1. Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental concepts of information systems, and the role of information systems in operational, tactical and strategic management of organisations
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
Communication

2. Appreciate the impact of the changing technological landscape on modern information systems Knowledge and Understanding
Learning,
Reflection

3. Critically analyse the role of information systems in achieving operational excellence, enhancing decision making, and planning strategy in organisations
Learning
Analysis
Problem Solving
Communication

Element 1: A poster presenting a case-study towards Information systems solution in any organisation by a group of students. This will be 60% of the assessment covering LO 1-2.

Element 2: The poster needs to be presented (15 Minutes) through a live (on campus) presentation (Group presentation). This will be 40% of the assessment covering LO 1-3.

• Information Systems in Global Business
• The Components of an Information System
• Global E-Business and Collaboration
• Information Systems, Organisation and Strategy
• Using Information Systems for Strategic Advantage
• IT Infrastructure and Emerging Technologies
• Foundations of Business Intelligence: Database and Information Management
• Achieving Operational Excellence and Customer Intimacy
• Enhancing Decision Making: Role of IS in strategic, tactical and operational decision making
• Ethical, Legal and Security Issues

Tutor led and peer-to-peer learning sessions will follow a general pattern of introduction of a topic and provision of frameworks and models for student learning, followed by application by students to appropriate data or case study materials. Students will be expected to perform set exercises, these will include the analysis, discussion and presentation of case- based work both individually and as part of a learning group and will receive formative feedback.

Students will be expected to obtain supplementary information from a number of paper or electronic sources as part of their preparation, as recommended by the tutor.

All learning will develop and enhance students digital competences.

Marakas, G. & O’Brian, J. (2013) Introduction to Information Systems 16th Ed, . New York: McGraw-Hill/Irwin, ISBN: 978-0073376882

Laudon & Laudon (2015) Management information Systems: Managing the Digital Firm 14th Ed, . Harlow, Essex: Pearson, ISBN: 978-0133898163

Peppard & Ward (2016) The Strategic Management of Information Systems: Building a Digital Strategy 4th Ed, . Wiley, UK, ISBN 9780470034675

Online Library

VLE learning support material to be provided for independent /self-directed learning

Open Textbook Library

Module Handbook

Selected contemporary problem/practice based case examples

In the 21st century all businesses use Information and Communication Technologies to efficiently manage their operations, to help managers make better decisions and achieve competitive advantage. In this module you will learn how to facilitate seamless internal and external communications and use cutting edge techniques to manage the business operations.