Course Description

MGT647: Management of Information Systems

The purpose of this course is two fold: first, to create the strategic IT vision based on in-depth examination of IT literature and cases, second, to develop top-notch communication skills (both written and oral) through intensive rounds of write-ups, presentations, and debates. The course will be presented from the perspective of an IS manager, focusing on the strategic and economic forces behind the organizations' investment in information technology. Through extensive real-world case studies, students will learn how to deal with the specific managerial problems encountered in a real IS environment.