This course will introduce students to the concepts of information systems from both a technology and strategic decision making perspective. Current technologies will be explored including the basics of hardware, software, architecture, networking, and mobile interfaces. The use of information in business today is critical to operate, plan, analyze and control activities. Therefore it is important for the student to understand the strategic use of information systems and the course will provide a comprehensive view of current uses. Computer Software Required: Microsoft Access
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By: Baltzan, Phillips
Publisher: McGraw
Edition: 8th Cdn
ISBN: 9781265070403
Instructions: eText option ISBN: 9781265604561 OR CONNECT (which includes the e-book) for Baltzan, Business Driven Information Systems, 8th ed., ISBN: 9781266023026
By: Vern Richardson
Publisher: McGraw
Edition: 1e
ISBN: 9781260590838
Instructions: eText option ISBN: 9781264357628 or CONNECT (which includes the e-book) for Richardson, Introduction to Data Analytics for Accounting: Building Skills with Excel and Tableau, 1st Ed., ISBN: 9781264068272.
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