Module description Bachelor Business Information Systems, Version
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Faculty IV Business Information Systems Module description Bachelor Business Information Systems, Version 09 WS Contents First phase of program BIS-101 Introduction to Business 1..................................................................................................5 BIS-101-01 Leading Decisions of Business.........................................................................................6 BIS-101-02 Manufacturing....................................................................................................................7 BIS-101-03 Financial Accounting......................................................................................................... 8 BIS-102 Introduction to Business 2..................................................................................................9 BIS-102-01 Principles of Corporate Finance..................................................................................... 10 BIS-102-02 Marketing.........................................................................................................................11 BIS-102-03 Capital Budgeting............................................................................................................12 BIS-119 Special Business Studies for IT Professionals.................................................................13 BIS-119-01 Internal Accounting......................................................................................................... 14 BIS-119-02 Economics for IT Professionals...................................................................................... 15 BIS-119-03 IT Law............................................................................................................................. 16 BIS-121 BIS-121-01 BIS-122 BIS-122-01 BIS-126 BIS-126-01 BIS-131 BIS-131-01 BIS-132 Mathematics 1.................................................................................................................. 17 Mathematics 1.................................................................................................................18 Mathematics 2.................................................................................................................. 19 Mathematics 2.................................................................................................................20 Discrete Mathematics....................................................................................................... 21 Discrete Mathematics......................................................................................................22 Basics of Business Information Systems......................................................................... 23 Basics of Business Information Systems....................................................................... 24 Business Processes and ERP Systems...........................................................................25 BIS-132-01 Business Process Management..................................................................................... 26 BIS-132-02 ERP Systems.................................................................................................................. 27 BIS-133 Project Management.........................................................................................................28 BIS-133-01 General Project Management.........................................................................................29 BIS-133-02 IT Project Management.................................................................................................. 30 BIS-134 BIS-134-01 BIS-141 Requirements Analysis..................................................................................................... 31 Requirements Analysis................................................................................................... 32 Fundamentals of Computer Science................................................................................ 33 BIS-141-01 Introduction to Computer Science.................................................................................. 34 BIS-141-02 Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science........................................................... 35 BIS-142 BIS-142-01 Date: 2012-11-27 Programming.....................................................................................................................36 Programming................................................................................................................... 37 Page 1 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems BIS-143 BIS-143-01 BIS-159 Database Systems............................................................................................................38 Database Systems.......................................................................................................... 39 Transferable Skills for IT Professionals............................................................................40 BIS-159-01 Communication and Presentation Skills......................................................................... 41 BIS-159-02 Introduction to Academic Research and Writing............................................................ 42 BIS-159-03 Colloquium Business Information Systems.................................................................... 43 BIS-161 Business English.............................................................................................................. 44 BIS-161-01 Business English Part 1................................................................................................. 45 BIS-161-02 Business English Part 2................................................................................................. 46 Second phase of program BIS-201 BIS-201-01 BIS-202 BIS-202-01 BIS-203 BIS-203-01 BIS-204 Application Programming..................................................................................................47 Application Programming................................................................................................ 48 Software Engineering........................................................................................................49 Software Engineering......................................................................................................50 Operating Systems........................................................................................................... 52 Operating Systems......................................................................................................... 53 Distributed Applications.................................................................................................... 54 BIS-204-01 Distributed Information Systems..................................................................................... 55 BIS-204-02 Web-based Information Systems....................................................................................56 BIS-205 BIS-205-01 BIS-206 BIS-206-01 BIS-209 BIS-209-01 BIS-291 BIS-291-01 BIS-292 Electronic Business and Electronic Commerce................................................................57 Electronic Business and Electronic Commerce..............................................................58 Interorganisational Business Computing.......................................................................... 59 Interorganisational Business Computing........................................................................ 60 General IT Project............................................................................................................ 61 General IT Project...........................................................................................................62 1st Internship Phase.........................................................................................................63 1st Internship Phase....................................................................................................... 64 Internship Course............................................................................................................. 65 BIS-292-01 Internship Course Part 1................................................................................................ 66 BIS-292-02 Internship Course Part 2................................................................................................ 67 BIS-297 BIS-297-01 BIS-299 BIS-299-01 2nd Internship Phase........................................................................................................68 2nd Internship Phase......................................................................................................69 Bachelor Thesis................................................................................................................ 70 Bachelor Thesis.............................................................................................................. 71 Information Management BIS-211 BIS-211-01 BIS-212 BIS-212-01 BIS-213 BIS-213-01 BIS-219 BIS-219-01 Date: 2012-11-27 Information Management.................................................................................................. 72 Information Management................................................................................................ 73 IT Service Management................................................................................................... 74 IT Service Management..................................................................................................75 Advanced Topics of Information Management.................................................................76 Advanced Topics of Information Management............................................................... 77 IM Project..........................................................................................................................78 IM Project........................................................................................................................79 Page 2 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Supply Chain Management BIS-221 BIS-221-01 BIS-222 BIS-222-01 BIS-223 BIS-223-01 BIS-229 BIS-229-01 Manufacturing and Logistics.............................................................................................80 Manufacturing and Logistics........................................................................................... 81 IT Systems for Manufacturing and Logistics.................................................................... 82 IT Systems for Manufacturing and Logistics.................................................................. 83 Advanced Topics of Supply Chain Management............................................................. 84 Advanced Topics of Supply Chain Management........................................................... 85 SCM Project......................................................................................................................86 SCM Project....................................................................................................................87 Customer Relationship Management BIS-231 BIS-231-01 BIS-232 BIS-232-01 BIS-233 BIS-233-01 BIS-239 BIS-239-01 CRM Processes................................................................................................................ 88 CRM Processes.............................................................................................................. 89 CRM Systems................................................................................................................... 91 CRM Systems................................................................................................................. 92 Advanced Topics of CRM................................................................................................ 94 Advanced Topics of CRM...............................................................................................95 CRM Project..................................................................................................................... 97 CRM Project....................................................................................................................98 Business Intelligence BIS-241 BIS-241-01 BIS-242 BIS-242-01 BIS-243 BIS-243-01 BIS-249 BIS-249-01 Data Warehousing............................................................................................................ 99 Data Warehousing........................................................................................................ 100 Business Intelligence...................................................................................................... 102 Business Intelligence.................................................................................................... 103 Advanced Topics of BI................................................................................................... 105 Advanced Topics of BI................................................................................................. 106 BI Project........................................................................................................................ 107 BI Project...................................................................................................................... 108 Required elective modules BIS-251 BIS-251-01 BIS-255 BIS-255-01 BIS-256 BIS-256-01 BIS-257 BIS-257-01 BIS-258 BIS-258-01 BIS-261 BIS-261-01 BIS-262 BIS-262-01 BIS-263 BIS-263-01 Date: 2012-11-27 Current Topics in Business Information Systems...........................................................110 Current Topics in Business Information Systems.........................................................111 Advanced Topics of Business Process Management.................................................... 112 Advanced Topics of Business Process Management.................................................. 113 Enterprise Application Systems...................................................................................... 114 Enterprise Application Systems.................................................................................... 115 Introduction to SAP ERP................................................................................................ 116 Introduction to SAP ERP.............................................................................................. 117 Information Systems Security.........................................................................................118 Information Systems Security....................................................................................... 119 Operations Research...................................................................................................... 120 Operations Research.................................................................................................... 121 Data Analysis.................................................................................................................. 122 Data Analysis................................................................................................................ 123 Mathematics of Finance and Insurance......................................................................... 124 Mathematics of Finance and Insurance....................................................................... 125 Page 3 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems BIS-265 BIS-265-01 BIS-266 BIS-266-01 BIS-267 BIS-267-01 BIS-271 BIS-271-01 BIS-273 BIS-273-01 BIS-281 Software Architectures....................................................................................................126 Software Architectures.................................................................................................. 127 XML Databases.............................................................................................................. 128 XML Databases............................................................................................................ 129 Software Quality............................................................................................................. 130 Software Quality............................................................................................................131 Knowledge Management................................................................................................ 132 Knowledge Management.............................................................................................. 133 IT Entrepreneurship........................................................................................................ 134 IT Entrepreneurship...................................................................................................... 135 Social Competence: Advanced Topics...........................................................................136 BIS-281-01 Negotiation and Moderation Techniques...................................................................... 137 BIS-281-02 Personality and Leadership.......................................................................................... 138 BIS-285 Business English 2 (B2)................................................................................................. 139 BIS-285-01 Business English 2-part 1.............................................................................................140 BIS-285-02 Business English 2-part 2.............................................................................................141 Date: 2012-11-27 Page 4 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-101 Introduction to Business 1 Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-101-01 BIS-101-02 BIS-101-03 Person in Charge Hohberger, Peter, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 102 h / 78 h Leading Decisions of Business, Compulsory Manufacturing, Compulsory Financial Accounting, Compulsory Hours Semester 1 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites None Examination K2, M Learning Outcomes Students will be able to confidently answer basic questions regarding business decision-making as well as production and accounting, and will be able to provide feasible, results-oriented solutions to problems discussed. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 5 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-101-01 Leading Decisions of Business Person in Charge Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Follow-up based on individually annotated lecture notes (course notes and examples discussed in lectures); study of recommended literature; timely preparation for the final exam Recommended Prerequisites None Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will study business studies as a science, and will therefore be able to name and describe general scientific objectives, as well as key terms and important topic areas. They will understand key financial figures, business objectives, organisational structures and types of commercial cooperation with other companies, as well as alternative courses of action and criteria and methods for site management. Students will be able to identify the various decisions that may need to be made whilst running a business and can use the relevant rules and procedures to make these decisions. They can also compare and evaluate alternative organisational models and sites, and can independently find simple solutions to certain new problems. Content - General business principles - The theory of decision-making - Principles of organisation - Mergers - Site selection Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular class attendance - Production of notes based on the issues and application scenarios discussed - Active participation in discussions, with reference to your own experiences, as well as actively asking questions when you misunderstand things Requirements for Independent Study Hours Regular follow-up work after class, namely by writing up your own notes and reading all of the recommended literature. Bibliography Required reading: given pages from each chapter from Wöhe, G.: Einführung in die Allgemeine Betriebswirtschaftslehre, Vahlen, München. Additional suggested reading will be indicated during the course. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 6 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-101-02 Manufacturing Person in Charge Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work building on the foundations provided through lecture handouts, including work on case studies Recommended Prerequisites None Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will be able to understand key terminology related to commercial value creation (i.e. production, acquisitions, production and cost theory) and will also be able to analyse and evaluate operational sequences, structures and interactions. Content - Foundations of value creation - Foundations of production - Principles of acquisition - Introduction to production theory - Introduction to cost theory Requirements for Contact Hours Regular and active participation in the course, particularly during practical exercises and discussions. Independent contributions to the class, extending to asking questions when you do not understand an element of the course. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Completion of assignments, as well as the study of relevant, specialist literature. Bibliography - Bea, F.: Allg. Betriebswirtschaftslehre, Band 3: Leistungsprozess, UTB, Stuttgart - Wöhe, G.: Einführung in die Allgemeine Betriebswirtschaftslehre, Vahlen, München Date: 2012-11-27 Page 7 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-101-03 Financial Accounting Person in Charge Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work building on the foundations laid by lecture material, including that of case studies, and the study of the recommended literature; tutorial attendance Recommended Prerequisites None Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will learn about the key legal obligations in book-keeping and about the various information required in book-keeping, and will be able to understand basic accounting terminology, record different financial transactions systematically using the double-entry book-keeping system and create simple balance sheets and profit-and-loss statements. Content - Key terms and legal frameworks - Inventory and stocktaking - Bookkeeping techniques in profit-and-loss statements (balance sheets/income statements) - Recording selected business transactions Requirements for Contact Hours Regular and active participation in the course, particularly during practical exercises and discussions. Independent contributions to the class, extending to asking questions when you do not understand an element of the course. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Completion of assignments issued during lectures, as well as the completion of further assignments drawn from the recommended literature. Bibliography - Auer, B.: Grundkurs Buchführung, Gabler Verlag, Wiesbaden. Döring, U., Buchholz, R.: Buchhaltung und Jahresabschluss, ESV, Berlin. Meyer, C.: Bilanzierung nach Handels- und Steuerrecht, Neue Wirtschafts-Briefe, Herne. Schmolke, S., Deitermann, M.: Ind. Rechnungswesen IKR, Winkler, Darmstadt. Wedell, H.: Grundlagen des Rechnungswesen, Band 1: Buchführung und Jahresabschluss, Neue Wirtschafts-Briefe, Herne. - Gesetzestexte Date: 2012-11-27 Page 8 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-102 Introduction to Business 2 Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-102-01 BIS-102-02 BIS-102-03 Person in Charge Langguth, Heike, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 102 h / 78 h Principles of Corporate Finance, Compulsory Marketing, Compulsory Capital Budgeting, Compulsory Hours Semester 2 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites BIS-101 Introduction to Business 1 Examination K2, M Learning Outcomes Students will be able to answer basic questions regarding the business areas of corporate finance, marketing and investment, and will be able to develop targeted and workable solutions for these business areas. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 9 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-102-01 Principles of Corporate Finance Person in Charge Langguth, Heike, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Study of course material provided (lecture notes, PowerPoint presentations, suggested solutions and notes); regular reading of financial newspapers (e.g. Handelsblatt, Financial Times Deutschland) Recommended Prerequisites BIS-101 Introduction to Business 1 Group Size 80 Learning Outcomes Students will be in the position to answer confidently basic questions regarding financing. Students will learn about the most important financial instruments for equity financing, credit financing and internal financing, and can deploy these to achieve specific goals. Furthermore, students will be able to create a simple cash flow statement, as well as a business analysis with the help of financial figures. Content - Financing terms, objectives and duties - Basic cash flow statement creation - Financial analysis and financial figures - Financial instruments designed to meet capital requirements (equity, credit and cash flow financing) - Key terms and the definitions of shares, recapitalisation of public corporations and subscription rights - Loans, bank and trade credit - Holding companies and mezzanine financing Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance and active participation in all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive and meaningful follow-up work based on the course content. Bibliography - Däumler, K.