This course provides an understanding of organizational systems, planning, and decision process, and how information is used for decision support in organizations. It covers quality and decision theory, information theory, and practice essential for providing viable information to the organization. It outlines the concepts of IS for competitive advantage, data as a resource, IS and IT planning and implementation, TQM and reengineering, project management and development of systems, and end-user computing. This course provides an understanding of algorithm development, programming, computer concepts and the design and application of data and file structures. It includes an understanding of the logical and physical structures of both programs and data.
Emphasis is upon the analysis and design of networking applications in organizations.
Management of telecommunications networks, cost-benefit analysis, and evaluation of connectivity options are also covered. Students learn to evaluate, select, and implement different communication options within an organization. This course provides an understanding of the system development and modification process. It enables students to evaluate and choose a system development methodology. It emphasizes the factors for effective communication and integration with users and user systems.