BIS 221: Fundamentals of Information Systems

Credits 3
Catalog

In order to succeed in business, companies must understand how to leverage technology. This course provides an overview of the role and use of information systems in supporting business processes and decision-making, gaining competitive advantage, and enabling electronic commerce and enterprise collaboration. Core concepts/disciplines covered include: collaboration systems, hardware/software, databases, systems development, business intelligence, networks and telecommunications, e-commerce/web 2.0, security, and process management. The subjects discussed in the course prepare students in business majors to integrate their management, accounting, finance, and marketing knowledge with information technology.