Analytical Methods - Info Sys

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The focus of this course is on helping students learn: (1) the basics of information technology (IT) and how IT is used effectively by organizations and (2) quantitative analysis skills that are essential to function effectively as a business professional. Problem formulation strategies, decision making methodologies and analytical reasoning from operations research will make information technology concepts more meaningful and help students make better decisions regarding the management of IT as a strategic resource. Students will also learn how technology can be used to enhance the formulation and development of commonly encountered business problems and to solve them effectively. Prerequisite: Pre-Qualification Sequence in IT, Math and Statistics ( BMBA 8018 , 8019 , 8020 ) or equivalent. Offered: Fall, Spring.