MIS - Management Information Systems

This course provides an introduction to the tools and techniques of management information systems. Students learn about and apply concepts and skills related to utilizing information systems to enable an organization to be more efficient and to build and maintain competitive advantage. Coverage includes hardware and software applications, e-commerce, network design, and a survey of common and cutting-edge information systems used in contemporary workplaces. Pre-requisite(s): BUS 101 or BUS 430, or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course provides an overview of data communications and networks for IT and business professionals. The course covers the technical fundamentals of how networks function, studies real-life applications of network technology, and outlines network design and management issues faced by business and IT organizations. Students also examine the latest trends in communications and networking technologies and the new applications and architectures that these technologies enable. Pre-requisite(s): BUS 430, or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course is an overview of the key technical and business issues associated with the design, development, and management of internal and external websites. In addition to providing hands-on experience with web development tools, the course addresses the roles, processes, and interfaces required for producing effective web sites. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course provides a foundation in design, implementation, and management of databases in today's business environment. The course covers the theory and applications of utilizing database management software to solve common business problems and associated issues of data integrity and privacy. Pre-requisite(s): BUS 430; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course covers contemporary information technology concepts and applications and their use in business operations, managerial decision-making, and creating competitive advantage, both domestically and globally. Students explore common uses of information technology tools for managing knowledge, business intelligence, and productivity. Pre-requisite(s): BUS 430 or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of data mining including motivations for, and applications of, data mining. The course provides an overview of the ethics and privacy issues with respect to invasive use, and the exploration of data mining technologies. This course also introduces students to the techniques used in mining information from the web including logs, forms, cookies, user identification, and path analysis. Pre-requisite(s): BUS 430; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours