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FIT5233 · Digital transformation, strategy and governance
2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 5Faculty of Information Technology
Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTCOverview
This unit equips you with the knowledge and skills to critically understand and lead responsible digital transformation initiatives within modern organisations. You will explore the strategic, operational, analytical, and ethical dimensions of digital transformation through both theoretical frameworks and applied learning. The unit covers how digital transformation reshapes organisational strategising, business models, and processes. You will learn how to apply evidence-based techniques and digital tools to develop actionable business solutions. The unit also emphasises communication and collaboration through team-based consulting projects, real-world client engagement, and business case development. Key themes include digital strategy and governance, digitally enabled innovation, process reengineering, evidence-driven decision-making, and emerging digital technologies such as AI. By the end of the unit, you will be able to confidently diagnose organisational needs, propose feasible digital strategies, and deliver impactful consulting outcomes.
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Clayton | First semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Malaysia | First semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
Assessment
The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | In-class Quizzes | Quiz / Test | 5% | — |
| 2 | Mid-term Exam | Quiz / Test | 20% | — |
| 3 | Business Case Report | Written | 35% | — |
| 4 | Client Pitch Presentation | Presentation | 25% | — |
| 5 | Self-Reflection Report | Written | 15% | — |
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
Learning outcomes
- Explain how digital transformation influences organisational strategising and governing
- Analyse and develop digitally enabled business models with relevant theories and techniques
- Analyse, improve, and reengineer digitally enabled business processes with appropriate frameworks
- Devise evidence-based insights that support responsible digital transformation
- Design, develop, and communicate solutions to address real-world digital transformation challenges and opportunities
Workload
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.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Applied sessions | 24 hours |
| Seminars | 24 hours |
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