Course Number and Title:
MIS 220 Management Information Systems
Campus Location
- Dover
- Georgetown
- Wilmington
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: (BUS 107 or CIS 107) and (MGT 212 or concurrent)
Course Credits and Hours
3 credit(s)
3 lecture hours/week
1 lab hours/week
Course Description
This course explores the role of information systems in organizations. Fundamental concepts of management information systems (MIS), including system design, data management, and the integration of technology in business processes, will be developed and discussed. Emphasis will be placed on the strategic use of information systems to support decision-making, enhance productivity, and improve organizational effectiveness.
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
- Describe the importance of information to the core functions of a business. (CCC 2; PGC 2, 3)
- Analyze the components and types of information systems. (CCC 1, 2; PGC 3)
- Analyze the role of MIS in business decision-making and operations. (CCC 1, 2; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
- Evaluate the impact of emerging technologies on organizations. (CCC 2; PGC 2, 3, 4, 5)
- Design and implement basic information systems solutions. (CCC 2, 3, 5, 6; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
- Assess ethical and security issues related to information systems. (CCC 4; PGC 1, 2, 3)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- Describe the importance of information to the core functions of a business.
- Explain the difference between knowledge, data, and information
- Explain how understanding performance indicators leads to overall business growth.
- Discuss how effective information systems lead to better decision making.
- Explain the differences between strategic, tactical, and operational decision-making in organizations.
- Identify the value of developing appropriate information systems in the age of big data and analytics.
- Analyze the components and types of information systems.
- Identify the hardware, software, and network components of information systems.
- Classify different types of information systems (e.g., TPS, MIS, DSS, ERP) and their purpose.
- Explain the interaction between various information system components within an organization.
- Examine the purpose of each type of information system in supporting business operations.
- Describe the logical structure of relational databases.
- Analyze the role of MIS in business decision-making and operations.
- Discover how management information systems contribute to improving business processes.
- Demonstrate the impact of MIS on real-world decision-making.
- Examine information from MIS reports to assess business performance.
- Compare MIS tools for forecasting and planning in business operations.
- Apply MIS strategies for successful project management.
- Evaluate the impact of emerging and evolving technologies on organizations.
- Investigate current trends in emerging technologies (e.g., AI, IoT, blockchain) and their applications in business.
- Assess the potential benefits and risks of adopting new technologies in an organizational context.
- Evaluate the impact of cloud computing and mobile technologies on business operations.
- Articulate the concepts of information infrastructure (e.g. World Wide Web, internet, intranet, HTML, IP addresses).
- Examine the implications of digital transformation for future organizational structures.
- Design and implement basic information systems solutions.
- Identify user requirements for database development.
- Outline a simple database structure and its objects to meet business requirements.
- Develop a basic user interface for an information system solution.
- Test and implement an information system prototype to ensure it meets specified user needs.
- Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the database solution.
- Assess ethical and security issues related to information systems.
- Identify common ethical issues surrounding data privacy in the management of organizational data.
- Identify information security risks that impact organizations.
- Analyze the legal frameworks that govern the use and protection of information systems.
- Examine security measures to protect business information systems from threats.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
= |
A |
| 80-89 |
= |
B |
| 70-79 |
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C |
| 0-69 |
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F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
Evaluation Measure | Percentage of final grade |
Summative Assessments |
Exams (3-5, equally weighted) | 50% |
Excel and Access Project | 20% |
Formative Assessments |
The course will contain various formative assessments including but not limited to: Exercises
Quizzes
Discussion Boards
| 30% |
TOTAL | 100% |
Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
Integrate professional, ethical, and legal standards into business decision-making.
Apply foundational business concepts that lead to strategic thinking and the ability to analyze complex problems.
Use professional and technology based skills that are relevant to the dynamic business environment.
Employ effective communication skills and collaboration strategies to promote positive organizational outcomes.
Apply skills necessary to analyze and interpret business and financial data for decision-making purposes.
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
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