Course Description
Organizations and Information Systems; Types of Information Systems; Data, Information and Knowledge; Information Systems Development Process; Risk Management in Information Systems; Strength and Weaknesses of Information Systems; Information Systems failure; and Trends in Information Systems. The purpose of this course is to provide the student with an essential knowledge of the processes involved when planning and managing an Information Systems. With an understanding of the importance of Information Systems in the today’s world, the student will also be introduced to the current issues of Information Systems management such the failures and trends of Information Systems.
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, the student will be able to demonstrate:
- Ability to determine the suitable Information Systems according to the organizational structures.
- Ability to participate in developing Information Systems.
· Ability to identify, evaluate, and manage risks associated with Information Systems.
- Ability to develop strategies to minimize Information Systems failures
- Ability to identify and embark on opportunities provided by the future trends of Information Systems.
Course Content
- Organizations and Information Systems:
- Types of Information Systems and their roles:
- Information Systems development process:
- Risk Assessment in Information Systems:
- Strength and Weaknesses of Information Systems:
- Information Systems failures:
Course reading materials
- Management of Information Technology, Fourth Edition, by Carroll, John Frenzel ISBN: 0-619-03417-3 2004 Publish date: 2003
- Information Technology for Management: Transforming Organizations in the Digital Economy, 4th Edition, by Turban, Publisher: Wiley, Hardcover, 4th edition, Published 2003, ISBN 0471229679