Information Systems for Managers: Text and Cases, 2nd Edition. ... 1) to
understand the effect of Computer Based Information Systems (CBIS) on an
organization.
Washburn University School of Business
BU956 GA Fall 2013
Computer Based Information Systems BU956 GA Course Syllabus Fall 2013 Dr. Robert J. Boncella Office: HC114A Phone: 785-670-1308 E-mail:
[email protected] Subject line begins with BU956
Instructor:
Meeting Time:
Tuesday
5:30 to 6:45PM – HC 104 & 7:00 to 8:15PM – HC 104
Office Hours:
Before and after class or by appointment
Required Materials:
Information Systems for Managers: Text and Cases, 2nd Edition. By Gabriele Piccoli ISBN 978-0-470-08703-9
Prerequisites:
BU250, BU922, and BU923 or Equivalent Courses
Web Site: http://www.washburn.edu/faculty/boncella/BU956 Course Description: Computer based information systems for supporting management decisions. Course Objectives: There are four objectives for this course. They are: 1) to understand the effect of Computer Based Information Systems (CBIS) on an organization 2) to understand the strategic advantage of CBIS and 3) to acquire sufficient IT skills and knowledge to appreciate (evaluate) a CBIS 4) Review and Enhance Excel Skills.
Topic Outline: Course Outline
Date
20-Aug
5:30 pm to 6:45pm Discussion Questions Posted on Class Website. Revised lecture power points are available on the course web site. COURSE OVERVIEW Lecture Chapter 1 Piccoli Chapter 1
10-Sep
Chapter 1: Mini-Case Discussion Chapter 2: Mini-Case Discussion Lecture Chapter 2 Piccoli Chapter 2 Chapter 3: Mini-Case Discussion Lecture Chapter 3 Piccoli Chapter 3 Chapter 4: Mini-Case Discussion Lecture Chapter 4 Piccoli Chapter 4
17-Sep
Chapter 5: Mini-Case Discussion Lecture Chapter 5 Piccoli Chapter 5
27-Aug 3-Sep
24-Sep
Chapter 6: Mini-Case Discussion Lecture Chapter 6 Piccoli Chapter 6
7:00 pm to 8:15pm Excel Modeling Lectures & Discussion of Problem Solutions. Lecture Power points are available on the course web site. Review before Aug, 27 Excel Basics Ch. 3 Figures Advanced Excel Ch. 4 Figures Lecture 1
Lecture 2 Problem Lecture 2 Handed out in Class Lecture 3, Excel Model Problem Lecture 3 Handed out in Class Lecture 4, Excel Model, Data Sensitivity Tools Problem Lecture 4 Handed out in Class Lecture 5, Lecture Data, Sort, Filter, & Pivot Reading Problem Lecture 5 Handed
1-Oct 8-Oct 15-Oct 22-Oct 29-Oct 5-Nov 12-Nov 19-Nov 26-Nov 4-Dec
out in Class, Problem 5 Data File Chapter 7: Mini-Case Discussion Lecture 6 Problem Lecture 6 Handed out in Class Problem 6 Data File Lecture Chapter 7 Piccoli Chapter 7 Take Home Midterm Assigned Chapters 1 To 5 Paper Copy Due Oct. 16th FALL BREAK NO CLASS Chapter 8 Mini-Case Discussion Student Presentations (3) Lecture Chapter 8 Piccoli Chapter 8 Chapter 9: Mini-Case Discussion Student Presentations (3) Lecture Chapter 9 Piccoli Chapter 9 Chapter 10: Mini-Case Discussion Student Presentations (3) Lecture Chapter 10 Piccoli Chapter 10 Chapter 12: Mini-Case Discussion Student Presentations (3) Lecture Chapter 12 Piccoli Chapter 12 Chapter 13: Mini-Case Discussion Student Presentations (3) Lecture Chapter 13 Piccoli Chapter 13 Student Presentations (3) TAKE HOME FINAL ASSIGNED PAPER COPY DUE Dec. 11th
Disclaimer: The above is a tentative list of topics to be covered. Topics covered may vary depending on external factors. Attendance and Class Preparation You are expected to be present for every meeting of the course. Your success in the course will depend on your attendance and participation in the classroom. Please use e-mail to notify me in advance if you are unable to attend a class meeting. You are fully responsible for any homework that was assigned or covered in the missed classes. See the section on homework below. Class Assignments: Class Discussion Student should be prepared to discuss the assigned case studies. This is a large part of your participation grade. You are expected to prepare discussion notes for each question – typed and printed out. These notes will be handed in after the case discussions. Hand written notes will not be accepted. Paper and Presentation Policies and Quality Expectations 1. One presentation must be given near the end of the semester. The purpose of the presentation is to is explain how your organization or one that you know uses IS & IT to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of its operations. 2. You will make at least a 20 minute presentation. Use power point or any other media methods to enhance your presentation. 3. Each presentation will be accompanied by a paper. The paper must contain the following information: a) A statement of the exercise b) A summary of your presentation and answers to any questions posed by the exercise. d) The summary paper will be typed and double-spaced. Spelling and grammar errors will count against my evaluation of your work. Examinations: There will be two exams. Each exam will consist of essay questions. The first exam will cover chapters 1 to 7 and the second will cover 8 to 10 & 12&13. Grading: Approximate % of final grade Class discussion participation Excel exercises Exams Presentation & Report
10% 20% 50% 20% 2
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