Fundamentals of Information Systems

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Lecture 1: Introduction to Information Systems

  • What are Information Systems?
  • Components of Information Systems
  • Importance of Information Systems in Organizations
  • Historical Development of Information Systems

Lecture 2: Types of Information Systems

  • Transaction Processing Systems (TPS)
  • Management Information Systems (MIS)
  • Decision Support Systems (DSS)
  • Executive Information Systems (EIS)
  • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems

Lecture 3: Information Systems Infrastructure

  • Hardware Components
  • Software Components
  • Networking and Telecommunications
  • Cloud Computing and Virtualization
  • Data Centers and Server Management

Lecture 4: Data Management and Databases

  • Introduction to Databases
  • Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS)
  • Database Design and Normalization
  • Structured Query Language (SQL)
  • Data Security and Privacy

Lecture 5: Business Processes and Information Systems

  • Business Process Modeling
  • Business Process Improvement
  • Workflow Automation
  • Business Process Integration with Information Systems

Lecture 6: Information Systems Development

  • Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
  • Prototyping and Rapid Application Development
  • User Interface Design
  • Testing and Quality Assurance

Lecture 7: Information Security and Cybersecurity

  • Information Security Principles
  • Threats and Vulnerabilities
  • Security Policies and Procedures
  • Cryptography and Encryption
  • Incident Response and Disaster Recovery

Lecture 8: Ethical and Social Implications of Information Systems

  • Privacy Concerns
  • Intellectual Property
  • Digital Divide
  • Ethical Dilemmas in Information Systems
  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Lecture 9: Emerging Trends and Technologies

  • Big Data and Analytics
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
  • Blockchain Technology
  • Mobile and Cloud Computing

Lecture 10: Management of Information Systems

  • IT Governance
  • IT Strategy and Planning
  • Project Management
  • Outsourcing and IT Service Management
  • IT Careers and Job Roles
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What Will You Learn?

  • By the end of this course, students will be able to:
  • Define and describe the key components and functions of information systems.
  • Differentiate between various types of information systems and their roles in organizations.
  • Understand the importance of data management and databases in information systems.
  • Comprehend the processes involved in information system development.
  • Recognize the significance of information security and ethical considerations.
  • Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in the field of information systems.
  • Explore career options and management of information systems within an organization.

Course Content

Information Systems

  • Introduction to Information Systems
  • Types of Information Systems
  • Information Systems Infrastructure
  • Data Management and Databases
  • Business Processes and Information Systems
  • Information Systems Development
  • Information Security and Cybersecurity
  • Ethical and Social Implications of Information Systems
  • Emerging Trends and Technologies
  • Management of Information Systems
  • Quiz

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