2007-2008 Academic Catalog

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Management and Business Information Systems

MBIS 210 Introduction to Information Technology
3 hours. An introduction to information technology concepts. Students are exposed to a broad overview of hardware concepts, operating systems, networks, features of the Internet, and software applications. This class will help professionals in all areas to use computers and to understand information technology concepts. However, it is an introductory course, so no previous coursework in computers is required.

MBIS 428 Management of Information Systems
3 hours. Students are taught how information is used in organizations and how IS enables improvement in quality, timeliness, and competitive advantage. Students will learn how to identify IS options to address competitive needs, analyze business systems, investigate hardware and software options for acquisition, design and implement change management strategies using innovation and learning-based theories.

MBIS 429 Databases
3 hours. This course enables students to develop and improve their skills through effective and efficient use of database software. The emphasis is on productivity concepts and how to achieve them.

MBIS 430 Networks and Telecommunications
4 hours. Provides the hardware/software technology background to enable management personnel to understand trade-offs in computer architecture for effective use in a business environment. This course will explore system architecture for networked computing systems. Management of telecommunications networks and evaluation of connectivity options are covered.