Introduction to Information Systems and Technology

MIS 213, Spring 2015

CIS 2005, CIS 1007

Class Location

Tuesdays – Lab CI2005

Thursdays – Lecture/Classroom CI1007

What is this course about?

Information systems are computer-based systems that provide information where and when needed in the format that is most appropriate to support business objectives

More specifically, our focus is on:• Use of Information systems (IS) in organizations• Information technologies that are used to

implement IS

Learning Objectives

Apply information systems solutions to business problems in marketing, finance, accounting, operations, and strategy.

Understand the role of IS in increasing personal and business productivity.

Identify how information systems can assist a firm in increasing its competitive advantage.

Understand IS and concepts which include hardware, software, storage, and telecommunications systems.

More Learning Objectives

Understand the role of IS in capturing and distributing organization knowledge and intelligence and in enhancing management decision making.

Obtain skills in spreadsheet, database, web-based applications

Identify ethical, moral and legal issues related to the storage and dissemination of information and the use of information systems.

Why is this a required course?

• This course reflects the essential and growing role of IS and IT in the future career of all business school graduates

• Why? – IS have become an intricate part for almost

every function in a modern organization– IS create opportunities for competitive

advantage (Wal-Mart vs. K-mart)– Need for a systemic view of the organization

and the role played by IT

Additional arguments for a solid IS/IT-education

• IT as the majority component of capital investments in modern organizations• Positive impact of IT on productivity

• Technological progress continuously opens new opportunities and challenges!• Strong demand for IS/IT-related skills and

specializations; good pay

• The core of IS concepts and principles is best delivered in an integrated and comprehensive course

Syllabus Overview

• Textbook, materials and handouts• Entropy• Student deliverables• Grading policy• Disability• Academic honesty• Schedule (tentative)

Textbook, material & handouts

• Textbook Introduction to Information Systems,

Fourth Edition (Rainer& Cegielski) Hands-on Tutorial and Cases (MIS.213

CP#2276)• USB Drive suggested

• Workspace and Help • Software – Access and Excel• Website

Course Information and Deliverables

Entropy contains course information https://csbapp.uncw.edu/Entropy/default.aspx Lecture Slides and Materials

•Lecture Materials• Exams (2)

•Lab Materials• Quizzes (3)• Projects (7)

• Verify Uploads!!!

Course Information and Deliverables

Once a grade for any project, quiz or assessment has been posted in Entropy, you will have up to a week to contest that grade. After a week, the assignment will not be reviewed and

the grade will not be changed.

DON’T WAIT UNTIL THE

END OF THE SEMESTER

Access and Excel Projects There will be 7 projects throughout the semester

3 Access Projects (before midterm) 4 Excel Projects (after midterm)

All of the following are considered cheating: COPYING OF OTHERS’ FILES JOINTLY WORKING ON THE SAME BASE FILES (meaning

two or more students work on the same assignment on the same machine at the same time)

PROVIDING YOUR FILES TO OTHER STUDENTS Handing in the work of others

I can tell when you turn in other classmate’s files

My Expectations

Make a serious effort to succeed in my class. Come to class on time and stay until class is over.

Turn off cell-phones while in class Use lab-computers only for class-related

activities Submit assignments on time Ask questions, voice concerns, provide

feedback via email, phone, or during office hours

In return, I pledge to

• Provide a well-organized course• Clearly explain course objectives and concepts• Provide materials to help students understand

course concepts• Answer student questions• Be concerned with student learning• Provide students with feedback• Provide assistance outside of class• Provide clear grading policies• Uniformly apply course policies

Who I am

Dr. CummingsAssistant Professor at UNCW

Ph.D. in IS (Indiana University) MBA in IS (Texas Tech University) Industry experience in networking, programming, project

management.

What I do

Teaching interests:• Intro to IS/IT• Systems Analysis and Design• IT Project Management• Networking

Research Interests:• Social media impact on organizations• Technology adoption• Healthcare IT

Class Today

Sign up for Entropy (https://csbapp.uncw.edu/entropy/)

Complete Class Survey

To do next (for next class)

If you have not done so, get the casebook

Read Chapter 1 for Thursday

Read the syllabus and complete the Entropy Registration Quiz

Ask questions

Useful information

Instructor: Dr. Jeffrey CummingsOffice: CIS 2051Office Hours:

T, TH, TH 9:00 – 11:00, 2:00 – 4:00 W 9:00 – 11:00 by appointment

Phone: 910-962-3032 Email: cummingsj@uncw.eduEntropy: http://bit.ly/2entropy Class Times:

Section 007 – TTH 11:00 -12:15 Section 008 – TTH 12:30 - 1:45