Management Information Systems

Name	Title	Credits	School
MIST-101	Introduction to Computer Applications	3.0	Management
This course provides an introduction to computer applications information systems. Topics include hardware and software, networks, the Internet, information systems and productivity tools used in business including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation programs. Other applications may be discussed depending on the background of the students while projects requiring database and spreadsheet applications may be required. This course may not be taken for credit by business majors. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-1-3
MIST-215	Application Program Development I	3.0	Management
Introductory problem solving and programming, to develop deterministic business systems. Development activities may include business applications such as accounts payable, order entry or the use of professional support applications such as spreadsheet, database file management, and graphic functions. Prerequisite Course(s): MATH-125 or MATH-140 or MATH-141 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3
MIST-300	Introduction to Management Information Systems	3.0	Management
This course provides an introduction to information technology and application software. It also introduces students to how information is used in organizations and how information technology enables improvement in decision making at all managerial levels. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3
MIST-305	Database Program Analysis	3.0	Management
Survey of the techniques and methodology used in database design, development and management. Analysis of the software design and programming in a relational and object-oriented database environment. Prerequisite Course(s): MIST-300 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3
MIST-315	Information Systems	3.0	Management
This course provides an introduction to information technology and application software. It also introduces students to how information is used in organizations and how information technology enables improvement in decision making at all managerial levels. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3
MIST-320	Managing Data Communications and Networks	3.0	Management
Advanced topics in network applications. Analysis of data transmission, system configuration, policies and procedures, and security of network systems. Modern network requirements, analysis and design are covered, focusing on customer centric networking solutions supporting the management information system of the business enterprise. Prerequisite Course(s): MIST-101 or MIST-300 or MIST-315 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3
MIST-325	Structured Systems Analysis and Design	3.0	Management
This course involves use of the systems approach to analysis and design of various information systems, including, but not limited to, database systems, networking systems, programming systems, accounting information systems, and decision support systems. Structured, as well as object-oriented methods of system design are treated. Prerequisite Course(s): MIST-300 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3
MIST-335	Global Entrepreneurship and Web-Based Technologies	3.0	Management
This course evaluates models for creating economically viable global businesses using the emerging and contemporary social media technologies. Topics in the areas of the entrepreneurial environment, current web-based technology, and global web-based technology strategy are covered. Prerequisite Course(s): Take MIST-315 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 Chairperson permission required
MIST-340	MIS in Action	0.0	Management
Linked to a content course, student engagement into community service provides the means to gain a deeper understanding of content course objectives, acquire new knowledge, and engage in civic activity. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 0-0-0
MIST-345	Emerging Internet Technologies and Global Business	3.0	Management
This course evaluates models for creating economically viable global businesses using the emerging and contemporary social media technologies. Topics in the areas of the entrepreneurial environment, current web-based technology, and global web-based technology strategy are covered Prerequisite Course(s): MIST-315 or MIST-300 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3
MIST-401	Seminar	3.0	Management
Crucial study of information systems related to advanced topics such as IS in the manufacturing environment, IS in the legal environment, IS in the finance environment and, IS in the health service environment. A comprehensive MIS research project is a major deliverable of this course. Specific topics will be determined by interest of both the students and the instructor. Prerequisite Course(s): MIST-320 Corequisite Course(s): MIST-430 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3
MIST-425	Computer Security	3.0	Management
This course introduces fundamentals of computer and network security and its implementation in the corporate information system infrastructure. Emphasis will be put on the creation of security plans, architectures, and measures as they apply to protecting information from unauthorized access and illicit use, accident, disasters or intentional theft. Prerequisite Course(s): MIST-320 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3
MIST-430	Information Resource Management	3.0	Management
This course examines management of information systems including how to acquire, organize, monitor and control computer resources with emphasis on management problems unique to computer-based information systems environments. Prerequisite Course(s): MIST-215 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3
MIST-450	E-Commerce	3.0	Management
This course involves study of Internet technology and applications of e-commerce in various areas of management and its global use in commerce and industry. Application of e-commerce to various areas within management is discussed. Prerequisite Course(s): MIST-300 or MIST-315 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3