CIS 453 – Information Systems Strategy
Syllabus
©2013 Friends University
Rev. January 28, 2013
Instructor Information
Name: Dr. Jason Ferguson Contact Information: 316-295-5541 jason_ferguson@friends.edu
Course Description
This course will explore the issues and approaches in managing the information systems function in organizations and how the IS function integrates / supports / enables various types of organizational capabilities. It takes a senior management perspective in exploring the acquisition, development and implementation of plans and policies to achieve efficient and effective information systems – delivering value with IT. The course will address issues relating to defining the high-level IS infrastructure and the systems that support the operational, administrative and strategic needs of the organization – IT governance. The remainder of the course will focus on developing an intellectual framework that will allow leaders of organizations to critically assess existing IS infrastructures and emerging technologies as well as how these enabling technologies might affect organizational strategy – IT innovation. The ideas developed and cultivated in this course are intended to provide an enduring perspective that can help leaders make sense of an increasingly globalized and technology intensive business environment – IT capability management. Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Overview and Course Goals
1. Demonstrate the ability to integrate theory and practice. 2. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in their work environment. 3. Gain new knowledge directly from the work environment. 4. Demonstrate the ability to recognize and solve problems within their work environment. 5. Demonstrate the ability to define and implement theory and innovative practices within their work environment. Topical Outline 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Developing and Delivering on the IT Value Proposition Developing IT
Links: Rev. January 28, 2013 Week 1 Rev. January 28, 2013 Interview an organization for the purpose of documenting their I.T Rev. January 28, 2013 Week 5