Topics include fundamentals of MIS, decision theory, problem solving, information systems development from the manager's perspective, MIS applications, competitive uses of information technology, information resource management, and electronic commerce. The management case approach will be used to analyze MIS situations. This course examines all phases of the information systems life-cycle with particular attention to requirements analysis and the specifications of information systems. This course may be applied to the UM Certificate in Classical Studies. This course is delivered by computer conferencing and World Wide Web resources.
Computers are available at sites and centers statewide.
The nature, development, roles, and fundamental issues in the administration and management of libraries, media centers, and information agencies. CR3 Patricia Feehan. CLIS 702 Introduction to the Organization of Information and Materials, CLIS 703 Introduction to Information Sources and Services. CR3 Daniel Barron. Should be taken within first 12 credits of college course work, excluding developmental course work, or permission of instructor.