Introduction To Information Systems
Roles and relevance of information systems in organisations to conduct business and solve problems. Information systems principles in modern organisations. Systems concepts; organisational processes; technological aspects of information systems. The internet. Information technology security.…
Learning outcomes
At the end of this course, students should be able to: 1. explain system concepts and organisational processes; 2. explain information systems principles and application in modern organisation; 3. describe information technology security and related ethical issues; and 4. explain database management and system development life cycle.
Course contents
Roles and relevance of information systems in organisations to conduct business and solve problems. Information systems principles in modern organisations. Systems concepts; organisational processes; technological aspects of information systems. The internet. Information technology security. Ethical issues. Database management. Systems development life cycle.