without an approved extension or without approved extenuating circumstances incurs a 5% penalty of the total weight per calendar day. |
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Task Requirements
The Practical Project requires students to apply appropriate analytical models to identify and critically analyses complex business problems for creative problem-solving and ethical decision-making. You will select a business case for critical analysis of a real-world problem in business information from a set of provided cases, or of their own choice with prior approval from the lecturer.
Other Requirements
Organisation and Structure:
The literature review should have a clear and logical structure, including an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
The introduction should provide an overview of the topic and establish the purpose of the literature review.
Body paragraphs should be organized thematically or chronologically, depending on the nature of the selected articles.
The conclusion should summarize the key points discussed in the literature review and demonstrate a logical progression of ideas.
Scope and Coverage:
The literature review should cover a range of contemporary academic literature related to the discipline of operations management.
Students should select three interrelated academic papers that are relevant to the themes introduced in the first three weeks of the course.
The selected articles should be appropriate in terms of their relevance and contribution to the field of operations management.
Critical Analysis and Synthesis:
Students should demonstrate critical thinking skills by analyzing the selected articles in-depth.
The literature review should identify the main arguments, theories, methodologies, and findings presented in each article.
Students should synthesize the key points from the articles to provide a cohesive and integrated review of the literature.
Comparisons and connections between the articles should be made to highlight similarities, differences, and gaps in the existing literature.
Writing and Clarity:
The literature review should be written in clear, concise, and academic language.
Sentences and paragraphs should be well-structured, coherent, and free of grammatical and spelling errors.
Students should use appropriate referencing and citation styles APA7 to acknowledge the sources of information.
The review should demonstrate a high level of understanding and engagement with the selected articles.
Performance Standards
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Criterion |
SLO |
Mastery (HD) |
Proficient (D) |
Developing (C) |
Emerging (P) |
Needs Improvement (N) |
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Introduction and Background |
1 C 3 |
The introduction clearly identifies and articulates the problem or issue being analysed. The background information and context are thoroughly explained, providing a comprehensive understanding of the problem. |
The introduction adequately identifies and articulates the problem or issue being analysed. The background information and context are explained sufficiently to provide a reasonable understanding of the problem. |
The introduction identifies the problem or issue being analysed with sufficient clarity, and the background information and context are provided, offering a foundational understanding of the problem. |
The introduction presents the problem or issue being analysed with basic clarity, providing essential background information and context that enable a general understanding of the problem. |
The introduction has not met the requirements of the pass criteria. |
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Methodology and Data Analysis |
1 C 3 |
The methodology is appropriate and clearly described, including the data collection method. The analysis techniques used are appropriate and effectively applied to the data. The data analysis is presented accurately and objectively. |
The methodology is adequately described, including the data collection method. The analysis techniques used are appropriate and applied reasonably well to the data. The data analysis is presented with accuracy and objectivity. |
The methodology is described with sufficient detail, and the data collection method is clear. The analysis techniques used are generally appropriate, with the data analysis presented with adequate accuracy and objectivity. |
The methodology and data collection method are described with basic clarity. The analysis techniques used are appropriate for the data, with the data analysis presented clearly and objectively. |
The methodology has not met the requirements of the pass criteria. |
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Findings and Results |
1 C 3 |
The findings and results are presented clearly and concisely. They are supported by relevant evidence, examples, and data. The findings directly address the problem or issue being analysed. |
The findings and results are presented clearly and concisely, supported by relevant evidence, examples, and data to a satisfactory extent. The findings mostly address the problem or issue being analysed. |
The findings and results are presented with sufficient clarity and conciseness, supported by relevant evidence, examples, and data. The findings adequately address the problem or issue being analysed. |
The findings and results are presented with basic clarity and conciseness, supported by essential evidence, examples, and data. The findings address the problem or issue being analysed. |
The findings have not met the requirements of the pass criteria. |
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Writing Style and Clarity |
1 C 3 |
The writing style is clear, concise, and appropriate for the target audience. The language used effectively communicates ideas and concepts. The report is free from grammatical errors, typos, and other writing mistakes. |
The writing style is generally clear, concise, and appropriate for the target audience. The language used effectively communicates ideas and concepts. The report may have minor grammatical errors, typos, or other writing mistakes. |
The writing style is clear and concise in most sections, and the language used adequately communicates ideas and concepts. The report maintains a consistent academic tone with minimal errors. |
The writing style supports clear communication, with language that effectively conveys the intended ideas and concepts. The report is understandable and generally free from errors. |
The writing style has not met the requirements of the pass criteria. |
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Conclusions and Recommendations |
1 C 3 |
The conclusions are logical and supported by the analysis and findings. The recommendations are practical, actionable, and based on the analysis and evaluation. The report discusses the potential implications and consequences of the conclusions and recommendations. |
The conclusions are generally logical and supported by the analysis and findings. The recommendations are practical and based on the analysis and evaluation. The report discusses the potential implications and consequences of the conclusions and recommendations to a satisfactory extent. |
The conclusions are logical and supported by the analysis and findings. The recommendations are practical and based on the analysis and evaluation. The report discusses the potential implications and consequences of the conclusions and recommendations adequately. |
The conclusions are logical and supported by the analysis and findings. The recommendations are practical and based on the analysis and evaluation, with a discussion of the potential implications and consequences. |
The conclusions have not met the requirements of the pass criteria. |