Introduction to
Information Systems
and Technology
MIS 213, Spring 2015
CIS 2005, CIS 1007
Class Location
Tuesdays – Lab
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CI2005
Thursdays – Lecture/Classroom
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CI1007
What is this course about?
Information systems are computer-based
systems that provide information where and
when needed in the format that is most
appropriate to support business objectives
More specifically, our focus is on:
• Use of Information systems (IS) in organizations
• Information technologies that are used to
implement IS
Learning Objectives
 Apply information systems solutions to business
problems in marketing, finance, accounting,
operations, and strategy.
 Understand the role of IS in increasing personal
and business productivity.
 Identify how information systems can assist a firm
in increasing its competitive advantage.
 Understand IS and concepts which include
hardware, software, storage, and
telecommunications systems.
More Learning Objectives
 Understand the role of IS in capturing and
distributing organization knowledge and
intelligence and in enhancing management
decision making.
 Obtain skills in spreadsheet, database, web-
based applications
 Identify ethical, moral and legal issues related
to the storage and dissemination of
information and the use of information
systems.
Why is this a required course?
• This course reflects the essential and growing
role of IS and IT in the future career of
all business school graduates
• Why?
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IS have become an intricate part for almost
every function in a modern organization
IS create opportunities for competitive
advantage (Wal-Mart vs. K-mart)
Need for a systemic view of the
organization and the role played by IT
Additional arguments for
a solid IS/IT-education
• IT as the majority component of capital
investments in modern organizations
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Positive impact of IT on productivity
• Technological progress continuously opens new
opportunities and challenges!
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Strong demand for IS/IT-related skills and
specializations; good pay
• The core of IS concepts and principles is best
delivered in an integrated and comprehensive
course
Syllabus Overview
• Textbook, materials and handouts
• Entropy
• Student deliverables
• Grading policy
• Disability
• Academic honesty
• Schedule (tentative)
Textbook, material & handouts
• Textbook
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Introduction to Information Systems,
Fourth Edition (Rainer& Cegielski)
Hands-on Tutorial and Cases (MIS.213
CP#2276)
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USB Drive suggested
• Workspace and Help
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Software – Access and Excel
Website
Course Information and Deliverables
Entropy contains course information
 https://csbapp.uncw.edu/Entropy/default.aspx
 Lecture Slides and Materials
• Lecture Materials
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Exams (2)
• Lab Materials
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Quizzes (3)
Projects (7)
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Verify Uploads!!!
Course Information and Deliverables
Once a grade for any project, quiz or assessment
has been posted in Entropy, you will have up to
a week to contest that grade. After a week, the
assignment will not be reviewed and the grade
will not be changed.
DON’T WAIT UNTIL THE
END OF THE SEMESTER
Access and Excel Projects
 There will be 7 projects throughout the semester
 3 Access Projects (before midterm)
 4 Excel Projects (after midterm)
 All of the following are considered cheating:
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COPYING OF OTHERS’ FILES
JOINTLY WORKING ON THE SAME BASE FILES (meaning two
or more students work on the same assignment on the same
machine at the same time)
PROVIDING YOUR FILES TO OTHER STUDENTS
Handing in the work of others
I can tell when you turn in other
classmate’s files
My Expectations
 Make a serious effort to succeed in my class.
Come to class on time and stay until class is
over.
 Turn off cell-phones while in class
 Use lab-computers only for class-related
activities
 Submit assignments on time
 Ask questions, voice concerns, provide
feedback via email, phone, or during office
hours
In return, I pledge to
• Provide a well-organized course
• Clearly explain course objectives and concepts
• Provide materials to help students understand
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course concepts
Answer student questions
Be concerned with student learning
Provide students with feedback
Provide assistance outside of class
Provide clear grading policies
Uniformly apply course policies
Who I am
Dr. Cummings
 Assistant Professor at UNCW
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Ph.D. in IS (Indiana University)
MBA in IS (Texas Tech University)
Industry experience in networking, programming, project
management.
What I do
Teaching interests:
• Intro to IS/IT
• Systems Analysis and Design
• IT Project Management
• Networking
Research Interests:
• Social media impact on organizations
• Technology adoption
• Healthcare IT
Class Today
 Sign up for Entropy
(https://csbapp.uncw.edu/entropy/)
 Complete Class Survey
To do next (for next class)
 If you have not done so, get the casebook
 Read Chapter 1 for Thursday
 Read the syllabus and complete the Entropy
Registration Quiz
 Ask questions
Useful information
Instructor: Dr. Jeffrey Cummings
Office: CIS 2051
Office Hours:
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T, TH, TH 9:00 – 11:00, 2:00 – 4:00
W 9:00 – 11:00
by appointment
Phone: 910-962-3032
Email: cummingsj@uncw.edu
Entropy: http://bit.ly/2entropy
 Class Times:
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Section 007 – TTH 11:00 -12:15
Section 008 – TTH 12:30 - 1:45