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Course No: MIST.2010-001; SIS Class Nbr: 1018; SIS Term: 3430
Course Status: Open
Course Description
The course familiarizes students with key components and principles of information systems and information technology. Students will learn about the role of IS/IT in businesses for improving organizational performance, competing globally, and gaining competitive advantage. The course covers basic principles and technologies pertaining to information management, business intelligence, and business analytics for improving decision-making and managing knowledge. The basic role of enterprise systems in businesses for enabling operational excellence is also discussed. Social and ethical issues associated with the use of information systems are also discussed. Students will utilize IS technologies (e.g., spreadsheet and database software) in a hands-on manner for business problem-solving.
Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor
- Prerequisites: COM Filter courses,or BU minor
- Section Notes: Combined with 205.
- Core Codes: ENTRPREN.
- Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
- Instructor: David Sciuto
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UMass Lowell Bookstore
When Offered & Tuition
- W | 6:30 PM-9:20 PM ET
- 2025 Spring: Jan 21 to May 08
- Course Level: Undergraduate
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Tuition: $1155
- Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.
Related Programs: A.S. in Business Administration, B.S. in Business Administration, B.S. in Information Technology: Business Minor Option
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