-D., Grabe, J.: Betriebliche Finanzwirtschaft, Neue Wirtschafts-Briefe, Herne/Berlin. - Langguth, H. Kapitalmarktorientiertes Wertmanagement - Unternehmensbewertung, Unternehmenssteuerung und Berichterstattung, Vahlen, München - Olfert, K.: Finanzierung, Kiehl, Ludwigshafen (Rhein) - Pape, U. Grundlagen der Investition und Finanzierung, Oldenbourg, München - Bösch, M. Finanzwirtschaft - Investition, Finanzierung, Finanzmärkte und Steuerung, Vahlen, München Date: 2012-11-27 Page 10 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-102-02 Marketing Person in Charge Mack, Dagmar, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work based on lecture notes, as well as the suggested reading material Recommended Prerequisites None Group Size 50 Learning Outcomes Students will be able to recognise the strategic aspects of marketing and to connect these with business operations. Students will be able to apply marketing methods and techniques to current issues regarding market-oriented corporate governance. Content - Marketing characterisation - Situation analysis and marketing objectives - Marketing strategies - Overview of marketing instruments - Market research Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance and active participation in all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive and meaningful follow-up work based on the course content. Bibliography - Becker, J., Marketing-Konzeption, Vahlen, München Kreutzer, R., Praxisorientiertes Marketing, Gabler, Wiesbaden Meffert, H., Burmann, C., Kirchgeorg, M., Marketing, Gabler, Wiesbaden Scharf, A., Schubert, B., Marketing, Schaeffer-Poeschel, Stuttgart Date: 2012-11-27 Page 11 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-102-03 Capital Budgeting Person in Charge Langguth, Heike, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Study of course material provided (lecture notes, PowerPoint presentations, suggested solutions and notes); regular reading of financial newspapers (e.g. Handelsblatt, Financial Times Deutschland) Recommended Prerequisites BIS-101 Introduction to Business 1 Group Size 80 Learning Outcomes Students will be able to answer basic questions about management accounting (controlling), implement simple IT solutions using Excel and use management accounting indices. They will also learn about static and dynamic investment calculation processes and will be able to make commercial investment decisions with the help of these processes. Content - Strategic and institutional controlling - Computer-aided controlling - Controlling and financial figures - Static and dynamic investment calculation processes - Forecast results, cash flow and balance sheet planning Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance and active participation in all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive and meaningful follow-up work based on the course content. Bibliography - Däumler, K.-D.: Grundlagen der Investitions- und Wirtschaftlichkeitsrechnung, Verlag Neue WirtschaftsBriefe, Herne/Berlin. - Langguth, H. Kapitalmarktorientiertes Wertmanagement - Unternehmensbewertung, Unternehmenssteuerung und Berichterstattung, Verlag Vahlen, München - Pape, U. Grundlagen der Investition und Finanzierung, Verlag Oldenbourg, München - Steinle, C., Daum, A.: Controlling, Schäffer-Poeschel, Stuttgart. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 12 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-119 Special Business Studies for IT Professionals Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-119-01 BIS-119-02 BIS-119-03 Person in Charge N. N. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 102 h / 78 h Internal Accounting, Compulsory Economics for IT Professionals, Compulsory IT Law, Compulsory Hours Semester 2 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites BIS-101 Introduction to Business 1 Learning Outcomes Students will be able to answer basic questions on internal accounting, macroeconomics and IT law, use relevant, key terms and answer confidently questions on these areas of business. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 13 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-119-01 Internal Accounting Person in Charge Daum, Andreas, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Attendance of all tutorials and the independent study of lecture notes Recommended Prerequisites BIS 101 Introduction to Business 1 Examination K1 Group Size 84 Learning Outcomes Students will recognise and understand the terminology, duties and methods of internal accounting and basic controlling. Students will be able to use this knowledge to solve real-life problems related to internal accounting and controlling. Students will be able to evaluate concrete issues in internal accounting. Students will be able to find and make decisions related to internal accounting. Content - Cost and service content (classification of term) - Controlling principles - Cost accounting - Cost centre accounting (creation and allocation) - Cost unit accounting (product and period costing) - Variable costing (break-even analysis) Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance and active participation in all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive and meaningful follow-up work based on the course content. Bibliography - Olfert, K.: Kostenrechnung, Kiehl, Ludwigshafen. Schmidt, A.: Kostenrechnung, Kohlhammer, Stuttgart. Steinle, C., Daum, A.: Controlling, Schäffer-Poeschel, Stuttgart. Weber, J.: Einführung in das Rechnungswesen II Kostenrechnung, Schäffer-Poeschel, Stuttgart. Zimmermann, G.: Grundzüge Kostenrechnung, Oldenbourg, München/Wien. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 14 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-119-02 Economics for IT Professionals Person in Charge Nusser, Michael, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Study of the recommended literature and follow-up work based on lecture notes Recommended Prerequisites None Examination K1, M Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will be able to correctly interpret important financial figures for national accounting, such as GDP, GNP and national income. Students will learn the principles of the market economy and will understand why cyclical fluctuation occurs in market economies. Students will also learn about the most important instruments available to national governments and central banks to stabilise the economy, create price stability and promote economic growth. Content - Micro- and macroeconomic supply and demand relationships in the markets - Main features of national accounting - Macroeconomic equilibrium and cyclical fluctuation - The impact of competition policy on the functioning of a market economy - Monetary and fiscal policy strategies in economic, employment and growth policy - Foreign trade and globalisation Requirements for Contact Hours Active participation in class, particularly through asking pertinent questions. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Preparation and follow-up work based on lecture notes and the recommended reading. Bibliography - Mankiw, N.G. Makroökonomik. - O. Blanchard, Makroökonomie. - P. Bofinger, Grundzüge der Volkswirtschaftslehre. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 15 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-119-03 IT Law Person in Charge N. N. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Study of lecture handouts and notes Recommended Prerequisites BIS-101 Introduction to Business 1 Examination K1, M Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will learn key IT law terminology. Students will be able to identify important legal issues regarding different tasks related to information systems and will be able to use this knowledge to resolve these legal issues. Content - Foundations of contract law (employment and service contracts, liability law and damages) - Hardware and software licence agreements (hardware sales and lease contracts; sales agreements, software packages, software maintenance contracts, software implementation and training) - Main features of intellectual property rights (software licensing law, copyright law, right of use and patent law, industrial property rights) - E-commerce law - Data privacy law Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance and active participation in all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours None Bibliography - Schneider, J., IT- und Computerrecht (broschierte Textausgabe mit Sachregister), München, Beck. Redeker, H., IT-Recht, München, Beck. Koch, F., IT-Projektrecht, Springer, Berlin et al. Schneider, J., Handbuch des IT-Rechts, Otto Schmidt, Köln. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 16 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-121 Mathematics 1 Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-121-01 Person in Charge Leitmann, Dieter, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Mathematics 1, Compulsory Hours Semester 1 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites 1-6, 9, 10, 12-14, 16-18 from de Craats, J. / Bosch, R.: Grundwissen Mathematik beherrschen, Springer 2010 Learning Outcomes The students know the elementary terms of set theory and propositional calculus. They are familiar with the fundamental terms, methods and techniques from analysis and linear algebra. They are able to understand and critically analyse the mathematical modelling about problems from economics and computer science. For typical setting of tasks they can select and use the suitable procedures they have learned, and they are able to interpret the results. In the exercises the students can solve understanding problems actively by inquiring and they can cope in teams with complex questions. By doing this they act on their own initiative and show self-motivation. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 17 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-121-01 Mathematics 1 Person in Charge Leitmann, Dieter, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work based on the handouts provided and the completion of practical assignments Recommended Prerequisites 1-6, 9, 10, 12-14, 16-18 from de Craats, J. / Bosch, R.: Grundwissen Mathematik beherrschen, Springer 2010 Examination K2, M Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes The students know the elementary terms of set theory and propositional calculus. They are familiar with the fundamental terms, methods and techniques from analysis and linear algebra. They are able to understand and critically analyse the mathematical modelling about problems from economics and computer science. For typical setting of tasks they can select and use the suitable procedures they have learned, and they are able to interpret the results. In the exercises the students can solve understanding problems actively by inquiring and they can cope in teams with complex questions. By doing this they act on their own initiative and show self-motivation. Content - Set theory and propositional calculus Functions and sequences of real numbers Differential calculus of one and several variables Integral calculus Vector analysis and matrix algebra Systems of linear equations Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance of and active participation in all classes, including asking questions when the subject matter is unclear. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive study of all of the course materials provided, as well as thorough completion of all practical exercises. Bibliography - Ohse, D.: Mathematik für Wirtschaftswissenschaftler. Vahlen, München. - Köhler, H.: Lineare Algebra. Hanser, München. - Sydsaeter: Mathematik für Wirtschaftswissenschaftler. Pearson Studium, München. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 18 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-122 Mathematics 2 Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-122-01 Person in Charge Fels, Friedrich, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Mathematics 2, Compulsory Hours Semester 2 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites BIS-121 Mathematics 1 Learning Outcomes The students are familiar with the principles, methods and techniques in financial mathematics, descriptive statistics and probability theory. They are able to apply basic algorithms of financial mathematics and descriptive statistics in an operational context. They are familiar with the basics of probability theory and are able to model random events in an operational context. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 19 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-122-01 Mathematics 2 Person in Charge Fels, Friedrich, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparation for lectures using the course notes posted online - Individual completion of all additional tasks made available - Study of the recommended reading in addition to lecture attendance - Independent completion of all tasks set Recommended Prerequisites BIS-121 Mathematics 1 Examination K2, M Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes The students are familiar with the principles, methods and techniques in financial mathematics, descriptive statistics and probability theor. They are able to apply basic algorithms of financial mathematics and descriptive statistics in an operational context. They are familiar with the basics of probability theory and are able to model random events in an operational context. Content - Financial Mathematics: compound computation of interest, annuity calculation, sinking fund calculation, stock exchange price, rate of return - Descriptive Statistics: frequency distribution and graphic representation, measures of central tendency and dispersion, index numbers, measurement of uneven distributions - Probability Theory: Survey of Probability Concepts, independent events, conditional probability, random variables, probability distributions and their parameters Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular and active participation in all seminars and group activities - Completion of group projects in class Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Continued follow-up work after lectures - Continued follow-up work based on class activities Bibliography - Kruschwitz, L: Finanzmathematik. Vahlen, München. Pfeiffer, A.: Praktische Finanzmathematik. Harri Deutsch, Frankfurt. Bourier, G.: Deskriptive Statistik. Gabler, Wiesbaden. Bourier, G.: Wahrscheinlichkeitsrechnung und schließende Statistik. Gabler, Wiesbaden. Basler, H.: Grundbegriffe der Wahrscheinlichkeitsrechnung und statistischen Methodenlehre, Physika, Heidelberg. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 20 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-126 Discrete Mathematics Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-126-01 Person in Charge Stephan, Jörg, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Discrete Mathematics, Compulsory Hours Semester 3 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites BIS-121 Mathematics 1, BIS-141 Fundamentals of Computer Science, BIS-142 Programming Learning Outcomes Students know the fundamental concepts, methods and algorithms of discrete mathematics relevant for computer science. They understand abstract descriptions of algorithms and can implement them with suitable data structures. They can calculate the complexity of algorithms. They are able to apply mathematical models to typical situations in computer science. In exercises, students acquire the skills to act independently as well as working in teams on more complex problems. In doing this, they show selfinitative and self-motivation. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 21 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-126-01 Discrete Mathematics Person in Charge Stephan, Jörg, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Studying course material and literature - Working independently on programming exercises Recommended Prerequisites BIS-121 Mathematics 1, BIS-141 Fundamentals of Computer Science, BIS-142 Programming Examination K2, M Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students know the fundamental concepts, methods and algorithms of discrete mathematics relevant for computer science. They understand abstract descriptions of algorithms and can implement them with suitable data structures. They can calculate the complexity of algorithms. They are able to apply mathematical models to typical situations in computer science. In exercises, students acquire the skills to act independently as well as working in teams on more complex problems. In doing this, they show selfinitative and self-motivation. Content - Graph theory - Combinatorics - Cryptography - Algorithm complexity - Optimisation Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular and active participation in all seminars and group activities - Completion of group projects in class - Asking questions when the subject matter is unclear Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Regularly consolidating and reinforcing the lectures on the basis of the handouts - Regularly consolidating and reinforcing the exercises Bibliography - Beutelspacher, A., Zschiegner, M.-A.: Diskrete Mathematik für Einsteiger, Vieweg. - Haggarty, R.: Diskrete Mathematik für Informatiker, Pearson Studium. - Steger, A.: Diskrete Strukturen, Band 1, Springer, Berlin. - Herold, H., Lurz, B., Wohlrab, J.: Grundlagen der Informatik, Pearson Studium. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 22 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-131 Basics of Business Information Systems Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-131-01 Person in Charge Clasen, Michael, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Basics of Business Information Systems, Compulsory Hours Semester 1 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites None Learning Outcomes Students will gain knowledge of the goals, fundamental terms, main topics and techniques of Business Information Systems. They understand business informatics as an interdisciplinary subject between business and computer science, to solve central business problems by designing and implementing computer applications. The students recognise their own strengths and weaknesses for future specialisations. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 23 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-131-01 Basics of Business Information Systems Person in Charge Clasen, Michael, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction English Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and wrap-up of suggested literature, exercises and case studies Recommended Prerequisites None Examination H, K2, M Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will gain knowledge in goals, fundamental terms, main topics and techniques of Business Information Systems. They understand business informatics as an interdisciplinary subject between business and computer science, to solve central business problems by designing and implementing computer applications. The students recognise their own strengths and weaknesses for future specialisations. Content - Fundamental terms, tasks and goals of business informatics Power-law distributions on IT markets Basics of hardware and networks Software: From operation systems to business applications Data, information, knowledge Application systems in industry and services Application integration Application development Data centre operation IT management E-business Requirements for Contact Hours Active participation in discussion of slides and case studies. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Elaboration of exercises as preparation for final test. Bibliography - Abts, D., Mülder, W.: Grundkurs Wirtschaftsinformatik.Vieweg + Teubner, Wiesbaden. Disterer, G., Fels, F., Hausotter, A.: Taschenbuch der Wirtschaftsinformatik. Hanser, München. Laudon, K.C., Laudon, J.P., Schoder, D.: Wirtschaftsinformatik. Eine Einführung, Pearson, München. Mertens, P. et al.: Grundzüge der Wirtschaftsinformatik. Springer, Berlin. Stahlknecht, P., Hasenkamp, U.: Einführung in die Wirtschaftsinformatik, Springer, Berlin. Thome, R.: Grundzüge der Wirtschaftsinformatik. Pearson, München. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 24 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-132 Business Processes and ERP Systems Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-132-01 BIS-132-02 Person in Charge Hohberger, Peter, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Business Process Management, Compulsory ERP Systems, Compulsory Hours Semester 3 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites None Examination H, K2, M, R Learning Outcomes Students will deepen their knowledge of business processes, as well as of how to analyse and optimise these. Students will also learn how to implement computerised business processes using enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 25 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-132-01 Business Process Management Person in Charge Hohberger, Peter, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 3 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 56 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation for and follow-up to all lectures using course notes Recommended Prerequisites None Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will master the basics of business process management and business process analysis. Students will also learn how to map out computerised business processes. Content - The principles, definitions and limitations of business process management - The development of business process management - The relationship between operational and organisational structures - The significance of process organisation - The definition of key processes and the macro- and micro-structure of these processes - Procedural design processes - Modelling business processes - The role of IT in business process management Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance of and active participation in all classes, including asking questions when the subject matter is unclear. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Follow-up work based on lecture handouts and notes. Bibliography - Eversheim, W. (Hrsg.): Prozessorientierte Unternehmensorganisation. Springer, Berlin. - Hohberger, P.: Prozessorientierte Reorganisationsmaßnahmen. Lit-Verlag, Münster. - Hammer, M., Champy, J.: Business Reengineering. Campus, Frankfurt. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 26 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-132-02 ERP Systems Person in Charge Hohberger, Peter, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 3 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 56 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparation for and follow-up to all lectures using course notes - Study of lecture handouts Recommended Prerequisites None Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will learn how to map out computerised business processes using enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. They will also learn about the relevant business software packages. Content - Definitions and limitations of ERP systems - ERP systems: The current systems available and system selection - Introduction to Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP) - The basics of SAP: SAP transactions, SAP organisational levels, SAP data organisation - The creation of master data in an SAP system - Overview of SAP in operational use - SAP reports Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance of and active participation in all classes, including asking questions when the subject matter is unclear. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Follow-up work based on lecture handouts and notes. Bibliography - Hessler, M.; Görtz, M.: Basiswissen ERP-Systeme. W3L Verlag, Herdecke. - Hansen, H. R., Wirtschaftsinformatik I. Lucius & Lucius, Stuttgart. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 27 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-133 Project Management Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-133-01 BIS-133-02 Person in Charge Daum, Andreas, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 102 h / 78 h General Project Management, Compulsory IT Project Management, Compulsory Hours Semester 2 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites None Examination H, K2, M, P, R Learning Outcomes Students will recognise projects as important organisational forms. Students will learn the basic methods and tools available for project management. Students will be able to contribute meaningfully to real-life project management scenarios. Students will be able to describe the differences between general project management and IT project management. Students will learn about and be able to analyse the typical IT project life cycle. Students will be able to solve comprehension problems during practical exercises by asking relevant questions, and will solve complex problems in teams. In doing so, they will demonstrate independence and personal motivation. