1 BUS 3500 MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS Abdou Illia, Ph.D. (Monday 5/17/2010)

2 OBJECTIVES  Course overview (syllabus)  Explain How class will be organized

3 Why an IS course?  IS no longer exclusive domain of tech savvy  Information Systems used by all organizations  Need for employees trained to use and manage computer applications

4 Course Objectives  Explain the concept of a computer based information systems including detailed knowledge of the system components and how they evolved and interact.  Demonstrate an understanding of hardware and software.  Describe fundamental data communications and telecommunications concepts.  Explain types of data communication networks typically found in businesses.  Distinguish between types of information systems Knowledge

5 Course Objectives  Understand and explain database management system concept; functions, uses, and types.  Demonstrate an understanding of computer security in today’s business Knowledge

6 Course Objectives  Be able to participate in purchasing information systems’ components  Use a DBMS to create and manage databases: tables, queries, forms, reports, etc. Skills

7 Required Text  Essentials of Management Information Systems, Kenneth Laudon & Jane Laudon, Pearson Custom Publishing, Book site:

8 Teaching Methods  Lectures  Discussions  Hands-on  Exercises  Summary questions

9 Grading  2 Exams: 100 points each Written Cover subjects learned during previous weeks  1 Final Exam: 150 points  1 Exercise/Case Study 50 points  1 MS Access Project110 points  3+ Access Labs45 points  Quizzes: To be determined

10 Grade calculation % A 80-89%B 70-79%C 60-69%D Grades calculated by dividing amassed points by MAX

11 Makeup  No makeup Exams If absence excused, grade is calculated without missed exam  Excused Absence REQUIRES written verification Student responsible to provide documentation

12 Due dates  Due dates on course calendar  Responsible to make sure assignments turned on time  Assignments due: at class beginning for written assignments By due day/time for online submissions

13 Website / address  Syllabus Class Notes Assignments  Your address Required to receive class-related notices Send me an  Subject: BUS list  Content: Your-First-Name Your-Last-Name

14 Instructor Assistance   Phone:  Office Hours: 8:30-9:30 MTW and by appointment