module specification

Students will receive an introduction to the business environment and the role of information management and information systems within business.
The module develops an understanding of the Information Systems, the Software Development process and the basic technology underpinning these systems. This will include database management systems and the Internet. Students which will develop key skills and knowledge in the aspects of an information system, including databases, websites, and scripts with particular regard to usability.
• The module aims to provide an overview of the nature of organisations, their business models, and how key areas operate to meet business objectives.  It introduces students to organisational culture, data, information and knowledge management, and the role of information in organisational decision making.
• Within the module the students will be given an appreciation of the effect of ICT on organisational performance, and a basic understanding of the processes of developing and maintaining information systems, software products and services.
• An introduction to underlying technologies (e.g., databases, Internet and Web) is embedded in the module, which also seeks to develop basic competence and confidence in the use of appropriate tools, techniques and academic and communication skills, with an underlining awareness of legal, social, ethical and professional issues.

Business Organisations and Business Processes  LO1
Information Systems and Information Strategy  LO2
Information and Communication Technologies  LO2, LO3
Information Systems and Applications  LO4
Website/Application Design  LO4, LO2
System Development Lifecycle and Project Management  LO3
E-Business, E-Commerce, and m-Commerce LO2, LO6
Introduction to UML and User Interface Design  LO5
Website/Application Design and Prototyping  LO5
UML & User Interface Design and Website/Application Prototyping  LO3, LO5
Knowledge Management and e-Learning  LO2, LO6

Topics will be introduced through the medium of formal lectures, supported by tutorial and workshop sessions and on-line resources as follows:

• Lectures (1 hour / week) cover theoretical aspects of the key topics identified in the syllabus, plus suggestions for further study and directed reading for independent study.

• Tutorials (1 hour / week) consolidate understanding of topics introduced in the lecture via class discussions encouraging reflective learning and informal presentations.

• Workshops (1 hour / week) extend the theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience in using appropriate software, which students should also experiment with during independent study to become more proficient.

• On-line resources: lecture notes, tutorial and workshop exercises and notes, example questions, online tests and suggestions for further study and directed reading available on Weblearn.

Coursework 1 is an exercise in learning reflection to be completed early on in the module.

LO1: describe the main models of business organisations, typical internal structures together with their rationale in terms of business aims, business practices and business culture;
LO2: explain the role of information processing and knowledge management within businesses, information and knowledge management in management decision making; and the relationship between business strategy, organisational decision making and ICT provision;
LO3: apply a range of information systems modelling techniques to explain the processes involved in information systems development as part of a team;
LO4: explain the tasks required when undertaking the establishment of a new information systems and be able to contract alternative approaches to development;
LO5: demonstrate, though project work, understanding of the analysis and design of small projects using UML design and user interface programs, and the ability to write brief but informative reports on such work;
LO6: demonstrate an awareness of key legal requirements related to information systems and relevant professional and ethical issues and standards; reflect on the learning experience;

The assessment for this module enables both theoretical and practical elements to be assessed using two coursework:

• In-Class Test and Learning Reflection (40%): individual assessment to evaluate understanding of the fundamentals of information systems and an early opportunity for students to engage with feedback as well as to reflect on their learning experience. (LO1,2,3,5,6)
• Information System Design and Prototyping (60%): group work to design a website or application and a prototype information system. (LO1,2,4,5,6)

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Textbooks:

Core Text:

1. Wallace, P. M. Introduction to Information Systems, 2nd ed., Pearson (2015). ISBN: 1292071109 – CORE

Other Texts:

2. Laudon, K. C. and Laudon, J. P. Management Information Systems: managing the digital firm, 16th ed., Pearson Education (2020). ISBN: 1292296569, 9781292296562
3. Fowler, M. UML distilled: a brief guide to the standard object modelling language, 3rd ed., Addison-Wesley (c2004). ISNB: 0321193687

Additional Reading:

4. Maivald, J. Adobe Dreamweaver CC Classroom in a Book, AdobePress (2020 release). ISBN: 0136412343, 9780136412342
5. J. Lambert, and J. Cox. Microsoft Access 2013 Step by Step, Microsoft; O’Reilly (2013). ISBN: 0735675481, 9780735675483
6. iTNow, BCS journal

Websites:

           www.lynda.com
           www.tutorialspoint.com
           www.w3schools.org