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 28 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-133-01 General Project Management Person in Charge Daum, Andreas, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 4 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 52 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Study of recommended literature Recommended Prerequisites None Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will learn to recognise projects as important organisational forms. Students will develop a clear understanding of the key features of projects. Students will learn the fundamental methods and tools for project management. Students will be able to contribute meaningfully to real-life project management scenarios. Students will be able to solve comprehension problems during practical exercises by asking relevant questions, and will solve complex problems in teams. In doing so, they will demonstrate independence and personal motivation. Content - Definitions of projects and project management - The project environment and stakeholders - Project objectives and risks - Project organisation and structures - Project phases, the project life cycle and deadlines - Resources, costs and funding - Project modification, project monitoring, and reporting systems - Information, documentation and communication - Project commencement and completion - Leadership, motivation, creativity and conflict management Requirements for Contact Hours - Active participation in all lectures - Solid teamwork during practical exercises - Asking questions to clear up any comprehension issues - Participation in class discussions Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive and meaningful follow-up work based on course content. Bibliography - Burghardt, M.: Projektmanagement- Leitfaden Siemens: München. Gessler, M. (Hrsg.): Kompetenzbasiertes Projektmanagement (PM3), GPM: Nürnberg. Hansel, J., Lomnitz, G., Projektleiter-Praxis: Springer: Hamburg Jenny, B.: Projektmanagement, vdf-Verlag: Zürich Schelle, H./Ottmann, R./Pfeiffer, A.: ProjektManager, GPM: Nürnberg Date: 2012-11-27 Page 29 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-133-02 IT Project Management Person in Charge Baumann, Lars Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Study of recommended literature Recommended Prerequisites None Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will be able to describe the differences between general project management and IT project management. Students will also learn about and be able to analyse the typical IT project life cycle. Through the application of knowledge gained in general project management, students will deepen their knowledge of documents specifically related to IT projects. Students will be able to allocate the terms ‘customer specifications' and ‘performance requirements' to the relevant stages of a project. Students will simulate the systematic recognition and resolution of potential problems in intercultural project teams during practical exercises, and will be able to use what they have learned in the workplace. Students will be able to resolve comprehension issues during practical exercises by asking relevant questions, and will solve complex problems in teams. In doing so, they will demonstrate independence and personal motivation. Content - The IT project life cycle - ‘Stakeholder' analysis - Intercultural IT project teams - Team management and motivation in IT projects - Key documents in IT projects (customer specifications, performance requirements, IT business concepts, architecture) and IT project monitoring - Risk management for IT projects - Software development projects Requirements for Contact Hours - Active participation in all lectures - Solid teamwork during practical exercises - Asking questions to clear up any comprehension issues - Participation in class discussions Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive and meaningful follow-up work based on course content. Bibliography - Berkum, S.: Die Kunst des IT-Projektmanagements., Beijing - Brewer, J., Dittmann, K.: Methods of IT Project Management, Peason Education - Project Management Institute: A guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge PMBOK Date: 2012-11-27 Page 30 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-134 Requirements Analysis Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-134-01 Person in Charge Krause, Manfred, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Requirements Analysis, Compulsory Hours Semester 2 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites BIS-131 Basics of Business Information Systems, BIS-142 Programming Learning Outcomes The students will - Know the fundamentals of analysing, modelling and managing software system requirements - Understand the significance of requirements analysis - Know the basic concepts of object-oriented modelling - Be able to develop business process models and use case models and domain class models - Have the skills to complete requirements analysis and modelling as part of a team - Have the skills to work in projects (capacity for teamwork) - Be able to present project results in written form and as a presentation Date: 2012-11-27 Page 31 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-134-01 Requirements Analysis Person in Charge Krause, Manfred, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work using course notes and solid preparation for the final exam (group work) Recommended Prerequisites BIS-131 Basics of Business Information Systems, BIS-142 Programming Examination H, K2, M, R Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes The students will - Know the fundamentals of analysing, modelling and managing software system requirements - Understand the significance of requirements analysis - Know the basic concepts of object-oriented modelling - Be able to develop business process models and use case models and domain class models - Have the skills to complete requirements analysis and modelling as part of a team - Have the skills to work in projects (capacity for teamwork) - Be able to present project results in written form and as a presentation Content - Goal and subject matter of requirements management Object-oriented analysis with Unified Modeling Language (UML) Compilation of a software requirements specification document Modelling and specification of use cases Development of domain class models for the specification of requirements Construction of sequence diagrams Lecture topic exercises Execution of a case study as project with final presentation Requirements for Contact Hours Preparation for classes using handouts and notes, and active participation in practical exercises. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Independent study of the recommended literature and course notes; participation in coaching sessions provided for examination groups; group work in preparation for the final exam. Bibliography - Balzert, H.: Lehrbuch der Objektmodellierung, Analyse und Entwurf mit der UML 2. Elsevier - Spektrum Akademischer Verlag, Heidelberg/Berlin. - Balzert, H.: Lehrbuch der Software-Technik, Software-Entwicklung. Elsevier - Spektrum Akademischer Verlag, Heidelberg/Berlin. - Ebert, C.: Systematisches Requirements Management, Anforderungen ermitteln, spezifizieren, analysieren und verfolgen. dpunkt.verlag, Heidelberg. - Grässle, P.; Baumann, H.; Baumann, P.: UML 2 projektorientiert. Galileo Press, Bonn. - Pohl, K.: Requirements Engineering, Grundlagen, Prinzipien, Techniken. dpunkt.verlag, Heidelberg. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 32 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-141 Fundamentals of Computer Science Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-141-01 BIS-141-02 Person in Charge Merz, Peter, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Introduction to Computer Science, Compulsory Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science, Compulsory Hours Semester 1 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites None Examination H, K2, M Learning Outcomes Students know the main topics of computer science. They are familiar with the functional principles of computers: they have in-depth knowledge about the storage, interpretation and processing of information within a computer. In exercises, students acquire the skills to act independently (familiarisation, analysis, concept and implementation) as well as in cooperation with teams. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 33 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-141-01 Introduction to Computer Science Person in Charge Merz, Peter, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 3 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 56 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work based on the handouts provided and the completion of practical assignments Recommended Prerequisites None Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students know the main topics of computer science. They are familiar with the design and functional principles of computers. They are capable of designing combinatorial circuits and analysing machine code and understand the main principles of modern programming languages. They have in-depth knowledge of algorithms and data structures for searching and sorting and can apply these in example programs. In exercises, students acquire the skills to act independently (familiarisation, analysis, concept and implementation) as well as in cooperation with teams. Content - Computer Science: Focus, topics, history - Hardware: Information representation, microprocessors, hardware architectures, computer communication - Software: Programming languages, algorithms (searching and sorting), data structures (lists, stacks, queues, trees) Requirements for Contact Hours - Active participation in all lectures - Solid teamwork during practical exercises Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Independent solving of tasks/assignments - Self-study of course material Bibliography - Herold, H., Lurz, B., Wohlrab, J.: Grundlagen der Informatik, Pearson Studium. - Ernst, H.: Grundkurs Informatik, Vieweg. - Gumm, H.-P., Sommer, M.: Einführung in die Informatik, Oldenbourg. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 34 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-141-02 Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science Person in Charge Stephan, Jörg, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 3 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 56 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Study of course material and literature Recommended Prerequisites None Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students know the fundamental concepts and methods of logic, set theory and elementary number theory relevant for computer science. They can apply these methods to typical problems in computer science. In exercises, students acquire the skills to act independently as well as working in teams on more complex problems. In doing this, they show self-initative and self-motivation. Content - Numeral systems - Propositional logic - Predicate logic - Number theory (Divisibility, congruence classes) - Sets - Relations Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance of and active participation in all classes, including asking questions when the subject matter is unclear. Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Regularly consolidating and reinforcing the lectures on the basis of the handouts - Regularly consolidating and reinforcing the exercises Bibliography - Haggarty, R.: Diskrete Mathematik für Informatiker, Pearson Studium. - Beutelspacher, A., Zschiegner, M.-A.: Diskrete Mathematik für Einsteiger, Vieweg. - Herold, H., Lurz, B., Wohlrab, J.: Grundlagen der Informatik, Pearson Studium. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 35 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-142 Programming Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-142-01 Person in Charge Lohmann, Friedrich, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Programming, Compulsory Hours Semester 1 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites None Learning Outcomes The students can name and explain the basic procedural concepts of the Java programming language. They are able to implement and test smaller programs. They can analyse well-defined, verbally specified problems, design an appropriate algorithm and code it in Java. In the exercises the students can actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they display independence and self-motivation. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 36 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-142-01 Programming Person in Charge Lohmann, Friedrich, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Dealing more extensively with the topics of the lectures and the exercises by means of teaching materials and additional literature; working on exercises; possibly attending the tutorial Recommended Prerequisites None Examination H, K2, M Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes The students can name and explain the basic procedural concepts of the Java programming language. They are able to implement and test smaller programs. They can analyse well-defined, verbally specified problems, design an appropriate algorithm and code it in Java. In the exercises the students can actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they display independence and self-motivation. Content - Algorithms and programming languages Data types and variables Operators and expressions Control structures Arrays and classes Methods Systematic approach to program development Practical programming exercises Requirements for Contact Hours - Continuous attendance of the course - Active participation in the lectures - Intensive participation in the exercises Requirements for Independent Study Hours - In-depth study of the course contents - Independent solving of the exercises provided Bibliography - Ratz, D., et al.: Grundkurs Programmieren in Java. Band 1: Der Einstieg in Programmierung und Objektorientierung. Hanser, München/Wien. - Mössenböck, H.: Sprechen Sie Java? Eine Einführung in das systematische Programmieren. dpunkt, Heidelberg. - RRZN Regionales Rechenzentrum für Niedersachsen (Hrsg.): Java 6 (1. Band). Grundlagen und Einführung. RRZN, Hannover. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 37 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-143 Database Systems Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-143-01 Person in Charge Hausotter, Andreas, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Database Systems, Compulsory Hours Semester 3 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites BIS-131 Basics of Business Information Systems, BIS-141 Fundamentals of Computer Science Learning Outcomes This course aims to develop technical and operational knowledge about database systems. Students can explain the modes of operation and fundamental concepts. They are able to design, implement, test and operate simple databases. In the exercises students actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they show independence and self-motivation. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 38 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-143-01 Database Systems Person in Charge Hausotter, Andreas, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparing and reviewing the content of the lectures using the electronic teaching materials provided - Unaffiliated resolving of the provided assignments and lab exercises - Simultaneous reading of recommended textbooks Recommended Prerequisites BIS-131 Basics of Business Information Systems, BIS-141 Fundamentals of Computer Science Examination K2, M Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes This course aims to develop technical and operational knowledge about database systems. Students can explain the modes of operation and fundamental concepts. They are able to design, implement, test and operate simple databases. In the exercises students actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they show independence and self-motivation. Content - Data organisation, ANSI-SPARC Three-Level Architecture, architecture of database management systems, relational database market - Entity Relationship Model (ERM) - Relational model, transformation of Entity Relationship Diagrams - Functional dependencies and normal forms, normalisation - Structured Query Language (SQL) - Transactions, ACID, operational and physical database integrity Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular attendance of and participation in all classes - Completion of group projects in class Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Continued follow-up work after lectures - Continued follow-up work based on class activities Bibliography - Date, C.J., An Introduction to Database Systems, Addison-Wesley, Reading et al. Elmasri, R., Navathe, S. B., Grundlagen von Datenbanksystemen, Pearson Studium, München. Heuer, A., Saake, G., Datenbanken Konzepte und Sprachen, Thomson, Bonn et al. Misgeld, W., SQL - Einstieg und Anwendung, Hanser, München. Vossen, G., Datenmodelle, Datenbanksprachen und Datenbank-Management-Systeme, Oldenbourg, München. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 39 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-159 Transferable Skills for IT Professionals Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-159-01 BIS-159-02 BIS-159-03 Person in Charge N. N. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 102 h / 78 h Communication and Presentation Skills, Compulsory Introduction to Academic Research and Writing, Compulsory Colloquium Business Information Systems, Compulsory Hours Semester 3 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites None Learning Outcomes Students will master the fundamental aspects of work and study, including the principles of communication in a business environment. They will master the basic techniques for solid academic work through study and practice. They will also learn the key aspects of the study of and work with information systems. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 40 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-159-01 Communication and Presentation Skills Person in Charge Wesely, Sabine Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Seminar, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work based on lecture notes, as well as the suggested reading material Recommended Prerequisites None Examination H, K1, M, P, R Group Size 12 Learning Outcomes Students will learn the common rules and models for rhetoric, presentation skills, gender and communication. They will be able to use these rules and models (e.g. during their own presentations) and analyse their performance (e.g. in terms of the balance between self-awareness and their awareness of others, feedback and the solutions to case studies). They will be able to develop their own presentation and communication strategies. Content - Principles of rhetoric, presentation and communication - Verbal and non-verbal communication - Gender and communication - Speech exercises, individual and group work - The balance between self-awareness and the awareness of others - Video feedback - Practical exercises with regard to the world of work and study Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular attendance of all classes - Active participation in all seminars and practical exercises - Application of new knowledge during practical exercises - Participation in class discussions drawing on your own experiences and case studies Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive and constructive preparation and follow-up work based on course content, as well as the completion of class assignments as required. Bibliography Recommended reading will be announced in class. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 41 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-159-02 Introduction to Academic Research and Writing Person in Charge N. N. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work using course notes, completion of practical assignments, preparation for the final examination Recommended Prerequisites None Examination H, K1, R Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will master the techniques required for academic work: study techniques, academic research using library catalogues, databases, the Internet etc., the evaluation of sources and referencing systems and useful principles for the completion of assignments and academic theses. Content This lecture is an entry-level course during which students will be instructed on the basic skills and knowledge required for academic work. The following aspects will be the focus of this module: - Academic quality criteria - Research methodology, including the evaluation of sources and citation - Writing academic essays, focusing particularly on cohesion and building logical arguments - Study techniques Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance of all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Students should prepare lecture notes and use their class notes for follow-up work, complete practical exercises and prepare sufficiently for the final exam. Bibliography - Balzert, H. et al.: Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten. Wissenschaft, Quellen, Artefakte, Organisation, Präsentation, Herdecke/Witten. - Disterer, G.: Studienarbeiten schreiben, Berlin/Heidelberg. - Heister, W./Weßler-Poßberg, D.: Studieren mit Erfolg: Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten, Stuttgart. - Litzcke, S./Linssen, R.: Studieren lernen, Brühl. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 42 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-159-03 Colloquium Business Information Systems Person in Charge König, Stephan, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Seminar, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparation and wrap-up of the guest presentations - Reading of the suggested literature - Studies of the module descriptions in order to understand electives (especially specialisations) in the second part of the curriculum - Preparation for the exam Examination P Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will gain knowledge in central and fundamental aspects of their field of studies and their future professional life in business information systems. The complex job profiles presented by the guest speakers at the end of the first part of the curriculum will enable students to make a profound decision about their personal specialisations during the second part of the curriculum. The group exam will support the development of social skills. Content - Guest presentations, in particular by company representatives (e.g. project managers, HR) - Possibly also presentations by alumni, visiting professors or guests from other universities, local professors (about their research topics and projects) and selected students (about internships and/or theses) - Summary of the previous guest presentation by students during the next session, e.g. abstract, connection of the topic with the curriculum, literature Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular attendance of all classes - Active participation in all classes Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Intensive follow-up on all lectures by guest speakers - Preparation for the final examination Bibliography - Recommended reading will be announced in class - Kurbel, K., et al.: Studienführer Wirtschaftsinformatik. Gabler. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 43 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-161 Business English Level of Module Basic module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-161-01 BIS-161-02 Person in Charge Witte, Mareen ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 102 h / 78 h Business English Part 1, Compulsory Business English Part 2, Compulsory Hours Semester 2 Duration of Module 2 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites Working knowledge of English (equivalent to level B1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) Examination H, K2, M, P, R Learning Outcomes Participants will achieve level B2 in English (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). Students will be able to communicate confidently, both orally and in writing, in general professional situations. They will have a sound knowledge of the necessary grammatical structures and basic economic and commercial vocabulary to do this. Students will be able to independently conduct telephone calls, participate in discussions, offer their opinions on familiar topics and write letters and emails. They will be able to understand spoken utterances and follow complex lines of argument when these concern familiar topics. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 44 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-161-01 Business English Part 1 Person in Charge Witte, Mareen Language of Instruction English Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 4 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 52 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work using lecture notes, course books and the corresponding CD-ROM, as well as by completing practical exercises, including reading and listening exercises Recommended Prerequisites Working knowledge of English (equivalent to level B1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) Group Size 26 Learning Outcomes Students will be able to understand the speech of native speakers in everyday professional situations and will be able to react to utterances appropriately. They will be able to understand contributions on general economic and commercial topics, and will be able to express themselves using the appropriate subjectspecific vocabulary and necessary grammatical structures. They will be able to conduct telephone calls and read and write letters and emails. Content - Study of basic economic and commercial vocabulary - Reading of texts on economic and commercial topics - Training for listening comprehension - Practice of idioms and grammatical structures for specific situations in the workplace - Conducting telephone calls - The principles of written communication Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance of and active participation in all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Regular preparation for and follow-up on lectures - Completion of all tasks set Bibliography - Mark Powell, In Company intermediate second edition (Macmillan 2009) - Michael McCarthy u.a., Grammar for Business (Cambridge University Press 2009) Date: 2012-11-27 Page 45 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-161-02 Business English Part 2 Person in Charge Witte, Mareen Language of Instruction English Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 2 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 26 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work using lecture notes, course books and the corresponding CD-ROM, as well as by completing practical exercises, including reading and listening exercises Recommended Prerequisites Working knowledge of English (equivalent to level B2/1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) Group Size 26 Learning Outcomes Students will be able to communicate successfully in a variety of situations in the workplace. They will master the necessary vocabulary, register and grammatical structures to express themselves appropriately in writing. They will be able to take part in discussions and offer their opinions confidently after due preparation. Content - Study of basic economic and commercial vocabulary - Reading of texts on economic and commercial topics - Training for listening comprehension - Case studies - Writing emails and letters Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance of and active participation in all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Regular preparation for and follow-up on lectures - Completion of all tasks set Bibliography - Mark Powell, In Company intermediate second edition (Macmillan 2009) - Michael McCarthy u.a., Grammar for Business (Cambridge University Press 2009) Date: 2012-11-27 Page 46 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-201 Application Programming Level of Module Intermediate module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-201-01 Person in Charge Fleck, Raymond, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Application Programming, Compulsory Hours Semester 4 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes The students know the concepts in the development of object-oriented information systems. They are able to implement these concepts with a programming language and can solve different scopes of work. They are capable of differentiating, describing and evaluating various approaches in programming languages. