Information systems (and its underlying information technologies) have become indispensable components in the modern enterprise. Information systems (IS) are one of the major tools available to managers for achieving operational excellence, improving decision making, facilitating product/service development and innovations, and achieving and sustaining firms’ competitive advantage. In this “information economy” and “digital age,” there is a tremendous demand for managers that can combine technical skills with business insights to create values for their firms using IS.
This course offers a comprehensive overview of information systems (IS). It will explore both technical and managerial issues related to IS. Fundamental concepts of IS, how they impact business firms, and how IT investment can be appraised will be discussed. Students will also be introduced to modern information technology infrastructure and core IS applications for businesses (including enterprise applications, data analytics for decision support, and e- commerce). Finally, we will cover some emerging IT innovations, that include knowledge management, sharing economy, and Internet of Things (IoT) and their applications.