Overview
Building on Phase One courses, this course explores different types of information systems and the process of developing an effective information strategy for the management of an organization. The course uses a very recently revised, comprehensive textbook and a number of readings and cases to study how organizations are creating innovative information management systems and incorporating them into their business strategies.
As with all master level courses, this course is not about black and white questions and answers. Instead, it deals with gray areas. Through readings and discussions, you will gain insight into and understanding of the issues associated with managing and exploiting information and information systems. By the end of the course, you will be able to more effectively participate in decision making regarding IT-related issues.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:
- discuss the value and role of information technology in business
- apply fundamental business concepts and frameworks to strategically solve business problems
- assess the relevance and use of information technology to drive business-specific operational and strategic outcomes
- justify recommended solutions to business challenges taking into consideration applicable risks and costs
- model a team-based approach to strategically solve information technology business challenges
- demonstrate ethical awareness in information technology governance and use.
Evaluation
Your course work will be evaluated as follows.
| Activity | Weight |
| Assignment #1 | 20% |
| Assignment #2 | 20% |
| Assignment #3 | 20% |
| Participation in Think Tanks [Discussions] | 40% |
| Total | 100% |
Component marks for this course are translated into letter grades as per the Graduate Grading Policy .
Materials
Digital course materials
Links to the following course materials will be made available in the course:
Turban, E., Pollard, C., & Wood. G. (2021). Information technology for management: Driving digital transformation to increase local and global performance, growth and sustainability (12th ed.). Wiley and Sons.
All other course materials will be accessed online.