Colleen Walsh
CCHE640 – Syllabus Assignment
Apache Community College
1026 Washington Ave. Apache Junction, AZ 85117
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Syllabus
Department of Business Administration
BBA200 - Management Information Systems
Fall Semester (2016)
Date: September 6th to December 21st
General Information:
Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: Colleen Walsh
Office Phone and Fax: (480) 775-1234; fax (480) 775-1000
Office address: Business Building Room 320
Office hours:
Available by phone Monday – Friday, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm.
In person Wednesdays, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Email: colleenwalsh@apachecommunitycollege.edu
Class Meeting (Days and Time): Wednesday 7:15 pm – 8:45 pm Hybrid Instruction Mode
Class Meeting Location: Business Building Room 145
Course Description: This course presents information systems used by organizations and work
groups with an emphasis on system development, management and effective use.
Prerequisite and/or Co-Requisites: COM100
Instructional Method: This class will be split into two forum, the classroom and online. This is
what is known as a hybrid course. In order to meet the required three hours a week the lecture
will be conducted in the classroom. Course work will be completed online and evaluated through
the use of daily question assignments that will total in work for the remaining hour and a half
required. Students will post their assignments on Blackboard.
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Basis/Rationale for this Course: This course presents information systems used by
organizations and work groups with an emphasis on system development, management, and
effective use. The course objectives will be addressed through quality modules of teaching,
learning and leadership. The outcomes for participants will be an increased sense of confidence
and competence in the area of Management Information Systems through a business perspective.
The instructor will play the role of the facilitator of learning and will provide essential
knowledge, organization, focus and evaluation for all class learning events. Professional
discourse and discussion are the foundations for class activities. Management Information
Systems on the Internet, action research, posting and discussion and innovative learning
experiences are all part of the structure and approach to this course.
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
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Understanding the business situation to determine the information system needs
Describe the process for developing and managing an information system,
Understand the role of IT service management frameworks
Understand existing and emerging information technologies, the functions of IS and
its impact on the organizational operations.
Recognize the competitive and strategic significance of an information system to a
work group and an organization for a given case or actual business situation.
Course Overview & Schedule:
Week
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Date
9/7
9/14
9/21
9/28
10/5
10/12
10/19
10/26
11/2
11/9
11/16
11/23
11/30
12/7
12/14
12/21
Class
Topic
Participation
Chapter 1: Business Information Systems in Your Career
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Chapter 2: Global e-Business & Collaboration
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Chapter 3: Competitive Advantage
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Chapter 4: Ethical and Social Issues
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Chapter 5: Infrastructure: Hardware & Software
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Chapter 6: Foundations of Business Intelligence: DB & IM
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Mid-tem Quiz Chapter 1 -6
Chapter 7: Telecommunications, Internet & Wireless Technology
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Chapter 8: Security
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Chapter 9: Enterprise Applications
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Chapter 10: E-commerce - Digital Markets, Digital Goods
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Chapter 11: Decision Making & Managing Knowledge
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Chapter 12: Building Information Systems & Managing Projects
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Mid-tem Quiz Chapter 7 - 12
Team Presentations
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Final Exam
Total Points: 100
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Online
Discussions
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Quiz &
Test
Team
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Course Structure/Approach: BBA200 is based on the philosophy that the learning experience
of the students is enriched by effectively applying various business principles and tools to
different organizational settings to encourage and promote critical thinking.
Course goals and objectives may be accomplished through;
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Reading assigned course material (i.e. textbook)
Listening to mini-lecture podcasts which directs the students to the importance of
the content and terminology, and provides highlights of key concepts in the
textbook.
Completing online discussions which reinforce course material
Complete all individual and team assignments on time
Readings and Materials:
Laudon, K. & Laudon, J. (2014). Essentials of management information systems (10th ed.).
Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.
Attendance/Class Participation Requirements: Participation is a significant part of your grade
during each week. You will participate in In Class Participation and Online Discussions.
In Class Participation
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Participation point (1 point per week) will be earned to students who actively
participate in class by interacting with their instructor and classmates with course
relevant discussion, thoughtful questions, references to relevant current events,
and/or their own experiential content as they relate to the course material or
discussion.
Campus Closure Note: In the event class cannot be held due to campus closure,
In-Class Participation will convert to Online Participation. This means that double
the online participation that week will earn double the available participation
grade.
Online Discussions
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Participation is due by midnight each Sunday following class.
