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Comprehensive Overview of Management Information Systems - BUS 3500

This course introduces students to Management Information Systems (MIS), detailing its essential components, the interaction of hardware and software, and the role of databases in modern organizations. Students will learn key concepts in data communications, types of information systems, and the importance of security in business environments. Through lectures, discussions, and hands-on exercises, learners will develop skills in purchasing components and managing databases using software like MS Access. Evaluation includes exams, case studies, and lab assignments, promoting a thorough understanding of MIS.

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Comprehensive Overview of Management Information Systems - BUS 3500

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  1. BUS 3500 MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (Monday 5/17/2010) Abdou Illia, Ph.D.aillia@eiu.edu

  2. OBJECTIVES • Course overview (syllabus) • Explain How class will be organized

  3. Why an IS course? • IS no longer exclusive domain of tech savvy • Information Systems used by all organizations • Need for employees trained to use and manage computer applications

  4. Course Objectives Knowledge • Explain the concept of a computer based information systems including detailed knowledge of the system components and how they evolved and interact. • Demonstrate an understanding of hardware and software. • Describe fundamental data communications and telecommunications concepts. • Explain types of data communication networks typically found in businesses. • Distinguish between types of information systems

  5. Course Objectives Knowledge • Understand and explain database management system concept; functions, uses, and types. • Demonstrate an understanding of computer security in today’s business

  6. Course Objectives Skills • Be able to participate in purchasing information systems’ components • Use a DBMS to create and manage databases: tables, queries, forms, reports, etc.

  7. Required Text • Essentials of Management Information Systems, Kenneth Laudon & Jane Laudon, Pearson Custom Publishing, 2009. Book site: http://wps.prenhall.com/bp_laudon_essmis_8/

  8. Teaching Methods • Lectures • Discussions • Hands-on • Exercises • Summary questions

  9. Grading • 2 Exams: 100 points each • Written • Cover subjects learned during previous weeks • 1 Final Exam: 150 points • 1 Exercise/Case Study 50 points • 1 MS Access Project 110 points • 3+ Access Labs 45 points • Quizzes: To be determined

  10. 90-100% A 80-89% B 70-79% C 60-69% D Grade calculation Grades calculated by dividing amassed points by MAX

  11. Makeup • No makeup Exams • If absence excused, grade is calculated without missed exam • Excused Absence REQUIRES written verification • Student responsible to provide documentation

  12. Due dates • Due dates on course calendar • Responsible to make sure assignments turned on time • Assignments due: • at class beginning for written assignments • By due day/time for online submissions

  13. Website / E-mail address • http://www.eiu.edu/~a_illia/bus3500 • Syllabus • Class Notes • Assignments • Your E-mail address • Required to receive class-related notices • Send me an e-mail (aillia@eiu.edu) • Subject: BUS 3500 email list • Content: Your-First-NameYour-Last-Name

  14. Instructor Assistance • E-mail: aillia@eiu.edu • Phone: 581-6391 • Office Hours: • 8:30-9:30 MTW • and by appointment

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