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COURSE SYLLABUS: Computer Information Systems Management

Course Title: Department: Instructor:

BU314 - Computer Information Systems Management Business Eric P. Brown, MBA, MS, MA E-Mail | Vita

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Contemporary Issues in Information Systems uses a mixture of textbook assignments, cases, and Internet research to highlight the key issues faced by managers in developing global IS and IT strategies. The material will develop your understanding of market assessment and market entry issues. It will equip you with an appreciation for the idiosyncrasies involved with the planning and implementation of marketing, along with the marketing mix strategies that come into play. The student will be exposed to both domestic and international aspects and issues related to marketing which will help to develop the problem-solving skills that are required for this style of business.

The time frame for this course is eight (8) weeks.

Required Text: Online Bookstore

Management Information Systems, Eighth Edition, by Raymond McLeod Jr., Prentice Hall (Pearson Education), 2000/2001. ISBN-13: 9780130192370 ISBN: 0130192376 -USED IS FINE-

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Week One

• Read Chapters 1,2,3
• Write a 2 to 3 page, double spaced paper on the IS in your organization.

Week Two

• Read Chapters 4,5,6
• Do Case Study Pet Store AG-page 96

Week Three

• Read Chapters 7,8,9
• Do Case Study Epic Publications-page 149

Week Four

• Read Chapters 10,11,12
• Do questions 1, 3, 4 Chapter 12
• Submit Midterm (90 Minutes/open book)

Week Five

• Read Chapters 13,14,15,16
• Do Case Study Newcastle Homes

Week Six

• Read Chapters 17,18,19
• Do Case Study Catco
Week Eight

TERM PAPER
• In 8 to 10 pages, double spaced, using all of the information learned from this course, revisit your IS in your workplace and prepare a blueprint that will give an overall picture of the health of the current system in place, along with point out possible problematic areas. If this situation does not apply, this paper can be used to design an IS for a potential business. Keep in mind that the more specific you are, the better the paper will be. When completed, this paper should be of the caliber that it could be presented to your CIO, CEO and CFO for consideration. Due to the complexity of this paper, and all that is involved, this should be started no later than the second week of class.

Assignments and Writing

At the undergraduate level, students are expected to have an advanced writing style, Therefore, all written assignments must be typed on a computer in an organized format of your choice as long as it is appropriate for the information being presented. Because effective communication is a primary element of success in today's competitive business environment, spelling, grammar and punctuation will be strictly enforced and graded as part of the assignment. Exceptions will not be made.

The length of your writings is up to you as long as content is not sacrificed. Please stay within the maximum guidelines I have listed.

Plagiarism is unquestionably the worst academic violation a student can commit. If you are caught utilizing material without proper reference or citation, you will receive an automatic failing grade for this course. All references must be cited as a footnote or endnote utilizing any acceptable style of your choice. If you have any questions in this area, please contact me.

All assignments must be turned in on time to receive full credit. Please make prior arrangements for unusual circumstances.

Grading
The course grading criteria is as follows:



Attendance Mid-Term Cases Questions Final Paper

05 points 20 points 20 points 10 points 45 points





100 - 90 89 - 80 79 - 70 69 - 60 Below 60

A B C D F



Final Note

I look forward to guiding you through this class and hope you find it an enjoyable experience. Feel free to contact me by phone or e-mail any time. I will be happy to assist you in any way I can during this course or any other time during your studies.