Participation point will be earned to students who answer 2 questions in the
Blackboard and post 1 additional post. Total 1 point for the week.
The additional post must be substantive responses to the posts of other students.
o Posts are recommended to expand the conversation, add experiential
elements, and ask open-ended content driven questions.
Post requirements:
o Must be minimum 75 words in length
o Proofread for errors (fewer than three grammatical or spelling errors)
o Must have APA style citation with the corresponding reference.
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Course Management and Classroom Behavior: Faculty and students will be held responsible
for understanding and adhering to all Apache Community College policies. In addition, students
are expected to understand and adhere to the following policies within this course:
Attendance
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Attending the complete time in the class is required to obtain full points for class
participation.
Leaving early will result in a loss of participation points.
Failure to attend one class will result in loss of participation points for that class as well
as penalties for late/missing assignments, missed quizzes, or any other activities impacted
by the absence.
A second absence will result in automatic withdrawal from the course.
Late Arrivals
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Classes will promptly begin at 7:15 pm.
Arriving late will result in a loss of .5 participation points for that class.
Class Management
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Membership in the academic community places a special obligation on all members
to preserve an atmosphere conducive to a safe and positive learning environment. Part
of that obligation implies the responsibility of each member of the ACC community
to maintain an environment in which the behavior of any individual is not disruptive.
The responsibility of each student to behave in a manner that does not interrupt nor
disrupt the delivery of education by faculty members or receipt of education by
students, within and/or outside the classroom. The determination of whether such
interruption and/or disruption has occurred must be made by the faculty member at
the time the behavior occurs.
It becomes the responsibility of the individual faculty member to maintain and
enforce the standards of behavior acceptable to preserving an atmosphere for teaching
and learning in accordance with University regulations and the course syllabus.
At a minimum, a student will be warned if his/her behavior is considered by the
faculty member to be disruptive. Serious disruptions, as determined by the faculty
member, may result in immediate removal of the student from the instructional
environment. Significant and/or continued violations of this policy may result in an
administrative withdrawal of the student from the class.
Additional responses by the faculty member to disruptive behavior may include a
range of actions from discussing the disruptive behavior with the student to referral to
the appropriate academic unit and/or the Office of Student Life for administrative
review, in an effort to implement corrective action up to and including suspension or
expulsion.
Cell phone usage will be restricted to break periods, and should remain silent or off
during class periods, so they do not distract from learning.
Laptop, tablet, or smartphone usage will be allowed provided they are used to
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complete learning objectives. Accessing non-academic or social networking pages
during class will cause you to forfeit your participation points for that week.
Syllabus Changes
 This syllabus is subject to change at the discretion of the instructor. All changes to
syllabus will be announced in the classroom.
Evaluation Methods
Late Assignments
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Unless otherwise indicated or accommodated in writing with your instructor (such as
with an ADA accommodation), all assignments are due on the due date noted in this
syllabus.
Late assignments are accepted for this course and will not receive full credit.
Assignments are late if they are not submitted on or before the due date stated the Course
Schedule. Given that timeliness is requisite in defining excellence for workplace projects,
a penalty will be assessed for late work: 10% per day late. Unless provided for in an
official written agreement, assignments will not be accepted after the last day of class.
Note that technology issues/problems are not acceptable reasons for late work.
The Life Happens Clause
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In the case of emergency life events, please notify your instructor at least one (1) day
prior to an assignment deadline. On a case-by-case basis, your instructor may offer you a
one-week (1) extension of the assignment deadline, but with a 20% deduction.
Confirmation of this accommodation must be in writing to be binding. Again, note that
technology issues/problems are not acceptable reasons for late work.
In the case of a missed quiz or participation due to a missed class, when your instructor is
notified prior to class, on a case-by-case basis, and/or to conform with University policy
(such as with a Title IX accommodation), students may be assigned a reasonable alternate
assignment. Such assignments will be completed and submitted prior to a deadline
specified by the instructor.
Extra Credit
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Extra Credit is not accepted
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Assignment Details
Mid-Term Quiz 10 pts. each
A 90-minute open-book quiz consisting of multiple choice questions. It will cover
topics from the chapters and class discussions from the previous six weeks.
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Mid-term Quiz Chapter 1 – 6 (Oct 19, 2016)
Mid-term Quiz Chapter 7 – 12 (Dec 7, 2016)
Final Exam 20 pts.