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 47 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-201-01 Application Programming Person in Charge Fleck, Raymond, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and performing follow-up coursework based on the lecture notes; working on the exercises. Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination EDR, K2, M, R Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes The students know the concepts in the development of object-oriented information systems. They are able to implement these concepts with a programming language and can solve different scopes of work. They are capable of differentiating, describing and evaluating various approaches in programming languages. Content - Concepts in the implementation of object-oriented information systems - Creation of classes and objects and interaction between them - Inheritance, polymorphism, dynamic binding - Abstract classes, interfaces and their differences - Exception handling - Programming of graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and event handling - Distinctions between different object-oriented programming languages - Possible add-ons are file handling, I/O streams, the collection framework, threads or the access to databases. Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance and active participation in all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive follow-up work on course content and practical exercises. Bibliography Abhängig von eingesetzter Technologie, z.B. für Java - Horton, I.: Beginning Java 2, Wrox Press, Birmingham. - Morelli, R.: Java, Java, Java ? Object-Oriented Problem Solving, Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River. - Ratz, D; Scheffler, J.;Seese,D.;Wiesenberger, J.:Grundkurs Programmieren in Java, Band 1: Der Einstieg in Programmierung und Objektorientierung und Band 2: Einführung in die Programmierung kommerzieller Systeme, Carl Hanser Verlag, München, Wien. - Ullenboom, C.: Java ist auch eine Insel, Das umfassende Handbuch, Galileo Computing, Online-Version: http://openbook.galileocomputing.de/ javainsel/. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 48 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-202 Software Engineering Level of Module Intermediate module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-202-01 Person in Charge Lohmann, Friedrich, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Software Engineering, Compulsory Hours Semester 4 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, particularly BIS-134 Requirements Analysis; parallel attendance at BIS-201 Application Programming Learning Outcomes The students can name the essential steps of the software development process and they are able to explain the process flow. They can name the prime concepts of object-oriented design with the Unified Modeling Language (UML) and they are able to explain and apply these concepts and to translate them into Java code. They can name and explain the basic concepts of software architecture. They can develop and revise UML models by means of a modelling tool. In the exercises the students can actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they display independence and self-motivation. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 49 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-202-01 Software Engineering Person in Charge Lohmann, Friedrich, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Dealing more extensively with the topics of the lectures and the exercises by means of teaching materials and additional literature; working on exercises Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, particularly BIS-134 Requirements Analysis; parallel attendance at BIS-201 Application Programming Examination H, K2, M, R Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes The students can name the essential steps of the software development process and they are able to explain the process flow. They can name the prime concepts of object-oriented design with the Unified Modeling Language (UML) and they are able to explain and apply these concepts and to translate them into Java code. They can name and explain the basic concepts of software architecture. They can develop and revise UML models by means of a modelling tool. In the exercises the students can actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they display independence and self-motivation. Content - Objectives and topics of software engineering Life cycle of software systems Sequential, iterative/incremental and agile process models Object-oriented design with the Unified Modeling Language (UML) Software architecture Design patterns Reuse Practical exercises with a UML modelling tool Requirements for Contact Hours - Continuous attendance of the course - Active participation in the lectures - Intensive participation in the exercises Requirements for Independent Study Hours - In-depth study of the course contents - Independent solving of the exercises provided Bibliography - Balzert, H.: Lehrbuch der Objektmodellierung. Analyse und Entwurf mit der UML 2. Spektrum Akademischer Verlag, Heidelberg/Berlin. - Balzert, H.: Lehrbuch der Software-Technik: Software-Entwicklung. Spektrum Akademischer Verlag, Heidelberg/Berlin. - Balzert, H.: Lehrbuch der Software-Technik: Softwaremanagement. Spektrum Akademischer Verlag, Heidelberg. - Oestereich, B.: Analyse und Design mit UML 2. Objektorientierte Softwareentwicklung. Oldenbourg, München/Wien. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 50 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems - Rupp, C; Queins, S.; Zengler, B.: UML 2 glasklar. Praxiswissen für die UML-Modellierung. Hanser, München/Wien. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 51 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-203 Operating Systems Level of Module Intermediate module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-203-01 Person in Charge Hausotter, Andreas, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Operating Systems, Compulsory Hours Semester 4 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes This course aims to develop technical and operational knowledge about operating systems. Students can explain the basic functions, architectures, modes of operation and applications of operating systems. In particular they are able to distinguish standard operating systems in terms of their design and operation purpose. This knowledge will be accentuated using the example of Unix/Linux. In the exercises students actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they show independence and self-motivation. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 52 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-203-01 Operating Systems Person in Charge Hausotter, Andreas, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparing and reviewing the content of the lectures using the electronic teaching materials provided - Unaffiliated resolving of the provided assignments and lab exercises - Simultaneous reading of recommended textbooks Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination K2, M Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes This course aims to develop technical and operational knowledge about operating systems. Students can explain the basic functions, architectures, modes of operation and applications of operating systems. In particular they are able to distinguish standard operating systems in terms of their design and operation purpose. This knowledge will be accentuated using the example of Unix/Linux. In the exercises students actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they show independence and self-motivation. Content - Tasks of operating systems, definitions, classifications, markets, operating system models Process management, memory management, I/O management, file systems, computer resources Interprocess communication, synchronisation Case studies: UNIX/Linux, UNIX shell Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular and active participation in all seminars and group activities - Completion of group projects in class Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Continued follow-up work after each lecture - Continued follow-up work after assignments and laboratory exercises Bibliography - Gulbins, J., Obermayr, K., Unix - System V4 Begriffe, Konzepte, Kommandos, Schnittstellen, Springer: Berlin et al. - Stallings, W., Betriebssysteme - Prinzipien und Umsetzung, Pearson Studium: München. - Tanenbaum, A. S., Moderne Betriebssysteme, Pearson Studium: München. - Wolfinger, C., Keine Angst vor Unix, VDI: Düsseldorf. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 53 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-204 Distributed Applications Level of Module Intermediate module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-204-01 BIS-204-02 Person in Charge Fleck, Raymond, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Distributed Information Systems, Compulsory Web-based Information Systems, Compulsory Hours Semester 6 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program; BIS-201 Application Programming Learning Outcomes The students know the tasks, concepts and approaches in the design of distributed applications. They are able to describe the general requirements of business information systems and special aspects of web-based information systems and can evaluate them based on examples. They are capable of implementing elements of a web-based information system in an application. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 54 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-204-01 Distributed Information Systems Person in Charge Hausotter, Andreas, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 3 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 56 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparing and reviewing the content of the lectures using the electronic teaching materials provided - Simultaneous reading of recommended textbooks Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program; BIS-202 Software Engineering Examination K1, M Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes The students acquire knowledge about the architecture, the fundamental concepts and modes of operation of distributed business information systems. They are able to express the requirements for such applications and to assess them by means of simple examples. The students have the ability to figure out distributed information systems and to evaluate various basic technologies and mechanisms. In the exercises students actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they show independence and self-motivation. Content - Networking: OSI Reference Model, TCP/IP Reference Model - Fundamentals of distributed systems: definitions, distribution transparency, types of distributed systems, distributed systems architecture - Historical overview and examples of distributed systems: DCE, CORBA, .NET, Java EE - Fundamentals of communication: Sockets, RPC, messaging - Java EE: Java EE standard, the power of Java EE, Java EE Application Model, EJB - Web services: motivation, definitions, architecture, roles and scenarios, standards Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Continued follow-up work after each lecture - Continued follow-up work after assignments and laboratory exercises Bibliography - Denninger, S., Enterprise JavaBeans, Addison-Wesley: München. - Eberhard, A., Fischer, S., Web Services, Hanser: München. - Tanenbaum, A. S., van Steen, M., Distributed Systems - Principles and Paradigms, Prentice-Hall: Upper Saddle River. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 55 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-204-02 Web-based Information Systems Person in Charge Fleck, Raymond, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 3 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 56 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and performing follow-up coursework based on the lecture notes; working on the exercises Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program; BIS-201 Application Programming Examination EDR, K1, M, R Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes The students acquire skills on the design, basic concepts and functioning of web-based information systems. They are able to formulate the requirements of web-based information systems and can evaluate possible alternatives. They understand different basic technologies of a web-based information system, can evaluate them and are capable of implementing them in an application. Content - Basic aspects of web clients and web servers - Client technologies like HTML, DOM, CSS, JavaScript and applets - Some aspects of HTTP, especially session management, e.g., with cookies - Database access from an application - Server technologies like CGI, Perl, Java Servlets, JavaServer Pages - MVC principle - Development of a web-based application prototype - Possible add-ons are JavaBeans, taglibs, JSF, PHP, Ajax Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance and active participation in all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive follow-up work on course content and practical exercises. Bibliography Abhängig von eingesetzter Technologie, z.B. - Ayers, D. et. al.: Professional Java Server Programming, Wrox Press, Birmingham. - Moss, K., Java Servlets, McGraw-Hill: New York. - Bates, C.: Web Programming, John Wiley & Sons: Chichester. - White, S. et. al.: JDBC API Tutorial and Reference, Addison-Wesley: Reading. Roßbach, P.; Schreiber, H.: Java Server und Servlets, Portierbare Web-Applikationen effizient entwickeln, Addison-Wesley, Bonn. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 56 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-205 Electronic Business and Electronic Commerce Level of Module Intermediate module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-205-01 Person in Charge Clasen, Michael, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Electronic Business and Electronic Commerce, Compulsory Hours Semester 6 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Students will know different types of e-business and e-commerce and are able to analyse and evaluate alternative solutions for business issues. They know why the market for e-business is so competitive. By solving concrete exercises the students can deepen and consolidate their knowledge. In exercises the students train their ability to solve complex problems in teams. They show autonomy and have to be selfmotivated. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 57 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-205-01 Electronic Business and Electronic Commerce Person in Charge Clasen, Michael, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and wrap-up of suggested literature Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, K2, R Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will know different types of e-business and e-commerce and are able to analyse and evaluate alternative solutions for business issues. They know why the market for e-business is so competitive. By solving concrete exercises the students can deepen and consolidate their knowledge. In exercises the students train their ability to solve complex problems in teams. They show autonomy and have to be selfmotivated. Content - Basics of e-commerce and e-business Products and services in e-commerce and e-business E-procurement Online marketing, sales and service E-contracting and e-payment Legal aspects of e-commerce Mobile business E-society (incl. e-governance) E-commerce and e-business in international context Technical basics of e-business Requirements for Contact Hours Constant participation in lectures and exercises. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Preparation and wrap-up of suggested literature, exercises and case studies. Bibliography - Wamser, C.: Electronic Commerce. Vahlen, München. Meier, A.; Stormer, H.; eBusiness und eCommerce. Springer, Berlin. Bliemel, F; Fassot, G.; Theobald, A.: Electronic Commerce. Gabler, Wiesbaden. Hammer, C. u. a.: Internet- Geschäftsmodelle mit Rendite. Galileo Press, Bonn. Merz, M.: E-Commerce und E-Business. dpunkt, Heidelberg. Albers, S., Panten, G., Schäfers, B.: Die eCommerce-Gewinner, F.A.Z.-Institut, Franfurt am Main. Clasen, M.: Erfolgsfaktoren digitaler Marktplätze in der Agrar- und Ernährungsindustrie, DUV, Wiesbaden. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 58 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-206 Interorganisational Business Computing Level of Module Intermediate module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-206-01 Person in Charge Clasen, Michael, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Interorganisational Business Computing, Compulsory Hours Semester 6 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Students will know different ways of how to connect application systems interorganisationally. They know the pros and cons of each solution. In practical work the students will analyse and evaluate strategies, architectures, technologies and solutions of interorganisational business computing. Thereafter the students will model and realise their own concept. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 59 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-206-01 Interorganisational Business Computing Person in Charge Clasen, Michael, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Seminar, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and wrap-up of suggested literature and practical excercises Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination K2, M, R Group Size 60 Learning Outcomes Students will know different ways of how to connect application systems interorganisationally. They know the pros and cons of each solution. In practical work the students will analyse and evaluate strategies, architectures, technologies and solutions of interorganisational business computing. Thereafter the students will model and realise their own concept. Content - Definition of basics terms Skills for IBC Types of application integration (information-, business process-, service and portal-oriented) Technology for application integration (middleware, integration server, adapter, ESB, SOA) Standards (EDI, XML, ebXML) Examples of interorganisational systems from different industry sectors (SCM, e-procurement) Specific aspects of project management in IBC projects Manufacturers and products Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular participation in class and discussions - Adding of personal experiences and ideas Requirements for Independent Study Hours Completion of all tasks set. Bibliography - Linthicum, D.: Next Generation Application Integration. Addison-Wesley. Boston. Gold-Bernstein, B. et al.: Enterprise Integration. Addison-Wesley. Boston. Aier, S. et al.: Enterprise Application Integration. GITO Verlag. Berlin Kaib, M.: Enterprise Application Integration. Deutscher Universitätsverlag, Wiesbaden. Meinhardt, S. et al.: Enterprise Portale & Enterprise Application Integration in Praxis der Wirtschaftsinformatik, dpunkt. Heidelberg. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 60 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-209 General IT Project Level of Module Intermediate module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-209-01 Person in Charge Autenrieth, Michael, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 51 h / 129 h General IT Project, Compulsory Hours Semester 7 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, particularly BIS-133 Project Management Learning Outcomes The students get the opportunity to gain some experience in practical project management methodologies. They learn to work and decide as a team in cooperation with an external partner. They are able to compare different approaches and to decide in constructive discussions. By applying their specific knowledge in a clearly defined project situation they improve their communication and team-building skills. They are enabled to motivate and organise themselves. They learn to plan the work and to work the plan. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 61 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-209-01 General IT Project Person in Charge Autenrieth, Michael, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Project, 3 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 51 h / 129 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Reflecting and reconsidering project activities in the context of project management basics already learned in module BIS-133; refreshing knowledge of relevant topics already learned in other modules Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, particularly BIS-133 Project Management Examination B, EDR, H, P, R Group Size 10 Learning Outcomes The students get the opportunity to gain some experience in practical project management methodologies. They learn to work and decide as a team in cooperation with an external partner. They are able to compare different approaches and to decide in constructive discussions. By applying their specific knowledge in a clearly defined project situation they improve their communication and team-building skills. They are enabled to motivate and organise themselves. They learn to plan the work and to work the plan. Content The knowledge background is varying and depends on the project aim, which is usually defined in cooperation with an external partner. Typically a first draft or a prototypical implementation of some IT components should be developed. Nevertheless nearly any practical issue concerning information systems and information management is a possible project aim. Normally a detailed requirements analysis, the workout of at least a partial solution and a presentation of the solution to the external partner are on the agenda. Requirements for Contact Hours Adoption of a project role; active participation in discussions and presentations; presentations on work in progress; suggestion of your own ideas and solutions; communication of possible project risks; appropriate behaviour towards external project partners; attendance of group meetings at the sites of project partners, as well as outside of Hannover. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Independent research on topics relevant to project assignments. Drafting of documents related to your project role. Cooperation with other project participants, even outside of class. Bibliography Please see the module BIS-133-01 General Project Management and BIS-133-02 IT Project Management. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 62 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-291 1st Internship Phase Level of Module Intermediate module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-291-01 Person in Charge N. N. ECTS Credits 18 Contact Hours / Independent Study 760 h / 760 h 1st Internship Phase, Compulsory Hours Semester 5 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Students will obtain knowledge of (qualified) professional duties and functions. They will be able to use the knowledge gained during their studies to carry out these duties and functions satisfactorily. They will be able to recognise their own strengths and weaknesses as regards specific duties, functions and industries etc. Students will learn social skills for use in the professional context within a company or other organisation. In order to continue with their studies, students will build upon their existing knowledge of topical areas of interest in various technical disciplines, as well as their existing knowledge of their own personal interests. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 63 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-291-01 1st Internship Phase Person in Charge N. N. