Information Systems & Technology

Catalog description

Information technology has become a key component for accomplishing strategic and operational goals in organizations today. As such, organizations expect their new employees to have a basic understanding of information technologies. To accomplish organizational goals and advance one’s career path, one needs to understand and apply information technologies effectively, efficiently, and creatively. The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to information systems and technology and to familiarize students with the fundamental concepts and principles of information systems. The course is targeted for graduate students who have little or no background in information systems. Therefore, it focuses on breadth of coverage rather than depth in any specific area.