A 90-minute closed-book exam consisting of multiple choice questions. It will
cover topics from the chapters and class discussions from the entire course.
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Final Exam Chapters 1 – 12 (Dec 21, 2016)
Team Agreement 4 pts. (Due: Sept 28, 2016)
The Team Agreement is your contract with your team. There is a template that
you are required to use which is posted on Blackboard:
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Contain contact information from each team member,
Establish rules (i.e. team or academic priorities, schedules, expectations, special
considerations, mechanisms to guarantee equal contribution),
Roles (ideally rotating roles: leader, researcher, contributor, quality assurance),
Team Collaborative Discussion Summary 8 pts. (Due: Nov 2, 2016)
 Prepare a 10- to 15-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation with speaker notes.
 Speaker notes in under the Notes Section where you will provide at least one
paragraph with one citation for each presentation slide (Excluding the slides:
Title, Agenda and Reference).
 Assignment will be evaluated based on Oral Assignment Rubric (See Appendix 2)
 Based on the comparison of the two bookstores in which you address the following:
 Describe the history of the company
 Competitive Advantage:
o What is each of the company’s competitive advantage
o How does technology support the competitive advantage
 Compare and Contrast each company’s website to its own brick and
mortar store (Provide a picture of each of the store’s website).
 Discuss how the book stores address ethical, legal, and security issues by
providing a Compare and Contrast chart
 Conclusion – the recommendation of the team of where should I (the
consumer) buy my books and Why?
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Team Paper and Presentation 20 pts. (Due: Dec 14, 2016)
Scenario: Imagine that you have been hired as a consultant for a university that
wants to leverage social networking to encourage the collaboration of students,
and improve their overall sense of community.
Analyze how the university might integrate social media and networking
technologies to accomplish their goals.
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Describe the social networking site that you were assigned.
Explain the history of the social network
Evaluate Legal and Ethical issues to incorporate a social media at the
university.
Describe the key item that needs to be done in each phase of the system
development life cycle to implement the social network site to the university
site to provide the service to the students.(each phase has a slide).
Your paper and presentation will include:
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Conformance to APA format, with a minimum of three references to academically
reputable resources.
Submit your paper and presentation to the assignments area on Blackboard
Your paper requirements (10 points)
1. Complete a 1,500 to 2,100 word document that covers the points that you
analyzed.
2. Cover the material from the perspective of a professional consulting firm to a
professional audience that has not been exposed to the material.
3. Assignment will be evaluated based on Written Assignment Rubric (See
Appendix 1)
Your presentation requirements (10 points)
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Be 15 minutes in length
Must provide Note page by providing at least one paragraph with one citation for
each presentation slide (Excluding the slides: Title, Agenda and Reference).
Cover the major points of your paper
A slide template that has a consistent theme
Portray a professional image
Assignment will be evaluated based on Oral Assignment Rubric (See Appendix 2)
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Grading Scale: Your final grade for the course is based on 100 total points.
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What to Expect From Your Instructor:
I will be available by phone Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Additionally, I
will be available in person Wednesdays from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. I will return assignments and
assessments with feedback and a grade within one week of its submission.
Policy Statements of Apache Community College:
Faculty and students will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all Apache
Community College policies.
SAFE ENVIRONMENT POLICY
Apache Community College Safe Working and Learning Environment Policy prohibits sexual
harassment and assault, and discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age,
national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status by
anyone at this university. Retaliation of any kind as a result of making a complaint under the
policy or participating in an investigation is also prohibited. The Director of the Office of
Affirmative Action & Equal Opportunity (AA/EO) serves as the university’s compliance officer
for affirmative action, civil rights, and Title IX, and is the ADA/504 Coordinator. AA/EO also
assists with religious accommodations. You may obtain a copy of this policy from the college
dean’s office or from the Apache Community College Affirmative Action
website apachecommunitycollege.edu/diversity/. If you have questions or concerns about this
policy, it is important that you contact the departmental chair, dean’s office, the Office of
Student Life, or Apache Community College Office of Affirmative Action
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
If you have a documented disability, you can arrange for accommodations by contacting
Disability Resources (DR), dr@apachecommunitycollege.edu (e-mail). Students needing
academic accommodations are required to register with DR and provide required disability
related documentation. Although you may request an accommodation at any time, in order for
DR to best meet your individual needs, you are urged to register and submit necessary
documentation (www.apachecommunitycollege.edu/dr) 8 weeks prior to the time you wish to
receive accommodations. DR is strongly committed to the needs of student with disabilities and
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the promotion of Universal Design. Concerns or questions related to the accessibility of
programs and facilities at Apache Community College may be brought to the attention of DR or
the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Integrity is expected of every member of the Apache Community College community in all
academic undertakings. Integrity entails a firm adherence to a set of values, and the values most
essential to an academic community are grounded in honesty with respect to all intellectual
efforts of oneself and others. Academic integrity is expected not only in formal coursework
situations, but in all University relationships and interactions connected to the educational
process, including the use of University resources. An Apache Community College student’s
submission of work is an implicit declaration that the work is the student’s own. All outside
assistance should be acknowledged, and the student’s academic contribution truthfully reported
at all times. In addition, Apache Community College students have a right to expect academic
integrity from each of their peers. Individual students and faculty members are responsible for
identifying potential violations of the university’s academic integrity policy. Instances of
potential violations are adjudicated using the process found in the university Academic Integrity
Policy. The complete policy is in Appendix G of Apache Community College's
Student Handbook.