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Internship Phase Week ECTS Credits 18 Contact Hours / Independent Study h / 760 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Reflection on commercial/practical activities and operations - Synthesis of the technical correlation between commercial events and subject knowledge gained during your studies - Study of specialist literature based on any pertinent information heard during open-ended discussions - Active use of skills and expertise for commercial/professional means - Appropriate preparation for the final exam Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination B Group Size 1 Learning Outcomes Students will obtain knowledge of (qualified) professional duties and functions. They will be able to use the knowledge gained during their studies to carry out these duties and functions satisfactorily. They will be able to recognise their own strengths and weaknesses as regards specific duties, functions and industries etc. Students will learn social skills for use in the professional context within a company or other organisation. In order to continue with their studies, students will build upon their existing knowledge of topical areas of interest in various technical disciplines, as well as their existing knowledge of their own personal interests. Content Students will complete an internship of 19 weeks at a company or other organisation of their choice, during which they will (subject to training and supervision) learn about and execute specialised activities in the field of information management. During the internship, students will be mentored by someone in their host company/organisation, as well as by a professor of the university. Requirements for Independent Study Hours None Bibliography None Date: 2012-11-27 Page 64 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-292 Internship Course Level of Module Intermediate module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-292-01 BIS-292-02 Person in Charge N. N. ECTS Credits 12 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Internship Course Part 1, Compulsory Internship Course Part 2, Compulsory Hours Semester 4 Duration of Module 2 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Before the first stage of the internship, students will familiarise themselves with the demands to be placed on them during the internship. They will also prepare themselves mentally to draw professional benefit from the internship experience. After the first stage of the internship, students will be able to reflect on their experiences of the first stage and to benefit from these experiences on both a personal and professional level. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 65 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-292-01 Internship Course Part 1 Person in Charge N. N. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Seminar, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 56 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, M, P, R Group Size 40 Learning Outcomes Students will familiarise themselves with the demands to be placed on them during the internship. They will prepare themselves mentally to draw professional benefit from the internship experience. Content This seminar serves to provide formal and substantive preparation for the first stage of the internship. Requirements for Independent Study Hours None Bibliography None Date: 2012-11-27 Page 66 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-292-02 Internship Course Part 2 Person in Charge N. N. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Seminar, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 56 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, M, P, R Group Size 40 Learning Outcomes Students will be able to reflect on their experiences during the first stage of the internship and draw professional and personal benefit from these experiences. Content This seminar serves to provide formal and substantive preparation for the first stage of the internship. Requirements for Independent Study Hours None Bibliography None Date: 2012-11-27 Page 67 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-297 2nd Internship Phase Level of Module Intermediate module Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-297-01 Person in Charge N. N. ECTS Credits 18 Contact Hours / Independent Study 760 h / 760 h 2nd Internship Phase, Compulsory Hours Semester 8 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First and second phase of study program, without BIS-297 2nd Internship Phase and BIS-299 Bachelor Thesis Learning Outcomes Students will obtain knowledge of (qualified) professional duties and functions. They will be able to use the knowledge gained during their studies to carry out these duties and functions satisfactorily. They will be able to recognise their own strengths and weaknesses as regards specific duties, functions and industries etc. Students will learn social skills for use in the professional context within a company or other organisation. In order to continue with their studies, students will build upon their existing knowledge of topical areas of interest in various technical disciplines, as well as their existing knowledge of their own personal interests. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 68 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-297-01 2nd Internship Phase Person in Charge N. N. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Internship Phase Week ECTS Credits 18 Contact Hours / Independent Study 760 h / 760 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Reflection on commercial/practical activities and operations - Synthesis of the technical correlation between commercial events and subject knowledge gained during your studies - Study of specialist literature based on any pertinent information heard during open-ended discussions - Active use of skills and expertise for commercial/professional means - Appropriate preparation for the final exam Recommended Prerequisites First and second phase of study program, without BIS-297 2nd Internship Phase and BIS-299 Bachelor Thesis Examination B Group Size 1 Learning Outcomes Students will obtain knowledge of (qualified) professional duties and functions. They will be able to use the knowledge gained during their studies to carry out these duties and functions satisfactorily. They will be able to recognise their own strengths and weaknesses as regards specific duties, functions and industries etc. Students will learn social skills for use in the professional context within a company or other organisation. In order to continue with their studies, students will build upon their existing knowledge of topical areas of interest in various technical disciplines, as well as their existing knowledge of their own personal interests. Content Students will complete an internship of 19 weeks at a company or other organisation of their choice, during which they will (subject to training and supervision) learn about and execute specialised activities in the field of information management. During the internship, students will be mentored by someone in their host company/organisation, as well as by a professor of the university. Generally, students will write their dissertations (bachelor theses) during their internship in cooperation with the host company/organisation. Requirements for Independent Study Hours None Bibliography None Date: 2012-11-27 Page 69 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-299 Bachelor Thesis Level of Module - no classification - Type of Module Compulsory module Submodules BIS-299-01 Person in Charge Krause, Manfred, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 12 Contact Hours / Independent Study 0 h / 360 h Bachelor Thesis, Compulsory Hours Semester 8 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites The admission for writing the bachelor thesis requires - that the qualifying examination was passed - and that all modules of the second study section, excluding the second practical phase, were passed. Recommended Prerequisites All other modules were completed; thesis problem statement has been outlined; goal and problem-solving strategy are defined; literature was researched soundly Learning Outcomes The students are able to solve business information systems problems - drawn, whenever possible, from business practice - within a set period and use scientific methods appropriate to the given situation. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 70 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-299-01 Bachelor Thesis Person in Charge Krause, Manfred, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction by agreement Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Final Thesis Week ECTS Credits 12 Contact Hours / Independent Study 0 h / 360 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Independent study of the given bachelor thesis problem, adherence to the guidelines for theses Recommended Prerequisites All other modules were completed; thesis problem statement is clarified; goal and problem-solving strategy are defined; literature was researched soundly Examination Bachelor thesis and oral presentation Group Size 1 Learning Outcomes The students are able to handle business information systems problems - drawn, whenever possible, from business practice - within a set period and use scientific methods appropriate to the given situation. Content Preparation of the bachelor thesis. Requirements for Contact Hours None Requirements for Independent Study Hours Independent composition of the bachelor thesis in consultation with the advising professor. Bibliography - Charbel, A., Schnell und einfach zur Diplomarbeit. Der praktische Ratgeber für Studenten, Bildung und Wissen Verlag, Nürnberg. - Disterer, G., Studienarbeiten schreiben, Springer, Heidelberg et al. - Gerhards, G., Seminar-, Diplom- und Doktorarbeit: Muster und Empfehlungen zur Gestaltung von rechtsund wirtschaftswissenschaftlichen Prüfungsarbeiten, UTB, Bern u.a. - Karmasin, M., Ribbing, R., Die Gestaltung wissenschaftlicher Arbeiten, UTB, Wien. - Rossig, W.E., Prätsch, J., Wissenschaftliche Arbeiten, Ein Leitfaden für Haus-, Seminar-, Examens- und Diplomarbeiten sowie Präsentationen, WolfDruck, Bremen. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 71 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-211 Information Management Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-211-01 Person in Charge Disterer, Georg, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Information Management, Compulsory Learning Outcomes Identify the fundamental working tasks and responsibilities within Information Management. Develop different approaches to solving problems within the domain of Information Management, and compare, assess and evaluate them. Identify and analyse the functional relationships between the organisational structure of a corporation and the usage of IT to support business objective. Solving important tasks of Information Management in a practically relevant manner; e.g. (1) adjusting IT to the organisational and business context, (2) aligning IT with business strategies, (3) managing IT: steering, monitoring and controlling IT. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 72 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-211-01 Information Management Person in Charge Disterer, Georg, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture Week ECTS Credits 6 Suggestions for Independent Study - Regularly consolidating and reinforcing the lectures on the basis of the handouts - Studying literature - Preparing seminal paper (report) Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, M, P, R Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes Identify the fundamental working tasks and responsibilities within Information Management. Develop different approaches to solving problems within the domain of Information Management, and compare, assess and evaluate them. Identify and analyse the functional relationships between the organisational structure of a corporation and the usage of IT to support business objective. Solving important tasks of Information Management in a practically relevant manner; e.g. (1) adjusting IT to the organisational and business context, (2) aligning IT with business strategies, (3) managing IT: steering, monitoring and controlling IT. Content - Introduction (terms, examples, approaches) Managerial functions (IT strategy, strategic information systems, service management) Information economy Management of information systems (application system life cycle, selection of IT projects, types of application systems, integration of application systems) - Management of technical infrastructure (provisioning and operating infrastructure, supplier management) Requirements for Contact Hours Regularly and actively participating in the lectures, questioning open issues, discussing special topics. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Follow-up work after lectures, the study of the recommended literature and adequate preparation for the final examination. Bibliography - Heinrich, L.J., Stelzer, D., Informationsmanagement, München-Wien: Oldenbourg. Hofmann, J., Schmidt, W. (Hrsg.), Masterkurs IT-Management, Wiesbaden: Vieweg. Krcmar, H., Informationsmanagement, Berlin-Heidelberg: Springer. Laudon, K.C., Laudon, J.P., Schoder, D., Wirtschaftsinformatik, München: Pearson. Pietsch, T., Martiny, L., Klotz, M., Strategisches Informationsmanagement, Berlin: Erich Schmidt. Schönsleben, P., Integrales Informationsmanagement, Berlin et al.: Springer. Teubner, R.A., Organisations- und Informationssystemgestaltung - Theoretische Grundlagen und integrierte Methoden, Wiesbaden: Deutscher-Universitätsverlag. - Zarnekow, R., Brenner, W., Pilgram, U., Integriertes Informationsmanagement: Strategien und Lösungen für das Management von IT-Dienstleistungen, Berlin-Heidelberg: Springer. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 73 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-212 IT Service Management Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-212-01 Person in Charge Disterer, Georg, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program IT Service Management, Compulsory Learning Outcomes Students know the essential areas of responsibilities of an IT department and are able to plan, organise and control all activities in these areas. They know the main activities organising and steering an IT department and appropriate structures (hierarchy, process) for IT departments and Service Management; students can solve relevant problems for practical purposes. They can evaluate organisational decisions by comparing advantages and disadvantages. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 74 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-212-01 IT Service Management Person in Charge Disterer, Georg, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture Week ECTS Credits 6 Suggestions for Independent Study - Regularly consolidating and reinforcing the lectures on the basis of the handouts - Studying literature Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, M, P, R Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes Students know the essential areas of responsibilities of an IT department and are able to plan, organise and control all activities in these areas. They know the main activities organising and steering an IT department and appropriate structures (hierarchy, process) for IT departments and Service Management; students can solve relevant problems for practical purposes. They can evaluate organisational decisions by comparing advantages and disadvantages. Content - Organisational structures of IT departments (hierarchies, processes) Specialisation, coordination, communication Centralisation/decentralisation Outsourcing Service Management - customer orientation, services, processes - reference models for Service Management - Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) - ISO 20000 Requirements for Contact Hours Regularly and actively participating in the lectures, questioning open issues, discussing special topics. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Follow-up work after lectures, the study of the recommended literature and adequate preparation for the final examination. Bibliography - Mertens, P., Knolmayer, G., Organisation der Informationsverarbeitung, Gabler: Wiesbaden. - OGC Office of Government Commerce (Hrsg.), The Official Introduction to the ITIL Service Lifecycle, TSO: London. - Sommer, J., IT-Servicemanagement mit ITIL und MOF, MITP: Bonn. - Olbrich, A., ITIL kompakt und verständlich, Vieweg: Wiesbaden. - Buchsein, R., Victor, F., Günther, H., Machmeier, V., IT-Management mit ITIL V3, Vieweg: Wiesbaden. - Bon, J.v., Jong, A.d., Kolthof, A., Pieper, M., Tjassing, R., Veen, A.v.d., Verheijen, T., Foundations in IT Service Management basierend auf ITIL V3, Van Haren: Zaltbommel. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 75 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-213 Advanced Topics of Information Management Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-213-01 Person in Charge Disterer, Georg, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Advanced Topics of Information Management, Compulsory Learning Outcomes Students know advanced topics of Information Management, especially regarding. IT Controlling and IT Governance. They can adopt and apply their knowledge in a goal- and problem-oriented way and are able to broaden their knowledge and skills autonomously. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 76 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-213-01 Advanced Topics of Information Management Person in Charge Disterer, Georg, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture Week ECTS Credits 6 Suggestions for Independent Study - Regularly consolidating and reinforcing the lectures on the basis of the handouts - Studying literature Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, M, P, R Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes Students know advanced topics of Information Management, especially regarding. IT controlling and IT governance. They can adopt and apply their knowledge in a goal- and problem-oriented way and are able to broaden their knowledge and skills autonomously. Content - IT governance Compliance IT controlling (cost controlling, cost accounting, direct costing, activity-based cost) Valuation procedure of IT investments Methods and tools of IT controlling Risk management Requirements for Contact Hours Regularly and actively participating in the lectures, questioning open issues, discussing special topics. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Follow-up work after lectures, the study of the recommended literature and adequate preparation for the final examination. Bibliography - Siebertz, J., IT-Kostencontrolling - Nutzenpotenziale von Controlling-Tools, VDM: Düsseldorf. Gadatsch, A., Mayer, E., Masterkurs IT-Controlling, Vieweg: Wiesbaden. Niemann, K.D., Von der Unternehmensarchitektur zur IT-Governance, Vieweg: Wiesbaden. Johannsen, W., Goeken, M., Referenzmodelle für IT-Governance, Dpunkt: Heidelberg. Gomez, J.M., Junker, H., Odebrecht, S., IT-Controlling: Strategie, Werkzeuge, Praxis, Schmidt: Berlin. Brand, K., Boonen, H., IT Governance based on COBIT 4.1, Zaltbommel: Van Haren. Institut der Wirtschaftsprüfer (IDW), Rechnungslegung und Prüfung beim Einsatz von Informationstechnologie, Düsseldorf: IDW. - itSMF / ISACA (Hrsg.), ITIL-COBIT-Mapping - Gemeinsamkeiten und Unterschiede der IT-Standards, Düsseldorf: Symposion. - Rath, M., Sponholz, R., IT-Compliance - Erfolgreiches Management regulatorischer Anforderungen, Berlin: Schmidt. - Weill, P., Ross, J.W., IT Governance: How Top Performers Manage IT Decisions for Superior Results, Boston: Harvard Business School Press. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 77 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-219 IM Project Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-219-01 Person in Charge Disterer, Georg, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program IM Project, Compulsory Learning Outcomes Students know how to act as an active and constructive member of a project team. In a given situation, they are able to apply fundamental methods and techniques of project management. In project teams, students are able to address state-of-the-art topics of IS and solve practically relevant problems. They can bring in independency and self-motivation to working groups. They can plan, control and coordinate the work of the project team using different methods and techniques. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 78 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-219-01 IM Project Person in Charge Disterer, Georg, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Project, NaN SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Suggestions for Independent Study - Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination B, EDR, H, P, R Group Size 10 Working independent on the project Participating actively in working groups Faithful fulfilling of tasks and duties Cooperating on project management and documentation Learning Outcomes Students know how to act as an active and constructive member of a project team. In a given situation, they are able to apply fundamental methods and techniques of project management. In project teams, students are able to address state-of-the-art topics of IS and solve practically relevant problems. They can bring in independency and self-motivation to working groups. They can plan, control and coordinate the work of the project team using different methods and techniques. Content Topics of projects normally originated from regional enterprises which cooperate with the university. Frequently projects address the conception and implementation of an application system or practically relevant issues of Information Management. Necessarily a detailed analysis of the context (problems, objectives ...) results in a requirements analysis. Acceptable solutions to the given problems have to be generated and described. Implementation of the approaches has to be managed or - at the very least planned. Requirements for Contact Hours Regularly and actively participating in team meetings, questioning open issues, discussing special topics, presenting your own work results. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Active participation in group work. Bibliography None Date: 2012-11-27 Page 79 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-221 Manufacturing and Logistics Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-221-01 Person in Charge Walenda, Harry, Prof. Dr.-Ing. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Manufacturing and Logistics, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Profound knowledge in design and integration of production and logistics processes and functions. In case studies and exercises the knowledge can be tested and deepened. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 80 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-221-01 Manufacturing and Logistics Person in Charge Walenda, Harry, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Lecture preparation in self-study; wrap-up of exercises Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, K2, M Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes Profound knowledge in design and integration of production and logistics processes and functions. In case studies and exercises the knowledge can be tested and deepened. Content - Object, task and goal system of (production) logistics Supply Chain Planning matrix Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP II) Special methods like kanban, JIT and variant management Supply Chain Management methods in overview, especially Advanced Planning and Scheduling Requirements for Contact Hours Understanding the theory and applying it in the following exercise. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive preparation for written examination. Bibliography No special literature necessary; sources are mentioned in the class. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 81 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-222 IT Systems for Manufacturing and Logistics Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-222-01 Person in Charge Walenda, Harry, Prof. Dr.-Ing. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h IT Systems for Manufacturing and Logistics, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program; BIS-201 Application Programming Learning Outcomes Profound knowledge about MRP II software and SCM software. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 82 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-222-01 IT Systems for Manufacturing and Logistics Person in Charge Fleck, Raymond, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and performing follow-up coursework based on the lecture notes; working on the exercises Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program; BIS-201 Application Programming Examination EDR, H, K2, M, R Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes The students know the basic aspects of an ERP system and the technological evolution of such systems. They are capable of using programming libraries (APIs) for the external access to an ERP system and are able to apply them in applications. They can describe the designed framework and are able to do the necessary adaptions and possible extensions based on a special scope of work and implement them in an application. They are capable of testing and evaluating applications developed by other students. Content - Introduction to the usage of an ERP system, e.g., from SAP - Several functional and technological aspects - Organisational units - Case study in the field of production, logistics, SCM - Access to an ERP system through an application, e.g., access with BAPIs to an SAP system from a Java application or the usage of NetWeaver technology - Usage of programming libraries (APIs) for the corresponding variants of access - Development of an application with access to an ERP system Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance and active participation in all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive follow-up work on course content and practical exercises. Bibliography - Ullrich, Michael: SAP R/3, Der schnelle Einstieg, Addison-Wesley, - Kroes, Ken; Thakur, Anil: Java & BAPI, Technology for SAP, Prima Publishing, - Nagpal, Arvind; Pitlak, John: ALE, EDI & IDOC, Technologies for SAP, Prima Publishing. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 83 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-223 Advanced Topics of Supply Chain Management Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-223-01 Person in Charge Walenda, Harry, Prof. Dr.-Ing. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Advanced Topics of Supply Chain Management, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program; BIS-221 Manufacturing and Logistics Learning Outcomes Profound knowledge in selected methods, applications and systems in the field of Supply Chain Management and the integration of SCM into enterprises. