This course examines computer based decision support modeling technologies for loosely structured problems. Semester by arrangement. Open only with consent of instructor . Analysis of file organization techniques and of hierarchical, network, and relational data models. Data base integrity and administration are considered.
Students implement a data base file system with query capability.
The value of data bases to managers is stressed. Managing and Controlling Information Systems . Semester by arrangement. OPIM 396 . Special Topics in Information Management .