This course introduces foundational concepts in business information systems. It presents essential components of data systems, how data systems are used in business, and the roles and responsibilities of people who work within information systems.
Foundations of Information Systems for Business
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Foundations of Information Systems for Business
This course is part of Introduction to Information Systems for Business Specialization
Instructors: Carlos Buskey
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Intermediate level
Some related experience required
19 hours to complete
3 weeks at 6 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Explain key concepts and frameworks in information systems and cloud computing.
Identify and apply different business applications to solve problems in different business domains.
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Taught in English
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module establishes the importance of information systems for businesses. It explores basic concepts in information systems, including roles and responsibilities. It also discusses data, information system technologies, and information technology. Finally, it provides a foundation for applying these concepts to develop an IS-related initiative for a business problem.
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11 videos1 reading4 assignments4 discussion prompts
This module describes basic hardware and software components, as well as the essential networking and hardware businesses use to support and secure their information systems. It provides an overview of operating systems, data warehousing, and network systems.
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12 videos6 assignments4 discussion prompts
This module introduces business applications and explains how they support e-commerce. It describes the use of ERPs, CRMs. and supply management systems. Finally it establishes a foundation for analyzing the use of e-business systems.
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5 videos4 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module introduces IT strategies and ethical challenges in information systems. It covers the SDLC and MIS models, as well as the concept of fault tolerance. It provides an overview to prepare you for applying strategies and design to address an ethical and security challenge.
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6 videos3 assignments1 peer review1 discussion prompt
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