The student examines business information processing systems, including a study of the computer's relationship to the overall business information system and its subsystems. The course stresses the development of an overall framework for analyzing the use of information by organizations. Examples are developed to demonstrate the integrative nature of the information systems through the use of case studies and projects. Students examine the techniques of optimum research allocation, emphasizing the application of quantitative methods to practical problems. Topics covered include optimum values, minimum and maximum values with and without constraints, queuing, linear models and techniques and statistical methods.
Emphasis is less on derivation than on application.
Examples used for application come from all areas of business, manufacturing and institutional experience. The student examines the qualitative and quantitative methods and theories in the management of business operations and production. The student examines the application of microeconomics theory as applied to the manager's responsibilities within the organization. This course should emphasize the qualitative application of economic principles to business analysis. The student examines the application of the tools and methods of research to management problems.