Business Information Systems

The fundamental concepts and architecture of business computing, information systems, hardware and software and related telecommunications systems are introduced. With a focus on managing the enterprise, of interest to those with both technical and nontechnical backgrounds. Through projects and discussions, students will learn to recognize strategic and tactical opportunities for deployment of information technology and Internet and e-commerce solutions to increase organizational productivity, performances and capacity. Topics include a framework for systems requirement analysis, systems acquisition and human resource implications. Prerequisites: BUSI 101 and 102.