Integrated University

Code: UITB511EM               Title:   Management of Information Systems               Version: 1

Level: M                                   UIT credit rating: 3

Module type: Standard

Valid from: March 2003

Contributes towards: MBA (see notes)

Pre-requisites: None

Co-requisites: None

Excluded combinations: None

Learning outcomes:

On completion of this module successful participants should be able to:

a)         Knowledge and Understanding
understand the fundamentals of information technology and its applications, communications and networks concepts develop an understanding of information technology and its position within the organisation appreciate the integration of management of information systems with the business strategy of an organisation.  

b)         Subject-specific Skills
demonstrate an awareness of the impact of information technology on the firm and society recognise the importance of information vision, IT architecture and planning at strategic, technical and operational levels.

c)         Cognitive Skills
evaluate and select appropriate information requirements for various types of decision making and planning strategies analyse the applicability of current trends in IT for an organisation. 

d)         Transferable Skills
develop intellectual, well-formed decisions on the IT needs of various functional arms of an organisation partner with IT specialists and stakeholders at professional and efficient levels be well placed to keep abreast of future developments in the field present written work in an appropriate and thoughtful manner. 

Syllabus Outline:

●  Overview of information system
●  Concepts, theories and models
●  Information management in a global economy
●  Evaluating information technology
●  Designing systems for business
●  Systems development procedures
●  Information system and organisational change
●  Strategic application of information system
●  Information system as a source of sustaining competitive advantage
●  Managing in a world of e-commerce
●  Knowledge management
●  Managing the information resource

Teaching and Learning Approaches:

The module will draw on a variety of teaching and learning methods.  Lecture the module will include the delivery of 12 major topics in the field of information system management.  Workshops are formed to cater for small and large group exercises, and case studies activities.  The module will make an extensive use of web-based support materials to fulfil its aims and objectives.

Indicative Sources:
Gordon, S. (2002). Information System: A Management Approach, 3^rd Edition, Wiley. 

Hackney, R. and Dunn, D. (2002). Business Information Technology Management, Palgrave. 

Haddad, C.J. (2002). Managing Technological Change: A Strategic Partnership Approach, Sage Publication. 

Henry, J. and Mayle, D. (2002). Managing Innovation and Change, 2^nd Edition, Sage Publication.  

Marakas, G. (2003). Decision Support System, Pearson Publication. 

McManus, J. and Wood-Harper, T. (2003). Information Systems Project Management: Methods, Tools and Techniques, Pearson Publication. 

Post, G.V. and Anderson, D. (2003). Managing Information Systems: Solving Business Problems with IT, 3^rd Edition, McGraw Hill. 

Turban, E. (2001). Information Technology for Management: Transforming Business in the Digital Economy, 3^rd Edition, Wiley. 

Ward, J. and Pepper, J. (2002). Strategic Planning for Information Systems, 3^rd Edition, Wiley. 

Wilson, D.A. (2002). Managing Information: IT for Business Processes, Butterworth-Heinemann. 

Assessment 

Weighting between components A and B:                A = 50% ; B = 50% 

ATTEMPT 1 
First Assessment Opportunity
Component A
Description of each element                                                                 Element weighting
1. Essay (1,500 words)                                                                                         1 

Component B
Description of each element                                                                         
1. Examination                                                                                                       1

Second Assessment Opportunity (further participation is not required)
Component A
Description of each element
1. Essay (1,500 words)                                                                                         1 

Component B
Description of each element                                                                         
1. Examination                                                                                                       1

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Faculty Dean/Programme Manager