MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (INFO)
INFO 2130. Introduction to Business Computing. (3) Prerequisites: MATH 1110 or equivalent. Introduction of computer methods to solve business
problems. Emphasis on understanding
fundamental hardware and software concepts, selecting and using appropriate
hardware and software needed for making various business decisions, and
developing practical methods for using the computer to solve quantitative
business problems. (May not be taken for
upper-level credit in business, but may be taken for general University credit.) (Fall,
Spring, Summer) (Evenings)
INFO 3000. Topics in Management Information Systems. (3) Prerequisite: INFO 3130. Topics from the area of
Management Information Systems. May be repeated for credit. (On demand)
INFO 3130. Management Information Systems. (3) Prerequisites: ACCT 2121, 2122, ECON 1201, 2102, INFO
2130; Junior standing. Impact of
information systems on management decision-making activities. Principles of the
structure and analysis of information flows within an organization. Emphasis on
database accumulation and generation, capabilities of information processing,
system function (e.g. file creation, report generation, etc.) and evaluation
and modification of information systems. (Fall,
Spring, Summer) (Evenings)
INFO 3200. Foundations in Business Computing. (3) Introduction to computer systems in business
with emphasis on the capabilities of computer systems (hardware & software)
and skills needed to effectively use computerized decision tools for typical
business problems. (Cannot be taken for credit toward any undergraduate degree
within the Belk college of Business Administration.) (Formerly INFO 3131.) (Fall, Spring)
INFO 3231. Business
Applications Development. (3) Prerequisites
ITCS 1214 with a C or better and Junior standing or permission of the
Department. A study in the development
of business applications software.
Course emphasizes graphical user interface development using
object-oriented, event-driven programming methods and techniques with a
high-level development tool such as Visual Basic or Java. (Fall,
Spring)
INFO 3232. International Information Systems Management.
(3) Prerequisite: INFO 3130 or permission
of Department. Study of issues and challenges relating to International
Information Systems. Topics include: planning and strategic implications of
using global information systems and technology; management of global
information flows; and, the problems of integrating technology, systems, and
people across the globe. (On demand)
INFO 3233. Business
Database Systems. (3) Prerequisites: ITCS
1214 with a C or better, and INFO 3130,
or permission of the Department. A study of the effective
management and utilization of
organizational data resources in order to design and implement database
management systems (DBMS) for business applications. Exploration of basic concepts of database
systems and use of the computer to build and manipulate corporate databases. (Fall, Spring)
INFO 3234. Business Information Systems Development. (3) Prerequisites: INFO 3231 with a C or better and INFO 3233
with a C or better, or permission of the Department. Examination of the systems
development process from the perspective of the systems analyst to provide an
understanding of concepts, processes and techniques as they are applied to the
systems development life cycle. Emphasis on the use of structured and
object-oriented techniques to manage the complexities involved in the analysis
phase of systems development. (Fall,
Spring)
INFO 3235. Advanced Business Information Systems Development.
(3) Prerequisites: INFO 3234 with a C or
better. Development of Business Information Systems. Emphasis on the
development of computer applications as products of the systems development
life cycle including the design and implementation phases of systems
development, as accomplished through a major class project. (Fall, Spring)
INFO 3236. Business Decision Support Systems. (3) Prerequisites: INFO 3231, INFO 3233, and OPER 3100 or
permission of the Department. A study of the application of the computer to
middle and upper-level management processes to provide computer skills needed
to implement such applications. Reading, discussion, and hands‑on
computer projects. (On demand)
INFO 3238. Current
Issues in The Management of Information Systems. (3) Prerequisites:
INFO 3l30, MGMT 3140 or permission of
the Department. Information systems and the management of information in an
organization to provide exposure to the decision challenges presented to the
corporate manager by the rapid development of information technology and to
suggest useful constructs for dealing with them. An integrated, interactive
approach to decision making. (On demand)
INFO 3239. Business Data Communications. (3) Prerequisites: ITCS 1214 with a C or better and INFO 3130.
A study of the current and potential impact of computer data communications
technologies on business operations and
productivity. Topics include identifying the need for and designing, planning
and implementing of system solutions in such areas as text preparation and
dissemination, document storage and retrieval, data communication technologies,
telecommuting and teleconferencing, data communication networks, messaging and scheduling. (Fall, Spring)
INFO 3240. Fundamentals of eBusiness. (3) Prerequisites: INFO 3234; or consent of the Department. A
study of the evolving information technologies facilitating electronic business
(eBusiness) and the business practices and strategies used to compete in the
new wired global marketplace. Topics
include the infrastructure for eBusiness, new business strategies and models,
web design, and management strategies, and an exploration of a variety of
technologies involved in eBusiness. (Fall,
Spring)
INFO 3500. Cooperative Education Experience. (O) Enrollment in this course is required for the Department's
cooperative education students during any semester they are working in a co-op
position. This course is restricted to majors in the Department of Management
Information Systems and Operations Management. Course evaluation is
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. (Spring,
Summer, Fall)
INFO 3800. Directed Study. (1‑6) Prerequisites: consent of the Department and junior
standing. Enrollment granted only by permission of the faculty with whom the
work will be performed. The student's work assignments will be designed by the
student and faculty member who will oversee the project of study. The credit
hours will be determined prior to enrollment and will be based on the
particular project undertaken. (On demand)