1. Types of Information Systems

2. Learning Outcomes
LO1: Be able to describe and define a MIS and its purpose. LO2: Describe the features, benefits and purpose of an MIS

3. What is a Management Information System?
THINK PAIR SHARE
In small groups see if you can come up with a small paragraph to describe what an MIS is.

4. My Definition:
A computerized system designed to support the activities and functions of a company. It gives a company the information it needs to make decisions and manage themselves efficiently and effectively.

5. In groups: 5mins
Without the Internet. What do you think the main features of a management information system are?

6. Some of the features of an MIS
Data Collection
Data Management
Report Generation
Scalability (businesses can add to the MIS capacity)
Accessibility
Integration (do all other information systems integrate easily?)

7. Suitability for purpose
Presentation of information should be in a form and format suitable to the needs of extension managers. Generally, information is presented in reports, statistical summaries, analyses, and so forth in the form of text, figures, charts, tables, and graphs. The presentation of information should be precise, clear, and appealing.

8. SIMS

9. Task:
Complete these tasks in either a new Powerpoint presentation or a new word document. Make sure you save in your area with the rest of the work for this unit.
In your own words write a definition of what a management information system is.
What is the purpose of an MIS?
What are the features of an MIS?
What are the benefits of a MIS?
How are MIS made suitable for purpose?

10. Plenary
On a post it note: 1 thing you have learnt 1 thing your not quite sure about