Information Technology for Management ((4 Credits))

Catalog description

In this course, students will explore the impact of information technology on the business environment, focusing on how the organizational success and economic opportunities are supported or provided by IT-enabled capabilities. Students will analyze the use of the latest information technologies for achieving managerial goals and strategic business objectives. Students will examine how IT-business strategic alignment, operations, collaboration, performance, productivity, growth and career success are driven by and dependent on IT-capabilities. By exploring emerging information technologies, students will examine the framework -Operating model, Enterprise architecture, IT engagement model- and recommend appropriate IT solutions to complex business problems. Assumptions about surrounding courses: Students should have an understanding of computers along with a fundamental understanding of computer use in an organizational environment. In addition, students should have an understanding of management principles. Notes: Student may select either this course, or Management Information Systems as part of their degree program as there is some overlap in the course curriculums.