The aim of the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) program is to provide research training in a manner that fosters the development of independent research skills in candidates. On completion of the period of research, the student should possess the ability to formulate a significant problem, mastery of appropriate conceptual and methodological frameworks, and the capacity for articulate and critical analysis. The MPhil thesis provides evidence of significant research as the culmination of 1.5-2 years full-time equivalent study and research training. Information systems researchers are making a sustained and influential contribution to the management, modelling, governance, integration, analysis and use of very large quantities of diverse and complex data in an interconnected world. Our Research Information System Design, Adoption and Use This area of research encompasses systems analysis and design approaches (including conceptual modelling), development methods (including agile), as well as studies of technology/system adoption in organisations, critical success factors, and factors and consequences relating to continued use of systems and technology. IT Business Value This area of research focuses on studying and increasing business value from the application of technology. It includes business process design, analysis and improvement, IT governance, social media, and impacts of various IT investments on business performance, to name a few. Managing Data, Information and Knowledge This area of research focuses on supporting business decision making through data - i.e. data-driven decisions. The research focuses on data analytics, including social media data, knowledge management and data/information quality. Accounting Information Systems This area of research focuses on the role of information systems in accounting. Specifically it includes the use and impact of XBRL (extensible Business Reporting Language), changing roles and practices of Information Systems audit, and use of distributed ledger technologies (block chain) for audit and accounting. Managing Information Technology This area of research focuses on the appropriate management of technology in business. It includes cyber security, IT governance, business-IT alignment, and IT strategy/sourcing.