Special emphasis is placed on the concepts of demand, cost and supply theories. Also studied will be the use of models in decision-making and forecasting. MBA 820 concerns the use of technology, emphasizing computer systems, in providing information systems for effective management decision making. Fundamental concepts of information systems and their underlying technology are presented in the frame work of tools for personal and managerial problem solving. Foundational computer science concepts along with terminology, ethical issues, application and hands-on system use are explored.
Students select a topic of interest for the creation of a term project to augment class experiences.
This course will provide you with the necessary foundation to use information systems productively and also to manage the application of information technology within an organization. This course will examine the historical development of information systems. Since proper application of the tool requires an understanding of its capabilities and limitations, both areas will be studied. This course will investigate the possible future directions of IS research. Finally this course does not treat IS as a sterile discipline but seeks to provide a personality for it by demonstrating how a worldview influences the application of the tool and the development of the field.