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APPENDIX 1: WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT RUBRIC
Student/Group:
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Score/Comments:
Organization
The paper includes a well-developed introduction, body and summary. The introduction
states the central theme and the supporting ideas. The body develops the theme and
supporting ideas. The summary is a concise restatement of the paper’s main points,
including a conclusion drawn from the information presented.
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Sentence Structure and Paragraph Construction
Sentences are complete, have varied structure and are not burdened with run-on ideas
and phrases. Paragraphs start with a main idea and all sentences support it. Paragraphs
tie to the central theme and supporting ideas of the introduction. Paragraphs must be 5
or more sentences in length. The flow the paper between sentences and paragraphs is
logical and moves smoothly through the summary.
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Content, Development and References
Paper fully addresses the assignment within the given length requirements. References
are current, from reputable sources and support the central theme and ideas. Research is
integrated with practical and relevant personal, professional experience and conclusions.
Concepts and ideas are research-based, well developed and properly cited, quoted and
referenced. Citations and the reference list are complete and consistent.
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Clarity and Conciseness
The words, ideas, sentences and paragraphs are clear, easy to understand and concise.
There is an economy of words and the structure is efficient. Key words and concepts are
fully explained and used properly. There is no unnecessary redundancy or repetition of
words or ideas.
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Vocabulary and Word Choice
The vocabulary is chosen to fit the subject and the audience. Words are chosen for their
strength and economy. Voice is primarily active, not passive. Words are used to provide
richness and meaning and to keep the reader’s interest. Any metaphors used are
consistent throughout the paper, not mixed. Words and word forms are used
consistently.
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Spelling, Grammar, Punctuation, Style and Format
The mechanics of these items are correct, consistent and based on the APA formats. The
paper shows attention to detail and thorough editing by the writer for spelling,
punctuation, and capitalization, word agreement, tense and spacing. Proper APA formats
for margins, title, title page, running heads, citations, quotations, reference list and line
spacing. Use sub-headings. Provide Introduction and Conclusion. Font is 12 point Times Roman.
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100%
Total Score:
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APPENDIX 2: ORAL ASSIGNMENT RUBRIC
Student/Group:
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Score/Comments:
Verbal Communication
Clear, distinct, varied tone of voice; good volume, grammar and enunciation; maintains eye
contact; enthusiastic, interesting, stimulating; does not read from visuals and materials;
vocabulary appropriate for audience; unfamiliar terms explained; speaks to the audience,
not at it. Shows respect for audience through dress, carriage, demeanor, interaction and
sensitivity. Does not play with coins or objects, standing behind something, blocking
audience view to visuals.
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Visuals/Overheads
Easy to read and understand; neat and simple/not busy and cluttered; outline of main
points only/not discussion; 5-6 points maximum per slide; points and slides logically
related; consistent format; spelling; colors not distracting or hard to read.
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Pace and Flow
Not to fast or slow; smooth transitions from point to point; begin and end on time; keeps
to subject; concise language; and maintains flow of thought.
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Group Participation
Giving the other presenters your undivided attention
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Content
Addresses assignment; includes introduction, body and summary with clear demarcation
between them; ideas and points are clear, obvious and easy to understand; demonstrated
preparation and knowledge; proper citations for ideas and statistics; points support main
topic; succinct/not rambling.
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100%
Total Score:
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