AN 322 - INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN THE MODERN ENTERPRISE

College of Business and Economics

Credit(s): 3

This course provides an introduction to the uses of information systems in the management of organizations. Recognizing that modern organizations rely on such systems, it is geared toward aspiring professionals who need to understand both how these systems contribute to their organizations and how they can participate in the realization the value from these systems. The course covers basic systems concepts; socio-technical issues; emerging hardware, software, and telecommunications infrastructure technologies; systems analysis and design, database management; system implementation; project management; and systems management. It also introduces such application as decision support, knowledge management, and e-business with an emphasis on relevant managerial problems within both local and global contexts.

Prereq: Completion of all college Pre-major requirements and admission to Upper Division in Business and Economics. Non-B&E Upper Division undergraduate students who are not Business Minors may be enrolled with the consent of the instructor.