MGS 605LEC - Information Technology for Managers

This course examines important issues in the management of information technology (IT). Topics covered include the design of information systems, system modeling and evaluation, principles of data warehousing, technology cost models and chargeback systems, priority setting and analysis of the financial justification of IT investments, forecasting security risks and crises, policies related to emerging technologies, vendor management, infrastructure standardization, support for innovation, risk management, and skill and talent management. As we examine and critique both research and conventional management wisdom on these topics, we¿ll derive a framework for managing IT as a business leader.

Credits: 2

Requisites: Co-Requisite: MGO 630 Or Pre-Requisite: MGO 630.