Module Title : Information System 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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