College of Informatics

Department of Business Informatics

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MBI 605

Information Systems Development Software

Computer software design and programming in an applications development environment; systems design, programming techniques and language syntax for developing for computer-based business systems; programming systems methodologies.

MBI 625

Information Systems In Organizations

Introduction to the core concepts and fundamental principles of information systems (IS) in the context of business decision making. This will include a survey of the IS discipline and an explanation of its importance in modern organizations. The key objective of the course is to give the student a good understanding of how managers can manage and exploit the potential of information technology for their own career and for the strategic benefit of their organizations.

MBI 630

Systems Analysis and Design

Systems Analysis and Design (3,0,3) Develops an understanding of tools, techniques and methods for analysis, design and implementation of information systems. Uses theory and applied projects to build effective interpersonal and communication skills that are essential to interact with clients, users and other team members involved with development, operation and maintenance of information systems. Approaches to systems development such as Rapid Application Development (RAD), Joint Application Development (JAD) and other techniques to create quality systems are explored. PREREQ: MBI 625. MBI 625

MBI 635

Database Management Systems

In depth investigation of intelligent database management systems in support of business decision making. Investigation of all aspects of data modeling, database design and implementation of relational, object-oriented and semantic databases. PREREQ: MBI 625. MBI 625

MBI 640

Data Communication and Networking

To provide students with an understanding of the key technical and managerial issues of the effective development and use of telecommunications by organizations. Discussion of technology will be set in the context of applications, particularly those emphasizing inter-organizational coordination and service delivery. PREREQ: MBI 625 MBI 625

MBI 645

Electronic Commerce

Commercial transactions in an electronic age, technology underpinnings, transactions marketing and exchange, business, managerial and technical Implementations of electronic commerce. PREREQ: MBI 625, MKT 625. MBI 625, MKT 625

MBI 647

ERP Business Process Analysis Using SAP (3,0,3)

This course provides an introduction to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and addresses how integrated information systems improve business operations. This is a comprehensive course that teaches the fundamentals needed to understand data integration across different departments in every organization. PREREQ: MBI 625 or permission of the Program Director MBI 625

MBI 650

Information Technology Project Management

An overview of information technology project management practices, software, contexts and processes. Topics include project implementation methodologies; resource selection; project risks and failures: managing technical project personnel; project management tools & techniques and issues related to project outsourcing. PREREQ: MBI 625. MBI 625

MBI 655

Advanced Business Application Programming

Course Description: Modern Techniques for Business Application Design, Object-Orientation in Business Application Systems, Interfacing with Web-enabled Technologies and databases, Introduction to component programming and transaction servers. PREREQ: MBI 605, MBI 625 Prerequisites: MBI 605, MBI 625. MBI 605, MBI 625

MBI 657

ERP Business Process Integration Using SAP

Business Process Integration (BPI) is defined as the controlled sharing of data and business processes among any connected applications and data sources within an enterprise and between trading partners. This course uses SAP R-3 environment to illustrate how various business processes of an enterprise relate to each other. Prerequisites: MBI 625 or permission of the Program Director MBI 625

MBI 660

Data Warehousing and Data Mining

Introduction to data warehousing multidimensional database, and survey of data mining methods that extract useful information from data warehousing: e.g., visualization and decision tree. Business applications of data warehouses. PREREQ: MBI 635. MBI 635

MBI 665

Knowledge Management and Decision Support Systems

This course introduces students to knowledge management practices and the technologies collectively called decision support systems. To cover the most current topics affecting how individuals and organizations use computerized support in making decisions. Business applications of data warehouses, online analytical processing, group support systems, knowledge acquisition and representation, knowledge management, knowledge-based decision support and intelligent systems will be explored. PREREQ: MBI 625 MBI 625

MBI 667

ERP Business Intelligence Using SAP (3,0,3)

Business Intelligence includes applications and technologies which are used to gather, access, and analyze data. Business intelligence systems help companies have a more comprehensive knowledge of the factors affecting their business, allow companies to make better business decisions. This course will give students a basic understanding of the role of business intelligence in managerial decision making. PREREQ: MBI 625 or permission of the Program Director, basic statistics MBI 625

MBI 670

Object-Oriented Software Engineering

This course surveys current object-oriented analysis and design methodologies and focuses on a developing a detailed understanding and application of standardized notational schemes such as UML. PREREQ: MBI 630. MBI 630

MBI 675

Enterprise Workflow Design & Reengineering

Internet, mobile, global-positioning and other technologies and applications are transforming the manner in which business transactions and workflow processes are carried out. Much of the innovation and value-add has come not from the technologies per se but from the way in which newer business processes and supply chains have been conceptualized, designed and implemented to take advantage of the newer technological functionality. This course focuses on business process planning tools, workflow design methods, supply chain reengineering, and enterprise resource applications. PREREQ: MBI 625 Prerequisites: MBI 625 MBI 625

MBI 677

ERP Programming for SAP (3,0,3)

The objective of this class is to provide students a basic understanding of the concepts surrounding Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERPs) and the basic understanding of accessing data across the ERP for reporting purposes. This is done through the various programming languages of SAP including NetWeaver PREREQ: Prerequisites: MBI 625 or permission of the Program Director, programming skills MBI 625

MBI 680

Global Information Technology and Systems

Issues relating to Information Systems that will serve global markets and facilitate expansion and entry of business into global markets; using IS resources across national boundaries as in offshore development of IS and outsourcing IS across countries. PREREQ: MBI 625. MBI 625

MBI 682

Information Security & Controls

This course provides an overview of the field of Information Security and Assurance in various technical and administrative aspects including audit and controls. Students will be exposed to a spectrum of security activities, methods, methodologies, and procedures. Coverage will include inspection and protection of information assets, risk analysis and management, threat detection and reaction, examination of pre- and post-incident procedures, technical and managerial responses and an overview of the Information Security Planning and Staffing functions. PREREQ: MBI 625. MBI 625

MBI 685

Corporate IS Management

An overview of contemporary information technology - computer, telecommunications, and office systems - management issues and principles with specific emphasis on setting the direction of IT resources and managing IT policy and strategy. PREREQ: Completion of all MBI Core courses or permission of the MBI Director.

MBI 692

Information Systems Research

The course focuses on the investigation of contemporary research in information systems. It provides exposure to a diverse set of research methodologies used in information systems research and explores both competing and complementary research paradigms. PREREQ: MBI 625, MBI 630, MBI 635 and MBI 645 or permission of the MBI Director. MBI 625, MBI 630, MBI 635, MBI 645

MBI 694

Special Topics In Information Systems

Topics may vary and may include advanced and evolving technologies in Information Systems and Methodologies for Information Systems Development. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 semester hours when topics vary. PREREQ: MBI 625. MBI 625

Contact Ben Martz for more information. Phone: (859) 572-6366 • E-Mail