Course ePortfolio
Business Information Systems
This collection contains the Affordable Learning Solution for the Southern University System (AL$4SUS) list of peer-reviewed textbooks for Business Information Systems (common course-id BUS 140), one of the top 50 college courses identified for inclusion in the Southern University Online Library for Education (SUOLforEd).
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General Course Description - BUS 140
Examination of information systems and their role in business. Focus on information systems, database management systems, networking, e-commerce, ethics and security, computer systems hardware and software components. Application of these concepts and methods through hands-on projects developing computer-based solutions to business problems.
Minimum units: 3.0
Any rationale or comment: None
Prerequisites
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Advisories/Recommendations: None
Pedagogical Approach & Learning Outcomes
Pedagogical Approach
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Learning Outcomes
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
- Describe existing and emerging technologies and their impact on organizations and society.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the development and use of information systems in business.
- Solve common business problems using appropriate Information Technology applications and systems.
Assessment & Other Information
Assessment
Evaluation will include hands-on projects and a combination of examinations, presentations, discussions, or problem-solving assignments.
Other Information
None
Course Resources
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Business Information Systems (Open (Access) Textbook)This is a free, online textbook offered by Book Boon. This textbook provides an overview of business information systems... More
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Information Systems (Open (Access) Textbook)Explains how to exploit Information Systems in a technology-rich environment. Emphasizes why, no matter what their... More
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Information Systems for Business and Beyond (Open (Access) Textbook)This book is written as an introductory text, meant for those with little or no experience with computers or information... More