Module Information
Module Identifier
IL32410
Module Title
Management Information Systems
Academic Year
2016/2017
Co-ordinator
Semester
Semester 1
Other Staff
Course Delivery
| Delivery Type | Delivery length / details |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 5 x 2 Hour Lectures |
| Practical | 5 x 1 Hour Practicals |
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Exam | 2 Hours Written examination | 60% |
| Semester Assessment | Report (circa 1,000 words) | 40% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Resubmission of failed coursework | 40% |
| Supplementary Exam | 2 Hours Written Examination | 60% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
- describe the information needs of managers
* assess the value of decision-making skills amongst managers
*appreciate the design of forecasting systems which support management decisions
* evaluate management information systems using a tool-box of measurement criteria
Brief description
This module will enable students to understand, use and design systems to aid management decision-making in all types of organisations. It covers the appropriate use of supporting technology in this area of information management. This includes design of a management information system and use of an actual system.
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 6