Course Description

This course provides students with an overview of information technology and its use in the
achievement of organizational goals and strategic objectives. Students examine the role of
information technology in managing operations, achieving a competitive advantage, and on
organizational structure and employees. They also study the dynamics of information
technology systems specific to various industry sectors.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Apply knowledge of information technology to support business objectives.
2. Use information, information systems and information technology in ethical, legal and
responsible manners to ensure appropriate protection of the resources.
3. Assist in solving business problems through the use information technology.
4. Using information technology to supplement business activities, integrate the usage
of available paper-based and electronic sources to access required information.
5. Identify when information technology offers viable solutions to business problems
and develop alternatives within the technology to meet the business requirement.
6. Identify organizational changes required to support new and/or modified business
information systems and the need for effective change management.
7. Using systems life cycle methodologies, data flow diagrams, systems flow charts,
data dictionaries, record, screen and report layouts when participating in systems
projects.
8. Communicate user requirements to information technology professionals.
9. Demonstrate the principles of functional user interfaces.
10. Identify hardware and software needs to assist in solving business problems.
11. Explain how e-Business and e-Commerce can support business objectives.
Essential Employability Skills
Essential Employability Skills are transferable skills that provide the foundation for a students
academic, vocational, and personal success.
X

Communication

Numeracy

Critical Thinking &

X
Problem Solving
Information Management X

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Interpersonal
Personal

Learning Resources
Required Resources:
Laudon, K., Laudon, J., & Brabston, M.E. (2015). Management information systems: Managing
the digital firm (7th Canadian ed.). Don Mills, ON: Pearson Education Canada.
Supplemental Resources:
Gaskin, S. & Vargas, A. (2014). GO! With Microsoft Excel 2013 BriefGO! With Microsoft Excel
2013. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.
Copyright
Copyright is the exclusive legal right given to a creator to reproduce, publish, sell or distribute
his/her work. All members of the Humber community are required to comply with Canadian
copyright law which governs the reproduction, use and distribution of copyrighted materials.
This means that the copying, use and distribution of copyright- protected materials, regardless
of format, is subject to certain limits and restrictions. For example, photocopying or scanning an
entire textbook is not allowed, nor is distributing a scanned book.
See the Humber Libraries' website (http://library.humber.ca) for additional information regarding
copyright and for details on allowable limits.
Learning Delivery Format
Methods of Presentation

Interactive lectures and discussions

Computer labs
Assignments and case studies for individuals and groups
Audio-visual presentations
Course textbook reading assignments (including case studies, Parts I, II, III, and IV
and exercises

Lab Activities
MS Excel for Business Lab Activities.
Online Activities
Course Websites, e-mail access and communications with the professor
Internet access for research and data gathering

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Course Content
UNIT

TOPIC(S)

ASSESSMENTS

RESOURCES

Information Systems in Business Today

Chapter 1

How Businesses Use Information

Chapter 2

Information Systems, Organizations, and

Strategy

Chapter 3

IT Infrastructure and Emerging Technologies

Chapter 5

Databases and Information Management

Chapter 6

Telecommunications, the Internet, and

Wireless Technology

Chapter 7
Chapter 8

Securing Information Systems

7
8

Mid-term
Examination
Enterprise Applications to Manage Supply
Chains and Respond to Customers

Chapter 9

Chapter 10

E-Commerce: Digital Markets and Digital

Goods
Managing Knowledge

10

Enhancing Decision Making

Developing Information Systems

Chapter 12
Chapter 13

11

Project Management, Business Value, and

Managing Change

Chapter 14

12

Managing Global Systems

Chapter 15

Social, Ethical, and Legal Issues in the Digital

Firm

Chapter 4

13

14

Chapter 11

Final Group
Project
Presentations
Final
Comprehensive
Examination

Please note: this course schedule may change as resources and circumstances require.

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Student Evaluations
Type of Assessment

Computer Lab Exercises (In-Class)

15

Group Case Study Assignment

20

Group Research Assignment

20

Mid-Term Examination

20

Final Comprehensive Examination

25
100%

Course Specific Policies and Expectations

Participation
Course participation is vitally important and may include in-class discussions, exercises,
presentations, labs and lab assignments, blackboard course site activities, quizzes, library
research, and others as required.
Degree Students
In addition to meeting all program specific course and credit requirements, students must have
a Cumulative Program Grade Point Average (CPGPA) of 65 in order to be eligible for
graduation.
Policies and Procedures
It is the students responsibility to be aware of the College Academic Regulations which can be
found on the following website: http://www.humber.ca/academic-regulations
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is essentially honesty in all academic endeavours. Academic integrity
requires that students avoid all forms of academic misconduct or dishonesty, including
plagiarism, cheating on tests or exams or any misrepresentation of academic accomplishment.
Research Activity
This course does not include any research activities that involve human participants. Students
will gather data ONLY from publicly available sources.

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Academic Concern/Appeals
If a student has questions or concerns regarding a grade on an assignment or test, the student
should discuss the matter with the faculty member. The Program Co-ordinator and/or the
Associate Dean may be asked to assist if the faculty member and student are unable to resolve
issues. For additional information please refer to Section 13 of Colleges Academic Complaint
and Appeal Policy at the web site identified above.
Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR)
Course credits may be granted in recognition of prior learning, and that Application for
Consideration is made through the Office of the Registrar
at http://www.humber.ca/plar/docs/pla.pdf.
Accessible Learning Services
Humber strives to create a welcoming environment for all students where equity, diversity and
inclusion are paramount. Accessible Learning Services facilitates equal access for students with
disabilities by coordinating academic accommodations and services. Staff in Accessible
Learning Services are available by appointment to assess specific needs, provide referrals and
arrange appropriate accommodations. If you require academic accommodations, contact:
Accessible Learning Services: http://www.humber.ca/student-life/swac/accessible-learning
North Campus: (416) 675-6622 X5090
Lakeshore Campus: (416) 675-6622 X3331
Disclaimer
While every effort is made by the professor/faculty to cover all material listed in the outline, the
order, content, and/or evaluation may change in the event of special circumstances (e.g. time
constraints due to inclement weather, sickness, college closure, technology/equipment
problems or changes, etc.).

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