Module Title : Information Systems
Management
Module Code :
BBA310, CM310, BEEE310, BEM310, BIT310
Course Objective
This course is designed to provide you with an overview of computer
and information systems concepts along with a working knowledge of
some of the most popular software tools currently available. Upon
completion of this course you will be well acquainted with basic
computer terminology, hardware and software components,
communications technology, information systems analysis and design,
and issues arising out of the rapidly evolving field of information
systems.
Course Description
Topics covered include Introduction to computers, processing
data, interfacing with computers, storing information, network and
data communication, cyberspace and computers in business,
information systems and computer programs.
Course Requirement
There will be 9 multiple-choice exams and course assignments
(Reaction Papers). The objective is not to test your memorization
skills but your ability to readily assimilate information system
management and then apply the data and concepts to everyday problems
and situations.
Course Assignments: Reaction Papers
The reaction paper is your opportunity to reflect and consider each
chapter presented in this course. It should contain your own
thoughts, reactions, opinions, areas of agreement or disagreement
that you arrive at as you progress through the course. It may be a
reaction to something you read in the text, or outside lecture
material. The paper should be hand-written in ink and a minimum of
one page (front & back), single-spaced.
All papers must be
submitted at the end of the course.
Grading Procedure
Multiple-choice exams are valued at 70% of final grade; assignment is
30% of final grade.
Numeric Grades
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Letter Grades
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Editorial/Evaluation
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4.00
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A
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Superior work at high honors level
produces publishable, professionally presentable work
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3.00
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B
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High quality work.
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2.00
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C
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Satisfactory work.
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1.00
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D
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Below average work.
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0.00-0.99
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F
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Failure. College-level skills not
demonstrated.
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