Information technology management programs provide knowledge of
computer architecture, networking and telecommunications, database
management, business and financial management strategies, and project
control.
Curriculum Overview
- Computer Networks for Management
- Contemporary Information Technology
- Database Management Systems
- Information Systems Analysis and Design
- Information Technology and Security
- Information Technology for Quality and Competitive Management
- IT and Organizational Strategy
- IT Project Management
- Knowledge Management and Decision Support Systems
- Management of Technology Innovation
Computer Networks for Management
Prerequisite : FIN500
Credit : 3
Description : Communication networks are changing the way businesses are organized in areas such as the retailing, brokerage, automotive, and banking industries. The objective of the course is to familiarize students with the rapidly evolving technology in the areas of data, video, and voice communication. The course studies managerial issues relating to the use and management of advanced technology. Students learn how to exploit the technology for business purposes such as producing innovative services, improving quality, reducing cost, and providing real-time customer service.
Contemporary Information Technology
Prerequisite :
Credit : 3
Description : This course explores a number of next generation technologies, the business drivers of technology-related decisions in firms, and to stimulate thought on new applications for commerce. The unit will provide an overview of various emerging technologies and culminates in discussion of potential business impact of these technologies in the near future. The specific technologies explored will depend on the lecturers in charge of the unit and their relevant area of expertise. The unit is relevant to anyone who expects to perform a business function in the networked world.
Database Management Systems
Prerequisite : FIN500
Credit : 3
Description : This course examines the goals and objectives of integrated databases in today's competitive world and discusses data as a resource for total quality management. This course critically examines database modeling techniques and design methods and reviews the nature of database management software. Data analysis techniques and supporting modeling tools are applied in individual and group projects. Database management systems are used extensively in both mainframe and microcomputer environments.
Information Systems Analysis and Design
Prerequisite : FIN500
Credit : 3
Description : This course provides the background necessary to make decisions about computer-based information systems. It focuses on understanding computer technology, systems analysis and design, and control of information processing by managers and generally about the different aspects of information systems.
Information Technology and Security
Prerequisite : FIN500
Credit : 3
Description : This course develops an understanding of the major issues in information security and the implications of interactions between entities; and develops an awareness of international information security management standards. Students should have a broad view of the different kinds of protection offered by IT security technology and practice, and understand how they apply within any IT specialization. Students will be able to articulate security issues and with the help of a security specialist, formulate solutions. In addition the different technologies related to security are discussed.
Information Technology for Quality and Competitive Management
Prerequisite : FIN500, BUS610
Credit : 3
Description : This course exposes students to the concepts and frameworks required to manage information technology (IT) towards strategic goals. Discussions include the characteristics of new technologies such as groupware, client/server, internet, intranets, and high bandwidth communication networks. The course develops linkages between strategic goals and technology characteristics and considers the impact of these technologies on organizations, ranging from small, entrepreneurial companies to large corporations.
IT and Organizational Strategy
Prerequisite : FIN500
Credit : 3
Description : This course examines design principles, task and information process modeling and analysis methodologies, and a range of underlying information technologies that will help the modern organization or community to maximize its strategic objectives. We also examine failure case studies and derive lessons learned.
IT Project Management
Prerequisite : FIN500
Credit : 3
Description : This unit combines project management methods and structured systems development techniques and applies them to the complex world of information systems development. It presents central project management functions planning, organizing and controlling in the context of the systems development process. Topics include project planning, estimating, testing, implementation, documentation, and management of change, utilization of services-consultants, software houses, turnkey systems and proprietary software packages.
Knowledge Management and Decision Support Systems
Prerequisite : FIN500
Credit : 3
Description : This course surveys knowledge management and decision support systems that enable the access and coordination of knowledge assets. Technologies reviewed will include intranets, groupware, weblogs, instant messaging, content management systems and email in both individual and organizational contexts. Students will use these KM technologies, review case studies, research methods of knowledge organization and analyze and design KM processes and systems.
Management of Technology Innovation
Prerequisite : FIN500
Credit : 3
Description : This course develops skills in managing the mismatch between technological possibilities and market demand and underscores management of technology and innovation as managerial problem solving. Emphasizes organizational behavior relating to the innovative process at all levels within organizations. Covers close collaboration between R&D and other functional areas and collaboration across firms, technological and innovative needs of the firm over time, organizational adaptation to innovation and technological change. Integrates the roles of each level of the organization.
