BUS 3500 MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMSOBJECTIVESWhy an IS course?Course ObjectivesSlide 5Slide 6Required TextTeaching MethodsGradingGrade calculationMakeupDue datesWebsite / E-mail addressInstructor Assistance1BUS 3500 MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMSAbdou Illia, [email protected](Monday 8/20/2012)2OBJECTIVESCourse overview (syllabus)Explain How class will be organized3Why an IS course?IS no longer exclusive domain of tech savvyInformation Systems used by all organizationsNeed for employees trained to use and manage computer applications4Course ObjectivesExplain the concept of a computer based information systems including detailed knowledge of the system components and how they evolved and interact.Demonstrate an understanding of hardware and software.Describe fundamental data communications and telecommunications concepts.Explain types of data communication networks typically found in businesses.Distinguish between types of information systemsKnowledge5Course ObjectivesUnderstand and explain database management system concept; functions, uses, and types.Demonstrate an understanding of computer security in today’s business Knowledge6Course ObjectivesBe able to participate in purchasing information systems’ components Use a DBMS to create and manage databases: tables, queries, forms, reports, etc.Skills7Required TextEssentials of Management Information Systems, Kenneth Laudon & Jane Laudon, Pearson Custom Publishing, 2012.8Teaching MethodsLecturesDiscussionsHands-onExercisesSummary questions9Grading3 Exams: 100 points eachWrittenCover subjects learned during previous weeks1 Final Exam: 150 points2 Exercises/Case Studies 100 points1 MS Access Project 110 points3+ Access Labs 45 pointsQuizzes: To be determined10Grade calculation90-100 %A80-89% B70-79% C60-69% DGrades calculated by dividing amassed points by MAX11MakeupNo makeup ExamsIf absence excused, grade is calculated without missed examExcused Absence REQUIRES written verificationStudent responsible to provide documentation12Due datesDue dates on course calendarResponsible to make sure assignments turned on timeAssignments due:at class beginning for written assignmentsBy due day/time for online submissions13Website / E-mail addresshttp://www.eiu.edu/~a_illia/SyllabusClass NotesAssignmentsYour E-mail addressRequired to receive class-related noticesSend me an e-mail ([email protected])Subject: BUS 3500 email listContent: Your-First-Name Your-Last-Name14Instructor AssistanceE-mail: [email protected]Phone: 581-6391Office Hours:10:00-12:30 T and Rand by appointmentThursday’s office hours may be in
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