Business Department
- (MIS) Course Descriptions
MIS 260 Problem Solving for BusinessThis course applies advanced software capabilities like macros, Solver, and Scenario Manager in Microsoft Excel as well as other simulation and decision support tools for problem solving in business through the use of realistic business cases. (Prereq.: MPG 3)
MIS 270 Data Management for Business
Introduces the concepts of data modeling, database structures, and relational databases. (Prereq.: MPG 3)
MIS 295 Topics
Lectures, discussions, meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and readings in the area of management information systems.
MIS 375 Management Information Systems in the Organization
Broad understanding of using information systems to support organizational objectives. Topics include strategic planning and uses of information systems, business process analysis, and understanding of the components in a technology architecture. (Prereq.: BUS 242 or BUS 200 or MKT 252, and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111)
MIS 376 Project Management
Develops project management skills needed to initiate, plan, execute, control, and close projects. Combines theories, techniques, group activities, and computer tools such as Microsoft Project. Emphasizes technical and communications skills needed to manage inevitable changes. (Prereq.: MIS 260)
MIS 475 Systems Analysis and Design
Develops skills in using systems development methodologies and Computer Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tools. Techniques used include data and process modeling, file and database design, and user interface design. A course-long project is used to complete a rudimentary system design. (Prereq.: MIS 260, 270, and 375)
MIS 476 Information Systems Projects
Skills developed in previous courses are used to complete an actual project of systems analysis and design. (Prereq.: MIS 260, 270, 375, 376, and 475)
MIS 495 Topics
Lectures, discussions, and meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and current problems and policies. (Prereq.: consent of instructor)
Internships and Independent Study Courses:
MIS 199 Internship
MIS 299 Directed Study
MIS 399 Internship
MIS 499 Independent Study/Research
