The Business of Information Technology

Catalog description

The goal of this course is to provide MPS candidates with experience in handling business processes that are necessary to successfully manage the business aspects of Information Technology. It covers business concepts and processes that are germane to the management and use of Information Technology including Accounting and Finance, Human Capital and Payroll, Budget, Contract Management, Proposals/Requests for Proposals, Statements of Work, and Service Level Agreements. Additionally, methods and approaches for performing cost-benefit analysis, procurement, making business cases for technology/cybersecurity, IT budgeting, and working with contractors and consultants will be reviewed.