Introduction to Information Systems

This course consists of three sections: theory, lab and project. In the theoretical section, we first present the concept of information systems, as well as their importance to the field of Business Administration. The concept of information and its importance for organizations is also presented. We then analyze the elements that make up an information system. Information technology concepts are also analyzed along the classic taxonomy: hardware, software, networks. We emphasize on current trends for these three element categories. In the category of networks the study of Internet technologies and the World Wide Web is included. Finally a variety of information systems are presented and are analyzed based on the previously taught concepts. In the lab section of the course we present software tools to achieve common functions such as editing text, creating worksheets, using the World Wide Web as well as newer software . For the project, small teams of students build a blog with different types of content. They are also asked to utilize various software tools (e.g. google apps, dropbox, skype, etc). Finally the project ends with the parameterization of an HR information system for a fictitious company.

Objectives

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Prerequisites

none

Syllabus

Introduction to information systems - Basic concepts The concept of information and its importance Information technology- Basic concepts and new trends Analysis of the components of an information system Analysis of examples of information systems.