Students acquire the basic knowledge and skills needed to effectively utilize information systems and technology in support of organizational strategy. Topics include an introduction to information systems in organizations; strategy and information systems leadership; databases and data management; information networks; the Internet and social media; enterprise resource planning and business applications; e-business; wireless and mobile technology; knowledge management; developing and implementing information systems; security and information systems auditing; information ethics and privacy; and practical skills using operating systems, word processing and spreadsheet software. Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for the course, but ENGL 1101 is recommended. Note: Students cannot get credit for more than one of COMP 1000, COMP 1350, COMP 1700, COMP 1910, MIST 2610, MIST 2611.
Students acquire the basic knowledge and skills needed to effectively utilize information systems and technology in support of organizational strategy. Topics include an introduction to information systems in organizations; strategy and information systems leadership; databases and data management; information networks; the Internet and social media; enterprise resource planning and business applications; e-business; wireless and mobile technology; knowledge management; developing and implementing information systems; security and information systems auditing; information ethics and privacy; and practical skills using operating systems, word processing and spreadsheet software. Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for the course, but ENGL 1101 is recommended. Note: Students cannot get credit for more than one of COMP 1000, COMP 1350, COMP 1700, COMP 1910, MIST 2610, MIST 2611.