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 84 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-223-01 Advanced Topics of Supply Chain Management Person in Charge Walenda, Harry, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Re-working the basics of SCM Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program; BIS-221 Manufacturing and Logistics Examination EDR, H, K2, R, P Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes Profound knowledge in selected methods, applications and systems in the field of Supply Chain Management and the integration of SCM into enterprises. Content Selected methods of SCM and their realisation in SCM software are analysed. Examples: - Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) - Collaboration in the field of product planning and development - Collaboration in the field of production plant planning - Interfaces between SCM, ERP and CAx systems - RFID Requirements for Contact Hours Workshop-based course with self-study cases. The students have to work on the subjects individually and in teams. Presentations have to be held and the results should be lively discussed. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Topic preparation including literature search and presentation. Bibliography Scientific papers, depending on the selected topics. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 85 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-229 SCM Project Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-229-01 Person in Charge Walenda, Harry, Prof. Dr.-Ing. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 51 h / 129 h SCM Project, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, basic knowledge about ERP systems and SCM theory Learning Outcomes Practical knowledge about the development of IT solutions in the area of production, logistics and supply chain management. The students should be able to find solutions in project-oriented teamwork. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 86 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-229-01 SCM Project Person in Charge Walenda, Harry, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Project, 3 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 51 h / 129 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Recapitulation of the basics of project management Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, basic knowledge about ERP systems and SCM theory Examination B, EDR, H, P Group Size 10 Learning Outcomes Practical knowledge about the development of IT solutions in the area of production, logistics and supply chain management. The students should be able to find solutions in project- oriented teamwork. Content Realisation of an IT system supporting business processes in production, logistics and supply chain management. Students are given a major task and help during the semester working for the solution. The project task is very often based on SCM software. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Team-oriented work during the whole semester. Bibliography Depends on project task. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 87 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-231 CRM Processes Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-231-01 Person in Charge Mack, Dagmar, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h CRM Processes, Compulsory Hours Semester 4 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes By the end of the semester, successful students are able to - define the terms ‘customer and value orientation' as well as CRM, - recall, describe and explain the implementation/transfer of these to practice, - explain and judge their practical relevance, - describe, explain and apply the CRM Process Reference Model, - recall and describe typical CRM processes, - recall and describe typical analysis methods, - derive and develop new CRM solutions for different industrial sectors and analyse their economic efficiency Date: 2012-11-27 Page 88 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-231-01 CRM Processes Person in Charge Mack, Dagmar, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparing and reviewing lessons Making your own notes during lecture/exercise Testing your own knowledge by reflecting solutions given Doing homework in groups Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, K2, R Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes By the end of the semester, successful students are able to - define the terms ‘customer and value orientation' as well as CRM, - recall, describe and explain the implementation/transfer of these to practice, - explain and judge their practical relevance, - describe, explain and apply the CRM Process Reference Model, - recall and describe typical CRM processes, - recall and describe typical analysis methods, - derive and develop new CRM solutions for different industrial sectors and analyse their economic efficiency Content - Introduction - motivation / background / 'CRM': change of meaning - Fundamental technical terms - customer / value orientation / customer relationship management / process management - Process reference model 'customer relationship management' - Causal chain - customer orientation from a management perspective - Operational CRM - Analytical CRM / customer Intelligence - Collaborative CRM - CRM controlling - Key success factors / goals of CRM - Standard procedure 'implementing a customer-focused organisation' - Value management and CRM - CRM trends - Case studies Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular course attendance and active participation Willingness to participate in discussions Willingness to report your own experiences Willingness to solve tasks spontaneously Willingness to moderate groups as well as to hold short oral presentations Requesting explanations from lecturer actively in the case of ambiguity or difficulties Open, respectful interaction within the group Date: 2012-11-27 Page 89 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Self-directed learning, practise in general and study of your own notes at home - Independent work on given tasks - Use of available student support and care services when needed Bibliography - Bruhn, M.: Kundenorientierung; München. Hinterhuber, H. / Matzler, K. (Hrsg.): Kundenorientierte Unternehmensführung; Wiesbaden. Hippner, H. / Wilde, K. et. al.: CRM Grundlagen; Berlin / Heidelberg. Mengue Nkoa, C.: Effiziente Gestaltung bankspezifischer CRM-Prozesse; Wiesbaden. Brendel, M.: CRM für den Mittelstand; Wiesbaden. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 90 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-232 CRM Systems Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-232-01 Person in Charge Mack, Dagmar, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h CRM Systems, Compulsory Hours Semester 6 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program; BIS-231 CRM Processes Learning Outcomes By the end of the semester, successful students are able to - define the terms 'information systems' and 'CRM systems', - name, describe, explain and develop functionalities of CRM systems self-directed - name, describe and explain fundamental and recent technological aspects of CRM systems, - recall, describe and explain CRM system architectures self-directed, - recall and explain different criteria to evaluate CRM system vendors, - select and apply criteria for carrying out evaluations on their own, - design main features of CRM systems in group work, - name and list CRM systems available on the German market, - recall and explain different procedure models of system installation, - select and apply procedure models on their own / in group work. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 91 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-232-01 CRM Systems Person in Charge Mack, Dagmar, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparing and reviewing lessons Making your own notes during lecture/exercise Testing your own knowledge by reflecting solutions given Doing homework in groups Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program; BIS-231 CRM Processes Examination EDR, H, K2, R Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes By the end of the semester, successful students are able to - define the terms 'information systems' and 'CRM systems', - name, describe, explain and develop functionalities of CRM systems self-directed, - name, describe and explain fundamental and recent technological aspects of CRM systems, - recall, describe and explain CRM system architectures self-directed, - recall and explain different criteria to evaluate CRM system vendors, - select and apply criteria for carrying out evaluations on their own, - design main features of CRM systems in group work, - name and list CRM systems available on the German market, - recall and explain different procedure models of system installation, - select and apply procedure models on their own / in group work. Content - Introduction: Historical aspects of CRM Basics: Information systems / CRM systems Fundamental technological aspects: Middleware, virtualisation, distributed systems Software architectures relevant to CRM: Component-based information systems / cloud Architectures of CRM systems Vendor evaluation Procedure models: Designing CRM systems / CRM system installation Market overview: CRM systems available on the German market / proprietary and open source systems Recent developments / case studies Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular course attendance and active participation Willingness to participate in discussions Willingness to report your own experiences Willingness to solve tasks spontaneously Willingness to moderate groups as well as to hold short oral presentations Requesting explanations from lecturer actively in the case of ambiguity or difficulties Open, respectful interaction within the group Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Self-directed learning, practise in general and study of your notes at home. - Independent work on given tasks Date: 2012-11-27 Page 92 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems - Use of available student support and care services when needed Bibliography - Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Technologie (BmWi): Leitfaden CRM - Customer Relationship Management. (www.bmwi.de). - Hippner, H. / Rühl, D. / Wilde, K.: CRM-Studie 2010; Wiesbaden. - Hippner, H. / Wilde, K. et. al. CRM Grundlagen; Berlin / Heidelberg. [Erster Teil]. - Stengl, B. / Sommer, R. / Ematinger, R.: CRM mit Methode; Bonn. - Zarnekow, R. / Brenner, W. / et. al.: Integriertes Informationsmanagement; Berlin / Heidelberg. - Online-Plattformen Anbieterevaluation Date: 2012-11-27 Page 93 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-233 Advanced Topics of CRM Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-233-01 Person in Charge Mack, Dagmar, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Advanced Topics of CRM, Compulsory Hours Semester 7 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program; BIS-231 CRM Processes and BIS-232 CRM Systems Learning Outcomes By the end of the semester, successful students will have reactivated learning outcomes and methods of CRM processes/systems. Furthermore, successful students are able to - describe, explain and apply deepening methods of designing CRM processes and systems, - describe, explain, transfer and apply analytical methods to case studies as well as to practical problems, - design CRM solutions / CRM analysis, - judge their relevance for typical industries. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 94 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-233-01 Advanced Topics of CRM Person in Charge Mack, Dagmar, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparing and reviewing lessons Making your own notes during lecture/exercise Testing your own knowledge by reflecting solutions given Doing homework in groups Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program; BIS-231 CRM Processes and BIS-232 CRM Systems Examination EDR, H, K2, P, R Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes By the end of the semester, successful students will have reactivated learning outcomes and methods of CRM processes/systems. Furthermore, successful students are able to - describe, explain and apply deepening methods of designing CRM processes and systems, - describe, explain, transfer and apply analytical methods to case studies as well as to practical problems, - design CRM solutions / CRM analysis, - judge their relevance for typical industries. Content This lecture focuses on recent and practical issues as well as special topics of CRM such as: - Marketing and customer intelligence / analytical CRM / data mining - Adaptive and learning CRM - Value management and CRM - Web 2.0 / Web 3.0 (social/semantic web) - Industry-specific solutions of CRM applications Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular course attendance and active participation Willingness to participate in discussions Willingness to report your own experiences Willingness to solve tasks spontaneously Willingness to moderate groups as well as to hold short oral presentations Requesting explanations from lecturer actively in the case of ambiguity or difficulties Open, respectful interaction within the group Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Self-directed learning, practise in general and study of your own notes at home - Independent work on given tasks - Use of available student support and care services when needed Bibliography - Chamoni, P- / Gluchowski, P.: Analytische Informationssysteme. Business Intelligence-Technologien und -Anwendung; Berlin / Heidelberg. - Hinterhuber, H. / Matzler, K. (Hrsg.): Kundenorientierte Unternehmensführung; Wiesbaden. - Hippner, H. / Wilde, K. et. al.: CRM Grundlagen; Berlin / Heidelberg. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 95 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems - Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Technologie (BmWi): Leitfaden CRM - Customer Relationship Management. (www.bmwi.de). - Tsiptsis, K. / Chorianopoulos, A.: Data Mining Techniques in CRM; Hoboken. Weitere Literatur semester-, themenbezogen. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 96 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-239 CRM Project Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-239-01 Person in Charge Mack, Dagmar, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h CRM Project, Compulsory Hours Semester 7 Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites BIS-133 Project Management; BIS-281 Social Competence: Advanced Topics; BIS-231 CRM Processes; BIS-232 CRM Systems Learning Outcomes By the end of the semester, successful students will have reactivated learning outcomes and methods of CRM processes / systems / project management. Furthermore, successful students are able to - apply their technological and business knowledge to a CRM project, - analyse given complex project tasks, - apply project management methodologies and deliver practical solutions. Project teamwork supports the enhancement of social competencies. Students are able to solve complex tasks in a team and use self-organisation and self-motivation. They are able to plan and manage teamwork independently and consolidate different methods of operation and different approaches. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 97 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-239-01 CRM Project Person in Charge Mack, Dagmar, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Project, 3 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 51 h / 129 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Reading of the suggested literature Refreshing of project management basics Gaining basic understanding of the client's line of business Timely completion of the assigned tasks Preparation for the final exam Recommended Prerequisites BIS-133 Project Management; BIS-281 Social Competence: Advanced Topics; BIS-231 CRM Processes; BIS-232 CRM Systems Examination B, EDR, H, P, R Group Size 10 Learning Outcomes By the end of the semester, successful students will have reactivated learning outcomes and methods of CRM processes / systems / project management. Furthermore, successful students are able to - apply their technological and business knowledge to a CRM project, - analyse given complex project tasks, - apply project management methodologies and deliver practical solutions. Project teamwork supports the enhancement of social competencies. Students are able to solve complex tasks in a team and use self-organisation and self-motivation. They are able to plan and manage teamwork independently and consolidate different methods of operation and different approaches. Content The project topics vary each semester. They focus on typical development processes of designing CRM solutions. Examples include: - Defining, analysing and designing customer-related processes - Developing and evaluating functional specifications of CRM solutions - Designing, evaluating and selecting appropriate system solutions Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular attendance of project meetings Presenting (intermediate) results Active participation throughout the duration of the project Requesting explanations from lecturer actively in the case of ambiguity or difficulties Open, respectful interaction within the group Preparation of regular status reports throughout the duration of the project Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Self-directed development of efficient solutions in teamwork - Independent work on given tasks - Use of available student support and care services when needed Bibliography - Hippner, H.; Wilde, K.: Grundlagen des CRM; Berlin / Heidelberg. - Hobbs, P.: Professionelles Projektmanagement. MVG. Weitere Literatur ist vom Projektthema abhängig. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 98 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-241 Data Warehousing Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-241-01 Person in Charge König, Stephan, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Data Warehousing, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Students know goals and basic concepts of data warehousing (DWH) (and its interfaces to OLTP, ETL processes, data modelling, DWH architectures) and can apply them to real-life problems. They understand the role of DWH in a complete BI solution and can assess how analytical requirements impact DWH design. Students can evaluate DWH products and are able to design and implement a DWH solution in a project context. Group exercises during several case studies support the enhancement of social competencies. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 99 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-241-01 Data Warehousing Person in Charge König, Stephan, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparation and follow-up based on the script Reading of the suggested literature Exercises for the case studies Preparation for the final exam Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination K2, M, R Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes Students know goals and basic concepts of data warehousing (DWH) (and its interfaces to OLTP, ETL processes, data modelling, DWH architectures) and can apply them to real-life problems. They understand the role of DWH in a complete BI solution and can assess how analytical requirements impact DWH design. Students can evaluate DWH products and are able to design and implement a DWH solution in a project context. Group exercises during several case studies support the enhancement of social competencies. Content - Introduction and motivation Multidimensional data modelling ETL (extraction, transformation, load) Metadata DWH architectures (enterprise DWH, data marts, operational data store) Overview of DWH applications (reporting, OLAP, data mining) Development of DWH systems Market overview of DWH products Operation of DWH systems Current topics and guest lecturers Case Study: development of a DWH concept starting with the source systems up to the first report with a standard DWH product Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular attendance of all classes - Active participation in lectures - Intensive collaboration during practical case study exercises (group work) - Participation in discussions of publications and webinars Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Intensive follow-up work after class - Completion of knowledge reinforcement assignments through case studies - Independent work using the supplied class materials Bibliography - Chamoni, P., Gluchowski, P.: Analytische Informationssysteme. Data Warehouse, On-Line Analytical Processing, Data Mining. Springer, Berlin. - Gluchowski, P. et al.: Management Support Systeme. Springer, Berlin. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 100 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems - Bauer, A., et al.: Data-Warehouse-Systeme. Architektur, Entwicklung, Anwendung, Dpunkt, Heidelberg. - Kimball, R., et al.: The Data Warehouse Toolkit. The complete guide to dimensional mod-elling, Wiley, New York. - Brosius, G., et al.: Business Intelligence und Reporting mit Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Microsoft Press Deutschland, Unterschleißheim. - Rainardi, V.: Building a Data Warehouse: With Examples in SQL Server, APress, Berkeley. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 101 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-242 Business Intelligence Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-242-01 Person in Charge König, Stephan, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Business Intelligence, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Students understand Business Intelligence as an integrated approach that allows (cross-departmental) decision support (especially in the context of management support) based on analytical applications and on an appropriate preparation and presentation of information. Students know relevant BI applications (reporting, dashboards, OLAP and data mining) and can apply technical knowledge (e.g. multidimensional data modelling), tools for analysis and best practices in business scenarios around Corporate Performance Management. Group exercises during several case studies support the enhancement of social competencies. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 102 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-242-01 Business Intelligence Person in Charge König, Stephan, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparation and follow-up based on the script Reading of the suggested literature Exercises for the case studies Preparation for the final exam Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination K2, M, R Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes Students understand Business Intelligence as an integrated approach that allows (cross-departmental) decision support (especially in the context of management support) based on analytical applications and on an appropriate preparation and presentation of information. Students know relevant BI applications (reporting, dashboards, OLAP and data mining) and can apply technical knowledge (e.g. multidimensional data modelling), tools for analysis and best practices in business scenarios around Corporate Performance Management. Group exercises during several case studies support the enhancement of social competencies. Content - Business intelligence: introduction and motivation Historical evolution: MIS - DSS - EIS - ESS - MSS Reporting (corporate reporting systems, report server, report designer, report administration) Dashboards Online analytical processing (ROLAP, MOLAP, star schema, OLAP frontends) Data mining Corporate performance management (CPM) BI strategy & BI competency center Methodologies and best practices for BI projects Current topics and guest lecturers Case study: implementation of solutions in the areas of reporting, dashboards, OLAP and data mining with special consideration of corporate performance management aspects Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular attendance of all classes - Active participation in lectures - Intensive collaboration during practical case study exercises (group work) - Participation in discussions of publications and webinars Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Intensive follow-up work after class - Completion of knowledge reinforcement assignments through case studies - Independent work using the supplied class materials Bibliography - Chamoni, P., Gluchowski, P.: Analytische Informationssysteme. Data Warehouse, On-Line Analytical Processing, Data Mining. Springer, Berlin. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 103 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems - Gluchowski, P. et al.: Management Support Systeme. Springer, Berlin. - Bauer, A., et al.: Data-Warehouse-Systeme. Architektur, Entwicklung, Anwendung, Dpunkt, Heidelberg. - Kimball, R., et al.: The Data Warehouse Toolkit. The complete guide to dimensional modelling, Wiley, New York. - Brosius, G., et al.: Business Intelligence und Reporting mit Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Microsoft Press Deutschland, Unterschleißheim. - Rainardi, V.: Building a Data Warehouse: With Examples in SQL Server, APress, Berkeley. - Oehlert, K.: Corporate Performance Management mit Business Intelligence Werkzeugen, Hanser, München. - Kemper, H.G., et al.: Business Intelligence - Grundlagen und praktische Anwendungen, Teubner, Wiesbaden. - Turban, E. et al.: Decision Support and Business Intelligence Systems, Pearson, Upper Saddle River. