Faculty: Economics and Administrative Sciences The Management Information Systems (MIS) major focuses on the design, implementation, and management of information systems that support organizational operations and decision-making. Students gain skills in database management, systems analysis, project management, data analytics, and information technology strategy, preparing for careers in IT management, systems analysis, data analytics, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the principles of management information systems. - Develop skills in database management and systems analysis. - Learn project management and IT strategy. - Explore data analytics and business intelligence. - Analyze information systems security and risk management. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Gain practical experience through projects and internships. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Management Information Systems** - Overview of MIS principles, history, and industry trends. 2. **Database Management Systems** - Fundamentals of database design, implementation, and management. 3. **Systems Analysis and Design** - Techniques for analyzing and designing information systems. 4. **Project Management** - Principles of managing IT projects, including planning, execution, and control. 5. **Data Analytics and Business Intelligence** - Techniques for analyzing data and generating business insights. 6. **Information Systems Security** - Principles of securing information systems and managing risks. 7. **IT Strategy and Management** - Developing and implementing IT strategies that align with business goals. 8. **Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems** - Understanding and implementing ERP systems for organizational integration. 9. **E-Commerce and Digital Business** - Strategies for conducting business and managing operations in the digital environment. 10. **Networking and Telecommunications** - Fundamentals of computer networks, data communication, and telecommunications. 11. **Portfolio Development** - Creating a professional portfolio showcasing MIS skills. 12. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in IT departments, consulting firms, data analytics companies, or technology startups. 13. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying MIS skills, such as designing an information system, conducting a data analytics project, or developing an IT strategy. **Assessment Methods:** - MIS principles analyses - Database management projects - Systems analysis and design projects - Project management projects - Data analytics and business intelligence projects - Information systems security projects - IT strategy and management projects - ERP systems projects - E-commerce and digital business projects - Networking and telecommunications projects - Portfolio development projects - Internship/practicum reports - Capstone projects and presentations **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to Management Information Systems" - "Database Management Systems" - "Systems Analysis and Design" - "Project Management" - "Data Analytics and Business Intelligence" - "Information Systems Security" - "IT Strategy and Management" - "Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems" - "E-Commerce and Digital Business" - "Networking and Telecommunications" - "Portfolio Development" **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of business principles, computer science, and an interest in management information systems. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue certifications such as: - Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) - Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) - Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) - Certifications in specific MIS and data analytics software **Target Audience:** Aspiring IT managers, systems analysts, data analysts, business intelligence specialists, and professionals seeking careers in IT departments, consulting firms, data analytics companies, technology startups, and related fields. This major equips students with the managerial and technical skills needed to excel in management information systems, supporting careers in various roles within IT departments, consulting firms, data analytics companies, technology startups, and related fields.