Information Systems Mgmt (ISM)

The course introduces fundamental concepts and methods for managing information technology and systems in organizations. A broad range of topics will be covered, that will be kept abreast with technology changes and advancements. Completing this course will equip the students with the knowledge of current information technology management and decision support systems.

This course covers fundamental concepts and methods for management of information systems in organizations including analysis, design, implementation and operation of information systems. Both procedural and object-oriented design approaches are covered. Verification of information requirements against database design and systems development life cycles are also discussed.

This course covers the basic structure, control and purpose of information systems including database systems and referential integrity with an overview of the needs of security, integrity, availability, subject privacy, licensing, copyright and access management. It includes an overview of all aspects of network information systems in terms of both strategic and operational requirements, with discussions regarding the appropriate systems for specific environment and applications.

This course covers the basic knowledge and awareness of cybersecurity. The content of the course focuses on the vulnerabilities, attack methods, detection, and prevention techniques. It includes the design and maintenance of organizational information security policies and the identification of essential procedures for secure system implementations.

This course covers the advanced knowledge and awareness of cybersecurity. The content of the course focuses on web attacks, wireless network defense, session hijacking, mobile device security, and Internet of Things (IoT) vulnerabilities. It includes the prevention of infrastructure security threats and developing control methods for secure system implementations.

This course develops important security concepts relative to software application development. Students will learn the role of security in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle, consider security and privacy concerns in establishing system requirements, reduce opportunities for attackers to exploit potential system weak spots by applying a structured approach to threat scenarios to identify security vulnerabilities, determine risks from threats, and establish appropriate mitigations.

This course will expose students to emerging information technologies with a focus on how such technologies may be effectively and efficiently assessed. Students will learn how to help their organizations define, select, and adopt new information technologies.

This course applies to students majoring in Computer Science and Information Technology. This course covers the fundamental concepts of data communications and networking with practical applications. Major topics include data communication networks, networking protocols and applications, network technologies, wired and wireless data communications, network security, and network administration.

This course covers management processes and procedures for planning, implementation, and operation of information systems with an emphasis on operational management. The course stresses the relationship between the strategic and operational planning of information systems. Social issues such as ethics, privacy and legal issues including intellectual property shall also be addressed.

This course covers project related tasks with particular attention given to the information systems context. Topics include project selection and initiation, work structure and scope management, budgeting, procurement, scheduling and cost analysis. Additional topics will include quality control, communication plans, risk analysis and resource leveraging.