Management Information Systems

MGT 354 W (Monday)

Summer 2008

Session II

 

 

INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Robert Donnelly

 

 

PHONE: 225-6337

 

 

OFFICE: G6, Graduate Office Suite, Lower Level of Fulmer Center

 

 

E-MAIL: bob@gbc.edu

 

 

HOMEPAGE: http://gbc.edu/~bob

 

 

OFFICE HOURS:

M

5:00-5:30 PM

Or by appointment

 

 

TEXTS:

Management Information Systems, Effy Oz, 5th  Edition, Course Technology, 2006.

Problem-Solving Cases in Microsoft Access and Excel, 6th Edition, Brady and Monk, Course Technologies, 2009

 

 

GRADING:              

3 Exams

60%

Assignments

30%

Contribution to the Learning Environment

10%

 

It is a policy at Goldey-Beacom College not to release grades by telephone or e-mail. Grades will be posted on Blackboard once they are completed.

 

This course is governed by the Academic Honor Code for Goldey-Beacom College. Copies of the Academic Honor Code are available in the Financial Aid/Academic Advisement Office, the Student Affairs Office, and the Academic Affairs Office.

 

 

PREREQUISITE: CIS 148

 

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

 

This business-oriented introductory information systems course prepares students to use information technology efficiently and effectively in their future careers. Business applications using spreadsheets and personal databases will be investigated. The role of the Internet and electronic commerce in today’s business environment will be explored. Management information systems and decision support systems will be examined to illustrate how effective systems can enhance managerial decision making. Each student will have the opportunity to develop 3 information systems based on cases presented in the text.

 

 

EXAM POLICIES

 

Exams will be primarily multiple choice and will be closed book and notes.

 

I ask that you do not leave the classroom while taking an exam. Leaving the classroom during an exam will result in the collection of your paper.

 

The use of cell phones or PDAs during the exam is strictly prohibited and will result in a zero grade.

 

I ask that you not wear a hat with a brim during the exam.

 

I have a “zero tolerance policy” for cheating during exams. Any student caught cheating during an exam will receive an “F” grade for the course. No exceptions.

 

All exams must be taken during the scheduled times. No make-ups will be given except under unusual conditions, as judged by the instructor, and with prior notice. You must contact the instructor either in person, by e–mail or voice-mail before the scheduled exam. If a make-up exam has been arranged with the instructor, please note the following policies:

  • Since the student has more time to prepare for the make-up exam, it will be more challenging than the in-class exam.
  • The format of the make-up exam will be essay.
  • The make-up exam will not be curved.
  • The student will schedule a time to take the make-up with the ARC within one week of the scheduled exam.
  • The student will send the instructor an e-mail confirming this time.
  • Failure to take the exam at this time will result in a zero grade.

 

Students who fail to take a scheduled exam without prior notice are not eligible for a make-up exam and will receive a zero grade for the exam. No exceptions.

CASE POLICIES

 

The purpose of the case exercises is to provide an opportunity for students to apply their knowledge of MIS and PC tools to solve realistic business problems. Each case involves computer-based projects using spreadsheet and database applications. All written work is to be typed. On the due date, please submit a printout of the computer output and submit your files through the Digital Drop Box. Since database files are blocked by the GBC system, do not submit files as an e-mail attachment. Please note the following policies regarding case assignments:

 

  • All assignments are due at the beginning of class as scheduled on the syllabus.
  • The instructor reserves the right to reduce the grade or not accept late assignments out of fairness for the remainder of the class.
  •  Late assignments that are submitted without prior approval from the instructor will not be accepted.
  • Hardware or software problems with your own personal computer is not a valid excuse for submitting a late assignment since all students have access to the GBC computer lab.
  • It is the responsibility of all students to back-up computer files in order to avoid problems with disk or flash drive failure.
  • Once the solution to homework or a case has been reviewed in class, no late assignments will be accepted. No exceptions.
  • All cases are to be done individually. Copying of computer files or hand-written assignments from one student to another is strictly prohibited. Consequences of such behavior will minimally result in a zero grade for that assignment with no option for a make-up. Depending on the circumstances, more stringent penalties may be assessed.

 

 

GENERAL POLICIES

 

I will be prepared for every class and my expectations are that you will do the same by reading the assigned material before the scheduled class. Regular class attendance is important to be successful in this course. Please inform me if you cannot attend a class so that I can discuss with you the material that will be covered.

 

My teaching philosophy is to treat students as adults.  My expectations are that, as adults, you will be willing and able to ask questions about any course material that is not clear to you.  I look forward to questions during class time.  It indicates to me that the student is paying attention, has a desire to learn, and is helping his/her fellow students by having the courage to ask a question that others may also have.  To me, questions during class are a key component to the learning process and are always welcome.

 

I also strongly encourage questions from students outside of class.  Please do not hesitate to take advantage of the office hours that I have scheduled. If these times are not convenient for you, we can schedule an appointment for some other time. I will do my best to make myself available for you outside of the classroom.

 

In order to promote and maintain a respectful learning environment, Goldey-Beacom College has developed Rules of Decorum, which state the expectations of classroom behavior. These rules are posted in each classroom for review during the semester.

 

Academic dishonesty is an issue to be dealt with at any learning institution.  I encourage you to become familiar with the Academic Honor Code at Goldey-Beacom College. This document defines academic dishonesty and the consequences that are a result of such behavior.  My expectations are that students in my class will refrain from all types of dishonesty and avoid any of these negative consequences. Copies of the Academic Honor Code can be obtained in the Advisement Office   

                                               

                                               

 

 

MGT 354 SCHEDULE

 

DATE

TEXT

TOPIC

June 30

                  

Chap 1

Chap 2

Introduction to the course

Business Information Systems

Strategic Uses of Information Systems

Computer Lab Session

July 7

Chap 3

Chap 7

Business Functions and Supply Chains

Databases and Data Warehouses

Computer Lab Session

July 14

Exam 1

Chap 8

 

Chapters 1, 2, 3, and 7

The Web Enabled Enterprise

Computer Lab Session

July 21

Chap 9

Chap 10

 

Challenges of Global Information Systems

Decision Support and Expert Systems

Computer Session in Lab

First Case Due

July 28

Exam 2

Chap 11

Chapters 8, 9, and 10

Business Intelligence and Knowledge Management

Computer Session in Lab

Aug 4

Chap 12

Chap 14

Systems Planning and Development

Risks, Security, and Data Recovery

Second Case Due

Aug 11

Exam 3

Chapters 11, 12, and 14

Third Case Due