OPIM 203C.04 Business Information Systems Matt Dean

Syllabus Office Hours: MW 10:45AM – 11:45AM 4 exams total –MS Excel – 25% –Database Design – 20% –MS Access – 30% –Final Exam – 25% Bonus points are available

Course Structure The course structure has dramatically changed from previous years –More emphasis on using MS Excel and MS Access to solve managerial problems –I want you to be able to think critically and analytically

Ground Rules Mobile Phones = OFF Come prepared for class –This means reading and doing the cases BEFORE coming to class!! Respect your classmates

Questions During Class Ask questions at anytime, provided you agree that my answer may be one of the following: –We’ll discuss that later –Let’s take that offline –I don’t know

Introductions Name Year in school/Background Why are here you?? What do you expect to learn from this course?? Interesting fact about yourself

Bridget

What is an Information System? IS have 5 fundamental components Hardware Software Data Processes People The objective of any IS is to convert raw data into information.

What is Information Technology? Information Technology (IT): –Narrow Definition: IT refers to the technological side of an information system. –Broad Definition: IT refers to the collection of information systems, users, and management for an entire organization

Why Learn About IS and IT? Every business uses some sort of information system How does IT affect our everyday lives? –Net NeutralityNet Neutrality –Net Neutrality - Part 2Net Neutrality - Part 2 –Rocketboom Explains Net NeutralityRocketboom Explains Net Neutrality