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 104 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-243 Advanced Topics of BI Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-243-01 Person in Charge König, Stephan, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Advanced Topics of BI, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Students get an overview of current and advanced topics in Business Intelligence. This strengthens their ability to introduce themselves into new developments or specific problems and apply their insights in a goal- and problem-oriented way. Group exercises during several case studies support the enhancement of social competencies. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 105 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-243-01 Advanced Topics of BI Person in Charge König, Stephan, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparation and follow-up based Reading of the suggested literature Exercises for the case studies Preparation for the final exam Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination EDR, K2, M, R Group Size 20 Learning Outcomes Students get an overview of current and advanced topics in Business Intelligence. This strengthens their ability to introduce themselves into new developments or specific problems and apply their insights in a goal- and problem-oriented way. Group exercises during several case studies support the enhancement of social competencies. Content Possible topics: - Advanced Corporate Performance Management (e.g. planning) - Specific topics in data modelling - Open-source software for BI - ETL details - Column-oriented databases - Agile BI - Real-time Data Warehousing - Data Quality Management, data governance - Analysis of unstructured data - BI & RFID in Supply Chain Management - Case study: Implementation of the theoretical concepts in a BI tool. Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular attendance of all classes - Active participation in lectures - Intensive collaboration during practical case study exercises (group work) - Participation in discussions of publications and webinars Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Intensive follow-up work after class - Completion of knowledge reinforcement assignments through case studies - Independent work using the supplied class materials Bibliography Recommended reading lists vary according to topic. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 106 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-249 BI Project Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-249-01 Person in Charge König, Stephan, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 51 h / 129 h BI Project, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Students can apply their technical and business knowledge in a project context in the field of Data Warehousing and BI. They can analyse complex tasks in Data Warehousing and BI using project management methodologies and deliver practical solutions. Project teamwork supports the enhancement of social competencies. Students are able to solve complex tasks in a team and use self-organisation and selfmotivation. They are able to plan and manage teamwork independently and consolidate different methods of operation and different approaches. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 107 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-249-01 BI Project Person in Charge König, Stephan, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Project, 3 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 51 h / 129 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Reading of the suggested literature Refreshing of project management basics Gaining basic understanding of the client's line of business Timely completion of the assigned tasks Preparation for the final exam Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination EDR, H, P, R Group Size 10 Learning Outcomes Students can apply their technical and business knowledge in a project context in the field of Data Warehousing and BI. They can analyse complex tasks in Data Warehousing and BI using project management methodologies and deliver practical solutions. Project teamwork supports the enhancement of social competencies. Students are able to solve complex tasks in a team and use self-organisation and selfmotivation. They are able to plan and manage teamwork independently and consolidate different methods of operation and different approaches. Content - Concepts and implementation of IT systems in the area of Data Warehousing and BI with special consideration of business requirements - Independent (client-oriented) handling of a project task by the students under supervision of the lecturer - Phases: Problem description; Analysis and goal definition; Concept; Implementation and development; Evaluation - Definition of an internal project organisation, project milestones and presentation of project results - Training of client employees Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular attendance of project group meetings and the completion of all tasks set - Active participation in project status meetings - Targeted and constructive contribution to assigned tasks - Support of student project managers - Professional conduct when dealing with customers and clients Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Study of the recommended literature - Refresher course on the key principles of project management - Acquisition of a basic knowledge of the project client’s industry - Completion of all project tasks undertaken - Preparation for the final examination Bibliography - Kimball, R. et al.; The Data Warehouse Lifecycle Toolkit: Tools and Techniques for Designing, Developing and Deploying Data Marts and Data Warehouses - Moss, L. et al.; Business Intelligence Roadmap: The Complete Project Lifecycle for Decision-SupportApplications Date: 2012-11-27 Page 108 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems - Hughes, R.: Agile Data Warehousing: Delivering World-Class Business Intelligence Systems Using Scrum and XP, Iuniverse.Com Date: 2012-11-27 Page 109 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-251 Current Topics in Business Information Systems Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-251-01 Person in Charge N. N. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Current Topics in Business Information Systems, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Students - will have revised the relevant learning outcomes from the first year of study, - will learn about current/further methods and approaches to information management, - will be able to explain these confidently and without prompts, - will be able to use these explanations within the context of information management, - will be able to use this knowledge to find concrete solutions to problems, - will be able to evaluate the commercial relevance of these solutions without prompting. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 110 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-251-01 Current Topics in Business Information Systems Person in Charge N. N. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Seminar, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparation and follow-up work based on lecture notes and/or your own reading/research - Follow-up work on lecture notes Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination K2, M, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes Students - will have revised the relevant learning outcomes from the first year of study, - will learn about current/further methods and approaches to information management, - will be able to explain these confidently and without prompts, - will be able to use these explanations within the context of information management, - will be able to use this knowledge to find concrete solutions to problems. Content In order to create commercial information systems, students will need to have a sound understanding of business operations, system design and implementation methodology, as well as of the range of information systems available and the latest technological advances in the field, as regards tools available for the evaluation of information systems and the control of IT resources, etc. Current topics may be drawn from any one of these different fields. Topics will be selected each semester. Examples include: process management; technologies for the development of information systems; implementation; specific IT-based solutions for different industries; innovations in information management; and innovations in the control of IT resources such as value management, ITIL etc. Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular attendance of the seminar - Active participation in the seminar tutorials - The introduction, presentation and assessment of your solutions - Contribution of your own points/theories for discussion - Respect of and openness towards the contributions of your peers - Actively asking questions when a point is unclear Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Reflective study following seminar tutorials - Relevant follow-up work based on lecture notes and open questions posed in class - Independent development of solutions - Self-motivated attendance of the mentor sessions offered Bibliography Recommended reading lists vary according to topic. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 111 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-255 Advanced Topics of Business Process Management Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-255-01 Person in Charge N. N. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Advanced Topics of Business Process Management, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, particularly BIS-132 Business Processes and ERP Systems Learning Outcomes Students - will have revised the relevant learning outcomes from the first year of study, - will therefore be able to explain the meaning of business process management, - will know and understand complex business process management methods, - will be able to explain these methods without aid, and will be able to use them with confidence, - will know and understand the role of IT as an enabler, - will be able to develop and analyse application scenarios. Students will be able to resolve comprehension problems during practical exercises by asking relevant questions, and will tackle complex problems in teams. In doing so, they will demonstrate independence and personal motivation. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 112 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-255-01 Advanced Topics of Business Process Management Person in Charge N. N. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparation and follow-up work based on lecture notes - Follow-up work on practical exercises Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, particularly BIS-132 Business Processes and ERP Systems Examination H, K2, M, P, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes Students - will have revised the relevant learning outcomes from the first year of study, - will therefore be able to explain the meaning of business process management, - will know and understand complex business process management methods, - will be able to explain these methods without aid, and will be able to use them with confidence, - will know and understand the role of IT as an enabler. Students will be able to resolve comprehension problems during practical exercises by asking relevant questions, and will tackle complex problems in teams. In doing so, they will demonstrate independence and personal motivation. Content - Procedural design concepts, objectives and problems - Modelling business processes: an overview of the most important tools for the job - The business process management cycle: strategic business process management - Business process design and implementation, and business process monitoring - IT as an enabler of new business processes - Topical issues in business process management Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular attendance of the seminar - Contribution of your own points/theories for discussion - Respect of and openness towards the contributions of your peers Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Reflective study following seminar tutorials - Relevant follow-up work based on lecture notes - Self-motivated attendance of the mentor sessions offered Bibliography - Allweyer, T.: Geschäftsprozessmanagement; Herdecke. Hammer, M. / Champy, J.: Business Reengineering; Frankfurt. Hermann J. / Schmelzer, H. / Sesselmann, W.: Geschäftsprozessmanagement in der Praxis; München. Hohberger, P.: Prozessorientierte Reorganisationsmaßnahmen; Münster. Neuendorf, H. / Deck, K.: Einführung in Geschäftsprozesse und Geschäftsprozess-Modellierung; München. - Seidlmaier, H.: Prozessmodellierung mit ARIS; Wiesbaden. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 113 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-256 Enterprise Application Systems Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-256-01 Person in Charge Walenda, Harry, Prof. Dr.-Ing. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Enterprise Application Systems, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Profound knowledge in selection, adaption and customisation of enterprise application systems, especially standard software; overview of the application area of business software. In the exercises and case studies students have to adapt and customise ERP software. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 114 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-256-01 Enterprise Application Systems Person in Charge Walenda, Harry, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Reading the documentation about the standard software used in the course Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, K2, P, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes Profound knowledge in selection, adaption and customisation of enterprise application systems, especially standard software; overview of the application area of business software. In the exercises and case studies students have to adapt and customise ERP software. Content The typical application fields for standard software are discussed: ERP, SCM, SRM, CRM, PLM. Contents are the main processes, the market from the buyer's and seller's view and the complete life cycle of standard software for business processes. Requirements for Contact Hours Join the theory with the practical exercises and case studies to generate a holistic approach to the life cycle of standard software. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Documentation self-study for the standard software and completion of the exercises and case studies as homework. Bibliography None Date: 2012-11-27 Page 115 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-257 Introduction to SAP ERP Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-257-01 Person in Charge Walenda, Harry, Prof. Dr.-Ing. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Introduction to SAP ERP, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Learn to perform business processes in SAP ERP. This is essential for internships and bachelor theses in many enterprises using SAP software. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 116 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-257-01 Introduction to SAP ERP Person in Charge Walenda, Harry, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Understanding the business processes for preparing the case studies Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination EDR, H, K2, M, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes Learn to perform business processes in SAP ERP. This is essential for internships and bachelor theses in many enterprises using SAP software. Content - SAP ERP handling and organisational units - IDES model client: master data and transaction data - Case study working on business processes: logistics / order fulfillment - controlling - human capital management - project and services management - variant configuration - SAP query Requirements for Contact Hours Keep in mind the theory and the features of the main transactions in the process presented. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Self-reflection of the interrelation between the theoretical business processes and the executed case studies as a preparation for the written examination concluding this course. Bibliography SAP library online: help.sap.com Date: 2012-11-27 Page 117 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-258 Information Systems Security Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-258-01 Person in Charge Merz, Peter, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Information Systems Security, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Student have acquired sound, in-depth knowledge of security mechanisms and procedures for business information systems. They are familiar with the technical and mathematical foundations of information systems security as well as the organisational and juridical aspects of implementing security mechanisms in enterprises. Students can identify vulnerabilities and potential threats, and assess the risks involved. Consequently, they can recommend appropriate security measures. In the exercises, students acquire the skills to act independently (familiarisation, analysis, concept and implementation) as well as in cooperation with teams. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 118 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-258-01 Information Systems Security Person in Charge Merz, Peter, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work using lecture notes, as well as by completing practical exercises Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, K2, M, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes Student have acquired sound, in-depth knowledge of security mechanisms and procedures for business information systems. They are familiar with the technical and mathematical foundations of information systems security as well as the organisational and juridical aspects of implementing security mechanisms in enterprises. Students can identify vulnerabilities and potential threats, and assess the risks involved. Consequently, they can recommend appropriate security measures. In the exercises, students acquire the skills to act independently (familiarisation, analysis, concept and implementation) as well as in cooperation with teams. Content - Computer system security basics, requirements (confidentiality, integrity, availability), threats (human errors and mistakes, malicious human activity, natural events and disasters) - National and international standards (ISO 2700x) - Administrative security measures, security management, security policies - Mechanisms: cryptographic protocols and standards, public-key infrastructure Requirements for Contact Hours - Active participation in all lectures - Solid teamwork during practical exercises Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Independent solving of tasks/assignments - Self-study of course material Bibliography - Eckert, C., IT-Sicherheit: Konzepte - Verfahren - Protokolle, Oldenbourg: München. - Pohlmann N., Blumberg H., Der IT-Sicherheitsleitfaden, mitp, Bonn. - Bundesamt für Sicherheit in der Informationstechnik BSI (Hrsg.): IT-Grundschutzhandbuch, Köln: Bundesanzeiger-Verlag. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 119 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-261 Operations Research Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-261-01 Person in Charge Fels, Friedrich, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Operations Research, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes The students are familiar with the principles of an OR-based planning. They know the fields of applications of OR-based methods in an operational context and their limitations. They are able to model specific operational problems in an OR-related manner and can solve the problems with specific algorithms. They have such a deep understanding of OR-based approaches that they are able to familiarise themselves with more difficult problems and develop methods of resolution. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 120 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-261-01 Operations Research Person in Charge Fels, Friedrich, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparation for lectures using the course notes posted online - Individual completion of all additional tasks made available - Study of the recommended reading in addition to lecture attendance - Independent completion of all tasks set Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, K2, M, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes The students are familiar with the principles of an OR-based planning. They know the fields of applications of OR-based methods in an operational context and their limitations. They are able to model specific operational problems in an OR-related manner and can solve the problems with specific algorithms. They have such a deep understanding of OR-based approaches that they are able to familiarise themselves with more difficult problems and develop methods of resolution. Content - Operations research and organisational decision-making processes Linear programming and simplex method Linear programming with special structure, e.g. transportation problem Sensitivity analysis Dynamic programming Combinatorial optimisation Branch-and-bound techniques Integer programming Network analysis, e.g. shortest path problem, maximum flow problem Network planning Introduction to game theory Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular and active participation in all seminars and group activities - Completion of group projects in class Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Continued follow-up work after lectures - Continued follow-up work based on class activities Bibliography - Domschke, W., Drexl, A.: Operations Research, Springer, Berlin et. al. Ellinger, T. et. al.: Operations Research, Springer, Berlin et. al. Hillier, F. S., Liebermann, G. J., Introduction to Operations Research, McGraw-Hill, New York et. al. Neumann, K., Morlock, M.: Operations Research, Hanser, München/Wien. Nieswandt, A.: Operations Research, Oldenbourg, München. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 121 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-262 Data Analysis Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-262-01 Person in Charge Autenrieth, Michael, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Data Analysis, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, particularly BIS-122 Mathematics 2 Learning Outcomes The students gain an insight into relevant methods of data analysis and are enabled to differentiate between different approaches and to choose appropriate solutions in business practice. They learn to understand and challenge the standard output of typical software packages. By knowing many examples the students are able to recognise situations where modern analytical approaches can be applied. They understand the difference between those complex approaches and more simple descriptive techniques. The exercises offer a great opportunity to work in teams and to learn to address oneself to such sort of problems by applying special software packages. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 122 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-262-01 Data Analysis Person in Charge Autenrieth, Michael, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study forming learning groups; tracking algorithms using simplified examples Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, particularly BIS-122 Mathematics 2 Examination H, K2, M, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes The students gain an insight into relevant methods of data analysis and are enabled to differentiate between different approaches and to choose appropriate solutions in business practice. They learn to understand and challenge the standard output of typical software packages. By knowing many examples the students are able to recognise situations where modern analytical approaches can be applied. They understand the difference between those complex approaches and more simple descriptive techniques. The exercises offer a great opportunity to work in teams and to learn to address oneself to such sort of problems by applying special software packages. Content The topics vary and depend on the choice of the main focus of the course. Besides classical statistical methods (multivariate statistics, time series analysis, data mining), more modern themes like conceptual data analysis, artificial intelligence and machine learning are also possible. Possible agendas for main foci: Multivariate statistica: multiple regression, analysis of variance, discriminant analysis, contingency analysis, factor analysis Data mining: dependence analysis, association analysis, classification, cluster analysis Conceptual data analysis: ordered sets and lattices, graphical representation of concept lattices, algorithms in concept analysis, multidimensional contexts and scales Time series analysis: traditional decomposing and seasonally adjusting, time series analysis of market data, modelling, forecasting Requirements for Contact Hours Detailed reproduction of methods and algorithms introduced in lectures. Independent application of the methods introduced in tasks set in class (some of which will take place in the data-processing lab using the relevant specialist software). Requirements for Independent Study Hours Preparation and follow-up work drawing on both lecture notes and the recommended literature. The successful completion of practical assignments. For the final assessment, which will consist of an oral presentation and an essay: independent research and development of the given topic areas. Bibliography - Backhaus, K., et. Al.: Multivariate Analysemethoden, Springer, Berlin et al. Eckey, H.-F. et. al.: Multivariate Statistik, Gabler, Wiesbaden Han, J., Kamber, M.: Data Mining Concepts and Techniques, Morgan Kaufmann, Amsterdam et. al. Stumme, G., Wille, R. (Hrsg.): Begriffliche Wissensverarbeitung, Springer, Berlin et al. Witten, I.H., Eibe, F.: Data Mining Practical Machine Learning Tools and Techniques, Elesevier, Amsterdam et. al. