Information Tech Systems Man

3 Credits · Level: Undergraduate

Information technology (IT) has had a profound impact on many aspects of the business world. To understand the business world, managers today need to understand business data and information, and how to make decisions using them. Information is power in the business world today and it is essential to understand it. Information systems enable the collection, storing, analysis and dissemination of this vital information. As such, the content of this course is relevant for students in all business majors. This course informs students about the role of information technology in organizations and how to best exploit that technology. In order to provide students with in-depth learning, three core areas from the information technology field are covered in the course: strategic value of information technology, data and information, and electronic business. Each area includes a project and/or case to provide students with useful and practical skills and learning in the area.