Business Information Systems

Module Aims: The purpose of this module is to introduce students to the key issues that must be considered in order to successfully develop and manage information systems. Students will increase their knowledge as to the factors that influence the successful adoption and implementation of information systems. The approach taken examines the user context, the organizational context and the competitive environment context within which information systems operate. It also examines the security challenges associated with the management of information systems and students will gain understanding as to how those security challenges can be proactively addressed. This module will also provide a platform of knowledge that enables participants to evaluate the ethical problems that can arise in the use of information systems. Additionally, in this module, students' competence in use of Excel will be increased. Students are expected to attend lectures and also attend weekly Excel tutorials.