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 123 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-263 Mathematics of Finance and Insurance Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-263-01 Person in Charge Stephan, Jörg, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Mathematics of Finance and Insurance, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes The students know the calculation principles for standard insurance products and the basic pricing models for financial derivatives. They can apply the fundamental methods for pricing standard products. With help from the lecturer, they can price new products. In exercises, students acquire the skills to act independently as well as working in teams on more complex problems. In doing this, they show self-initative and selfmotivation. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 124 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-263-01 Mathematics of Finance and Insurance Person in Charge Stephan, Jörg, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study studying course material and literature Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, K2, M, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes The students know the calculation principles for standard insurance products and the basic pricing models for financial derivatives. They can apply the fundamental methods for pricing standard products. With help from the lecturer, they can price new products. In exercises, students acquire the skills to act independently as well as working in teams on more complex problems. In doing this, they show self-initative and selfmotivation. Content Theory and exercises on the following topics: - Insurance products - Calculation of premiums in life and health insurance - Non-life insurance mathematics - Financial derivatives - Modelling stock prices - Pricing models for derivatives Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular and active participation in lectures and practical exercises - Contribution to tasks set in class either individually or in groups - Asking questions to clear up comprehension issues Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Regularly consolidating and reinforcing the lectures on the basis of the handouts - Regularly consolidating and reinforcing the exercises - Studying the course material Bibliography - Adelmeyer, M., Warmuth, E.: Finanzmathematik für Einsteiger. Vieweg, Wiesbaden. Pfeiffer, A.: Praktische Finanzmathematik. Harri Deutsch, Frankfurt. Heidorn, T.: Finanzmathematik in der Bankpraxis. Gabler, Wiesbaden. Isenbart, F., Münzner, H.: Lebensversicherungsmathematik für Praxis und Studium. Gabler Verlag, Wiesbaden. - Hull, J.: Optionen, Futures und andere Derivate. Pearson Studium, München. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 125 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-265 Software Architectures Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-265-01 Person in Charge Hausotter, Andreas, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Software Architectures, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes This course aims to develop knowledge about the architecture of business application systems, the underlying system components and the fundamental concepts. Students are able to apply this knowledge to simple examples from practice. They get to know selected architectural styles and can assess their importance for business application systems. In the exercises students actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they show independence and self-motivation. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 126 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-265-01 Software Architectures Person in Charge Hausotter, Andreas, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparing and reviewing the content of the lectures using the electronic teaching materials provided - Unaffiliated resolving of the provided assignments and lab exercises - Simultaneous reading of recommended textbooks Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, K2, M, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes This course aims to develop knowledge about the architecture of business application systems, the underlying system components and the fundamental concepts. Students are able to apply this knowledge to simple examples from practice. They get to know selected architectural styles and can assess their importance for business application systems. In the exercises students actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they show independence and self-motivation. Content - Conception: architectures, patterns, architectural styles - Designing software architectures - Layered architectures, service-oriented architectures (SOA), component-based architectures ... - Concepts: transactions, security, ... - Middleware: workflow management system (WfMS), TP monitor, DBMS, message-oriented middleware (MOM) Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance of and active participation in all classes, including asking questions when the subject matter is unclear. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive study of all of the course materials provided, as well as thorough completion of all practical exercises. Bibliography - Reussner, R., Hasselbring, W., Reussner, R., Hasselbring, W. (Hrsg.), Handbuch der SoftwareArchitektur, dpunkt-Verlag: Heidelberg. - Krafzig, D.; Banke, K., Slama, D., Enterprise SOA: Service-Oriented Architecture Best Practices, PrenticeHall: Upper Saddle River. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 127 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-266 XML Databases Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-266-01 Person in Charge Hausotter, Andreas, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h XML Databases, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, particularly BIS-143 Database Systems Learning Outcomes This course aims to develop knowledge about XML databases and the underlying concepts and technologies. Students are able to apply this knowledge to simple examples from practice. They can assess the importance of XML databases for business application systems. In the exercises students actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they show independence and self-motivation. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 128 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-266-01 XML Databases Person in Charge Hausotter, Andreas, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study - Preparing and reviewing the content of the lectures using the electronic teaching materials provided - Unaffiliated resolving of the provided assignments and lab exercises - Simultaneous reading of recommended textbooks Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, particularly BIS-143 Database Systems Examination H, K2, M, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes This course aims to develop knowledge about XML databases and the underlying concepts and technologies. Students are able to apply this knowledge to simple examples from practice. They can assess the importance of XML databases for business application systems. In the exercises students actively resolve comprehension problems by enquiring, and in teams they cope with complex questions. In doing so, they show independence and self-motivation. Content - XML fundamentals, XML namespaces, XML schema - Architecture of XML applications - How to persist XML documents - Querying XML: XQuery and XPath - XML and (object-) relational databases - XML databases Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance of and active participation in all classes, including asking questions when the subject matter is unclear. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Intensive study of all of the course materials provided, as well as thorough completion of all practical exercises. Bibliography - Daum, B., M. U., System Architecture with XML, Morgan Kaufmann Publishers: Amsterdam et al. - Klettke, M., Meyer, H., XML und Datenbanken - Konzepte, Sprachen und Systeme, dpunkt-Verlag: Heidelberg. - Schöning, H., XML und Datenbanken, Carl Hanser Verlag: München, Wien. - Turowski, K., F. K., XML in der betrieblichen Praxis. Standards, Möglichkeiten, Praxisbeispiele, dpunktVerlag: Heidelberg. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 129 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-267 Software Quality Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-267-01 Person in Charge Lohmann, Friedrich, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Software Quality, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, BIS-201 Application Programming, BIS-202 Software Engineering Learning Outcomes The students can name and explain essential concepts of software quality and its measurement. The students can name and explain essential concepts of software testing. They can name and explain the various testing levels in the context of the software life cycle. They can name and explain essential aspects of test-driven development. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 130 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-267-01 Software Quality Person in Charge Lohmann, Friedrich, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Seminar, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Dealing more extensively with the course contents by means of teaching materials and additional literature; possible preparing of paper presentation Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program, BIS-201 Application Programming, BIS-202 Software Engineering Examination H, K2, M, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes The students can name and explain essential concepts of software quality and its measurement. The students can name and explain essential concepts of software testing. They can name and explain the various testing levels in the context of the software life cycle. They can name and explain essential aspects of test-driven development. Content - Basic concepts of software quality Quality factors and software metrics Basics of software testing Testing in the software life cycle Static and dynamic testing Test management Test tools Test-driven development Requirements for Contact Hours - Continuous attendance of the course - Active participation in the seminar - Possible paper presentation Requirements for Independent Study Hours - In-depth study of the course contents - Possibly independent preparing of a paper presentation Bibliography - Hoffmann, D. W.: Software-Qualität. Springer, Berlin/Heidelberg. - Liggesmeyer, P.: Software-Qualität. Testen, Analysieren und Verifizieren von Software. Spektrum Akademischer Verlag, Heidelberg/Berlin. - Schneider, S.: Abenteuer Softwarequalität. Grundlagen und Verfahren für Qualitätssicherung und Qualitätsmanagement. dpunkt, Heidelberg. - Spillner, A.; Linz, T.: Basiswissen Softwaretest. Aus- und Weiterbildung zum Certified Tester. dpunkt, Heidelberg. - Westphal, F.: Testgetriebene Entwicklung mit JUnit & FIT. Wie Software änderbar bleibt. dpunkt, Heidelberg. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 131 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-271 Knowledge Management Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-271-01 Person in Charge Disterer, Georg, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Knowledge Management, Compulsory Learning Outcomes Students know Knowledge Management as an important and practically relevant area of MIS and are acquainted to the use and application of KM approaches. They know the fundamentals and principles of Knowledge Management, they are able to use KM methods and tools, and they understand the possibilities and limitations of KM systems. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 132 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-271-01 Knowledge Management Person in Charge Disterer, Georg, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture Week ECTS Credits 6 Suggestions for Independent Study - regularly consolidating and reinforcing the lectures on the basis of the handouts - studying literature Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, M, P, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes Students know Knowledge Management as an important and practically relevant area of MIS and are acquainted to the use and application of KM approaches. They know the fundamentals and principles of Knowledge Management, they are able to use KM methods and tools, and they understand the possibilities and limitations of KM systems. Content - Introduction, terms Several types of knowledge Principles of Knowledge Management KM methods and techniques Social issues of Knowledge Management IT systems to support Knowledge Management Requirements for Contact Hours Regular course attendance and active participation. Requirements for Independent Study Hours Follow-up work after lectures, the study of the recommended literature and adequate preparation for the final examination. Bibliography - Hopfenbeck, W., Müller, M., Peisl, T.: Wissensbasiertes Management - Ansätze und Strategien zur Unternehmensführung in der Internet-Ökonomie, Moderne Industrie, Landsberg/Lech. - Lehner, F.: Organisational Memory - Konzepte und Systeme für das organisatorische Lernen und das Wissensmanagement, Hanser, München/Wien. - Lehner, F., Wissensmanagement - Grundlagen, Methoden und technische Unterstützung, Hanser: München-Wien. - Maier, R.: Knowledge Management Systems, Springer, Berlin/Heidelberg/New York. - Oelsnitz, D.v.d., Hahmann, M.: Wissensmanagement - Strategie und Lernen in wissensbasierten Unternehmen, Kohlhammer, Stuttgart. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 133 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-273 IT Entrepreneurship Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-273-01 Person in Charge Clasen, Michael, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h IT Entrepreneurship, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes The students will know the success and failure factors of enterprise formation and the special aspects in the IT sector. They train the single steps of an enterprise formation by generating and evaluating their own business ideas and drawing on their own real business plans. Every student can evaluate his/her own suitability to become an entrepreneur. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 134 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-273-01 IT Entrepreneurship Person in Charge Clasen, Michael, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture with exercise, 4 SWS Week ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation of suggested literature; implementation of lessons learned by drawing up a personal business plan Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, K2, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes The students will know the success and failure factors of enterprise formation and the special aspects in the IT sector. They train the single steps of an enterprise formation by generating and evaluating their own business ideas and drawing on their own real business plans. Every student can evaluate his/her own suitability to become an entrepreneur. Content - Characteristics and basic conditions of the IT sector Trends and development of the market Different phases of managing an enterprise formation Generating and evaluating business ideas Market and competitor analysis Protection of business ideas Drawing up a business and finance plan Content of a business plan: marketing, sales, service, organisation, legal form, financing First operating steps Requirements for Contact Hours - Regular participation in class and discussions necessary - Elaborating and drawing up of a personal business plan in groups Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Studying further literature - Collecting of data for the personal business idea Bibliography - Heucher, M., Ilar, D., Kubr, T. und Marchesi, H.: Planen, gründen, wachsen - Mit dem professionellen Businessplan zum Erfolg, McKinsey & Company, Inc., Zürich. - Küsell, F.: Praxishandbuch Unternehmensgründung. Gabler, Wiesbaden. - Hirth, G.; Przywara, R.: Planungshilfe für technologieorientierte Unternehmensgründungen. Springer, Berlin. - Hungenberg, H.; Wulf, T.: Grundlagen der Unternehmensführung. Springer, Berlin. - Arnold, J.: Der Existenzgründerzyklus. Uvis, Ulm. - Bieger, T., Bickhoff, N., Caspers, R., Knyphausen-Aufseß, D.z.: Zukünftige Geschäftsmodelle - Konzepte und Anwendungen in der Netzökonomie. Springer, Berlin. - Huberman, B.A., The Laws of the Web - Patterns in the Ecology of Information. Cambridge, Mass Date: 2012-11-27 Page 135 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-281 Social Competence: Advanced Topics Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-281-01 BIS-281-02 Person in Charge Kairies, Klaus, Prof. Dr. ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 102 h / 78 h Negotiation and Moderation Techniques, Compulsory Personality and Leadership, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Learning Outcomes Students will have the social skills to sensibly handle conflicts of interest and disputes in the workplace. They will be aware of different explanatory approaches in the area of social competencies, will be able to reflect on their own behavioural repertoire and develop this systematically and independently. They will be able to develop hands-on but academically-founded concepts and translate these into concrete actions. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 136 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-281-01 Negotiation and Moderation Techniques Person in Charge Wesely, Sabine Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Seminar, 3 SWS Week ECTS Credits 3 Contact Hours / Independent Study 51 h / 39 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work using course notes; study of recommended literature Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, K1, M, P, R Group Size 12 Learning Outcomes Students will understand the importance of successful negotiation and moderation for the entire commercial process. They will be able to use objective yet convincing arguments and negotiation principles to achieve a positive negotiation outcome. They will be able to analyse negotiation strategies and psychological processes. Students will be able to plan discussions and workshops and chair these purposefully and effectively. Content - Negotiation techniques - Moderation techniques - Discussion techniques - The negotiation process - Negotiation styles - Negotiation strategies and tactics - Conflict communication Requirements for Contact Hours Active participation in all classes and exercises with reference to your own experiences. Requirements for Independent Study Hours The independent completion of assignments and intensive follow-up work after each class. Bibliography - Fisher, R./Ury, W.L.: Das Harvard-Konzept. Der Klassiker der Verhandlungstechnik, Campus, Frankfurt/ Main. - Klebert, K./Schrader, E./Straub, W.G.: Moderationsmethode. Das Standardwerk, Windmühle, Hamburg. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 137 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-281-02 Personality and Leadership Person in Charge Litzcke, Sven, Prof. Dr. Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Seminar, 3 SWS Week ECTS Credits 3 Contact Hours / Independent Study 51 h / 39 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work using course notes; study of recommended literature Recommended Prerequisites First phase of study program Examination H, K1, M, P, R Group Size 12 Learning Outcomes Students will recognise the relevance of ‘personality and leadership’ to their professional and personal development, as well as to the development of companies. Students will learn to differentiate between various subject-specific explanatory approaches and will be able to apply these to their work. They will also be able to systematically build upon and extend their behavioural repertoire as demanded by the situation at hand. Students will be able to develop hands-on, academically-founded concepts in the area of ‘personality and leadership’ and will be able to apply these to their work. Content The following elective classes are available to choose from for the module ‘Personality and leadership’: - Business ethics - Work and organisational psychology - Personality/leadership - Effective teamwork - Synergy as a vital principle in both everyday life and management - Coaching and self-coaching using neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) - Self-management - Destructive behaviour in organisations - Sales negotiations - Gender research projects and practical exercises Requirements for Contact Hours Regular and active participation in all classes, and the posing of questions to clear up any comprehension problems that may have arisen. Requirements for Independent Study Hours The intensive study of the latest specialist literature, reflection on your own experiences. Bibliography - Kairies, K./Schrott, E.: Relevanz der Entwicklung von Spiritualität für die Realisierung von CSR, Arbeitspapier der Abteilung Wirtschaft der FH Hannover. - Krell, G. (Hg.): Chancengleichheit durch Personalpolitik. Gleichstellung von Frauen und Männern in Unternehmen und Verwaltungen, Gabler, Wiesbaden. - Mohl, A.: Der Zauberlehrling: Das NLP Lern- und Übungsbuch. Junfermann, Paderborn. - Nefiodow, L.A.: Der sechste Kondratieff, Rhein-Sieg-Verlag, Sankt Augustin. - Nerdinger, F.W. Unternehmensschädigendes Verhalten erkennen und verhindern. Göttingen: Hogrefe. - Nerdinger, F., Blickle, G. & Schaper, N. Arbeits- und Organisationspsychologie. Heidelberg: Springer - Weis, H.: Verkaufsgesprächsführung, Kiehl-Verlag, Ludwigshafen. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 138 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Module BIS-285 Business English 2 (B2) Level of Module Advanced module Type of Module Optional module Submodules BIS-285-01 BIS-285-02 Person in Charge Witte, Mareen ECTS Credits 6 Contact Hours / Independent Study 68 h / 112 h Business English 2-part 1, Compulsory Business English 2-part 2, Compulsory Hours Duration of Module 1 semester Prerequisites None Recommended Prerequisites Appropriate level of English (please see the relevant course descriptors at the Central Office for Foreign Languages: www.fh-hannover.de/zff) Learning Outcomes Expansion and consolidation of prior knowledge of business English in two synoptic courses starting from English level 6 at the Central Office for Foreign Languages. Students will be able to express themselves on a variety of complex economic and commercial topics, and present and defend their points of view in group discussions. They will be able to read and understand economic and commercial texts, and summarise and reproduce detailed information. They will be able to understand the contributions of native speakers. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 139 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-285-01 Business English 2-part 1 Person in Charge Witte, Mareen Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 3 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 56 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work, as well as by completing practical exercises Recommended Prerequisites None Examination H, K1, M, P, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes Students will be able to express themselves on a variety of complex economic and commercial topics, and present and defend their points of view in group discussions. They will be able to read and understand economic and commercial texts, and summarise and reproduce detailed information. They will be able to understand the contributions of native speakers. Content - The expansion and consolidation of students existing vocabulary in the fields of business and economics - Consolidation of and addition to known grammatical structures - The study of texts and articles on topics from the fields of business, economics and politics - Training for listening comprehension - Case studies Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance of and active participation in all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Regular preparation for and follow-up on lectures - Completion of all tasks set Bibliography Please see the relevant course descriptors at the Central Office for Foreign Languages: www.fhhannover.de/zff. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 140 of 141 Faculty IV Business Information Systems Bachelor Business Information Systems Submodule BIS-285-02 Business English 2-part 2 Person in Charge Witte, Mareen Language of Instruction German Curriculum Allocation BIS Course Type, Contact Hours per Lecture, 2 SWS Week ECTS Credits 3 Contact Hours / Independent Study 34 h / 56 h Hours Suggestions for Independent Study Preparation and follow-up work, as well as by completing practical exercises Recommended Prerequisites None Examination H, K1, M, P, R Group Size 30 Learning Outcomes Students will be able to express themselves on a variety of complex economic and commercial topics, and present and defend their points of view in group discussions. They will be able to read and understand economic and commercial texts, and summarise and reproduce detailed information. They will be able to understand the contributions of native speakers. Content - The expansion and consolidation of students existing vocabulary in the fields of business and economics - Consolidation of and addition to known grammatical structures - The study of texts and articles on topics from the fields of business, economics and politics - Training for listening comprehension - Case studies Requirements for Contact Hours Regular attendance of and active participation in all classes. Requirements for Independent Study Hours - Regular preparation for and follow-up on lectures - Completion of all tasks set Bibliography Please see the relevant course descriptors at the Central Office for Foreign Languages: www.fhhannover.de/zff. Date: 2012-11-27 Page 141 of 141
