2025-2026 Graduate Catalog

BUSN 615 Management Information Systems

This graduate-level course provides an in-depth exploration of the strategic role of information systems in modern organizations. Emphasizing both theoretical concepts and practical applications, the course equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, implement, and manage information systems to support organizational goals and objectives.

Credits

3

Offered

Fall, Spring

Outcomes

  1. Analyze the fundamental concepts and principles of Management Information Systems (MIS) and their role in organizations
  2. Identify and analyze the various components of an information system, including hardware, software, data, and people, and their interrelationships.
  3. valuate the strategic importance of information systems in achieving organizational goals and competitive advantage.
  4. Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze and address real-world business challenges using information systems.
  5. Demonstrate knowledge of different types of information systems used in organizations, such as transaction processing systems, decision support systems, and enterprise resource planning systems.
  6. Develop an understanding of the role of databases and data management in information systems, including data modeling, storage, retrieval, and security.
  7. Assess the ethical and social implications of information systems, including privacy, security, and the impact of technology on individuals and society.
  8. Analyze the role of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and cloud computing, in shaping the future of information systems.
  9. Develop effective communication skills to effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  10. Apply project management principles and techniques to plan, implement, and evaluate information systems projects.