Management Information Systems

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An introduction to the capabilities, limitations, and applications of computers in the business environment. Topics include information systems, hardware, software, data management, telecommunications and networking, decision support, artificial intelligence, expert systems, security, privacy, ethical issues in information systems, and implementation of effective information technology (IT) utilization. Typically offered Fall Spring Summer. Prerequisite(s): MGMT 10200 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF C- OR ISM 10200 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF C- OR BIA 10200 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF C- Course Learning Outcomes 1. Define the term Information Systems. 2. Name the components of an information system and describe several system characteristics. 3. Identify some of the strategies employed to lower costs and improve service. 4. Describe how to select and organize computer system components to support information system objectives. 5. Discuss the speed, functionality, and importance of input and output devices. 6. Identify and briefly describe the functions of the two basic kinds of software. 7. Define general data management concepts and terms, highlighting the advantages and disadvantages of the database approach to data management. 8. Identify the common functions performed by all database management systems and discuss the key features of three popular end user database management systems. 9. Define the terms communications and telecommunications and describe the components of a telecommunications system. 10. Identify and describe Internet, intranet, and extranet and discuss how organizations are using them. 11. Define the terms Enterprise Resource Planning, transaction processing, and electronic commerce. 12. List and discuss important characteristics of decision support systems (DSS), artificial intelligence systems (AI), and expert systems (ES). View Class Schedule