MINF 3650 (Information Systems)

    * The information below is tentative and subject to change. (updated on 12/29/2024)

• Course Description

    This course Develops a broad understanding of the role of information technology, systems, and resources, especially in business settings.

• Required Text and Supplies (Tentative)

  • MyLab MIS (a.k.a., MyMISLab) with Pearson eText for Essentials of MIS. You can purchase your access to the MyMISLab with eText for Essentials of MIS in the Pearson Website via D2L on the first day of class ($120). Instructions of how to purchase your access to the MyMISLab with eText are available on D2L. You can get a temporary access to MyMISLab without payment for 14 days. [MyLab MIS with  eText for Essentials of MIS, 15th Edition, Laudon & Laudon, Publisher: Pearson 2024] 

  • Physical access to a reliable computer with a reliable/stable high-speed internet connection (Chrome Web Browser recommended)

  • Software: MS Office, MS Visio, MS Project, Looker Studio, Google Sites, MS Excel, MS Access, etc. (more to be announced if needed) 

• Course Learning Outcomes:

             Upon mastering the content in this course, the students will be able to: 

• • Apply standard approaches in using and developing information systems

  • Relate managerial issues from other courses to information systems

  • Apply management techniques particular to information systems

  • Use information systems concepts and terminology accurately and effectively

  • Apply information systems technology

• Program Student Learning Outcomes (BBA3 and BBA4 are reinforced in this course.)

  • BBA1: Communicate effectively in written form.

  • BBA2: Communicate effectively in oral form.

  • BBA3: Construct solutions for problems in business, guided by ethical principles.

  • BBA4: Integrate appropriate business principles and concepts to inform decision-making.

• Responsibilities

1. Check D2L (assignment, schedule, and discussion board) and AU email EVERDAY 

2. Start working on assignments/projects from DAY ONE

3. Complete all work on time. (No late submission accepted)

4. Review textbook and materials regularly

5. A student is responsible of his/her own personal information technology (IT) infrastructure, which cannot be used as an excuse for failure to complete work

• Course Structure (Tentative)

        I. Chapter Assignments in MyMISLab (30%)

        II. Chapter Quiz/Exam in MyMISLab (15-20%)

        III. Technology Assignments and Cases (45-50%)

        IV. Others (3-5%) - Scavenger Hunt Quiz, Surveys, etc.