Information Systems

This course provides a general introduction to Information Systems and their role in modern organizations.

It explains how information is represented, captured, controlled, and used to support operations, decision-making, and organizational performance.

The course also introduces key types of information systems, basic modeling techniques, IS development approaches, security and ethical issues, systems integration, and emerging technologies such as cloud computing, IoT, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing.

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Define the fundamental concepts, components, types, and technologies of Information Systems.
• Explain how Information Systems support organizational processes, decision-making, and performance.
• Apply basic data representation and modeling techniques, such as encoding, flowcharts, and ER diagrams.
• Analyze the structure, roles, and interactions of Information Systems within organizations.
• Design a basic Information System model integrating data, processes, and decision-support elements.
• Evaluate Information System solutions in terms of effectiveness, strategic value, ethics, and security.