FIT5094 Evolutionary decision support
Faculty of Information Technology
FIT5094 Evolutionary decision support is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Information Technology, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia. It needs FIT9138 or FIT9130.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Clayton, Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before FIT5094
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After FIT5094
No unit lists FIT5094 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: Master of Project Management (C6006): No prerequisites.
All other courses: Must have passed [FIT9138 or FIT9130] or (MGX5962 and three of (ACF5903, BTF5903, ECF5953, ETF5900, MGF5020, MGF5030, MGX5991, MGX5992, MKX5955)).
Overview
This unit provides you with an understanding of the development and use of information systems that support decision makers, especially managers. You will learn of the nature of decision-making and decision theories and how these affect the development of decision support systems in an evolutionary manner. A number of commonly used decision support methods and techniques will be explored. You will be introduced to personal decision support systems, data warehousing, and business intelligence/analytics.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | Flexible |
| First semester | Malaysia | Evening |
Assessment
- Assignment 1: Strategic decision analysisProject25%
- Assignment 2: Personal decision supportProject40%
- Assignment 3: Weekly reflectionWritten30%
- Assignment 4: Continual tutorial assessmentExercise5%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Examine and describe the concepts, scope and application of information systems applied to decision support;
- 2
Explain the nature of human decision-making;
- 3
Conduct decision analysis by applying contemporary decision theories and modelling techniques;
- 4
Develop decision support systems for decision makers;
- 5
Evaluate major approaches of IT-based decision support;
- 6
Select the appropriate decision support approach for a particular project;
- 7Perform system analysis for decision support projects.
Workload and teaching
- Applied sessions22 hours
- Seminars24 hours
- Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled online and face to face learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated reading and preparation for scheduled teaching activities.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Mr Tam Leong Hing
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Caddie Gao
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for FIT5094?
You need FIT9138 or FIT9130 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
When is FIT5094 offered?
In 2026, FIT5094 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia.
How much work is FIT5094?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does FIT5094 have an exam?
No. FIT5094 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.