Although the program provides a generalist perspective, the flexibility of the curriculum allows MBA students to concentrate in one of six career specializations.

Unless otherwise noted, each course is four credits .

MIS 523 - SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND SPECIFICATION

Provides an understanding of the systems development and modification process. It enables students to choose and adapt system development methodologies. In approaching a project, teaches the principles of high-quality information requirements determination and specification through effective communication with users and all other stakeholders in systems development and maintenance and appropriate documentation standards. Participatory approaches like JAD, SSM, ETHICS or prototyping are emphasized.

MIS 533 - DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

Management of data resources is a crucial activity for any enterprise because effective decisions require good information. Since a good database management system may perform poorly with badly designed databases, this course provides a conceptual foundation and design principles upon which students may develop well-designed applications using the relational database model and the database life-cycle methodology. Tutorials and projects provide students the opportunity to implement their designs and become proficient in the use of the various features of a database management system. Advanced topics include transaction management and concurrency control, distributed database management systems, object-oriented databases, data warehouse design, database administration and e-business integration. Prerequisites: MIS 500 and MIS 523.

MIS 573 - INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT PROJECT

Capstone course in information systems development. Students work on a real-life project in the analysis, design and implementation of a system to address an actual problem. Proper project management skills are also emphasized. Qualifies students to be productive members of an industry project team.

MIS 581-9 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS

An examination in depth of issues or problems concerned with theory and practice of a computer-based information systems. Concentrating on new topics and viewpoints in both technological capabilities and the human-social aspects of information systems.

MIS 586 E-BUSINESS

The Internet has become an important part of doing business today, giving rise to what is typically know as e-business. A vast number of technologies are available today to help businesses use the Internet for enhancing their efficiency and effectiveness and many of these technologies can be used in a variety of ways. Consequently, businesses not only need to be aware of what is available today, they also need to be aware of how to apply them effectively.  This course focuses on e-business strategy and technology. Upon completion of this course, it is anticipated that each learner will have
acquired knowledge about the functioning, application, and management of
various e-business technologies that help a business and its employees conduct various functions such as coordination, content literacy (knowledge management), commerce, and computing. The knowledge that you will gain in this course forms a core element of an MBA education. Students in all areas are likely to find this course useful in developing and enhancing their knowledge of technology, its application, and management, as well as pertinent technical skills.

MIS 597 INDEPENDENT STUDY

In-depth study in particular area of interest, under direction of appropriate faculty.

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