Faculty: Applied Science Management Information Systems (MIS) focuses on the use of information technology to support and improve business processes and decision-making. Students develop skills in database management, systems analysis, project management, and data analytics. Graduates are prepared for careers in IT management, business analysis, data analytics, and consulting. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of management information systems and their role in organizations. - Develop skills in database management, systems analysis, and project management. - Learn techniques for data analytics, business intelligence, and decision support systems. - Explore principles of IT strategy, enterprise systems, and cybersecurity. - Analyze and interpret business data and information systems. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and technical skills for effective MIS practice. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Management Information Systems** - Overview of key concepts, principles, and practices in MIS. - Fundamentals of information systems, IT infrastructure, and business processes. 2. **Database Management** - Principles of database management, including database design, SQL, and database administration. - Techniques for designing, querying, and managing databases. 3. **Systems Analysis and Design** - Principles of systems analysis and design, including requirements gathering, system modeling, and prototyping. - Techniques for analyzing and designing information systems. 4. **Project Management** - Principles of project management, including planning, scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder communication. - Techniques for managing IT projects from initiation to completion. 5. **Data Analytics and Business Intelligence** - Principles of data analytics and business intelligence, including data mining, statistical analysis, and visualization. - Techniques for analyzing business data and supporting decision-making. 6. **IT Strategy and Enterprise Systems** - Principles of IT strategy, including strategic planning, IT governance, and digital transformation. - Techniques for implementing and managing enterprise systems like ERP and CRM. 7. **Cybersecurity** - Principles of cybersecurity, including network security, data protection, and risk management. - Techniques for securing information systems and managing cyber threats. 8. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in MIS settings, including internships and hands-on projects in IT departments, consulting firms, or data analytics companies. - Application of learned skills in practical MIS scenarios. 9. **Capstone Project in Management Information Systems** - Comprehensive project applying skills in database management, systems analysis, or data analytics. - Delivery of a polished MIS project, research paper, or presentation. **Assessment Methods:** - Database management projects, systems analysis reports, project management plans, data analytics studies, IT strategy analyses, cybersecurity projects, internship/practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Management Information Systems" by Kenneth C. Laudon and Jane P. Laudon. - "Database Management" by Raghu Ramakrishnan and Johannes Gehrke. - "Systems Analysis and Design" by Kendall and Kendall. - "Project Management" by various authors. - "Data Analytics and Business Intelligence" by various authors. - "IT Strategy and Enterprise Systems" by various authors. - "Cybersecurity" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of computer science, business principles, and an interest in information technology and management. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, internships, and capstone projects. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue further education or professional certifications, such as Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or specialized certifications in areas like data analytics or project management. **Target Audience:** Aspiring IT managers, business analysts, data analysts, consultants, and professionals seeking careers in IT departments, consulting firms, data analytics companies, and various industries requiring MIS expertise. This major equips students with the technical, analytical, and managerial skills needed to excel in management information systems, supporting careers in various IT and business-related roles.