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Foundations of Information Systems for Business

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Foundations of Information Systems for Business

This course is part of Introduction to Information Systems for Business Specialization

Instructors: Carlos Buskey

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Intermediate level

Some related experience required

2 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

66 reviews

Intermediate level

Some related experience required

2 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Explain key concepts and frameworks in information systems and cloud computing.
Identify and apply different business applications to solve problems in different business domains.

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17 assignments¹

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There are 4 modules in this course

This course introduces foundational concepts in business information systems. It presents essential components of data systems, how data systems are used in business, and the roles and responsibilities of people who work within information systems.

Module details

This module establishes the importance of information systems for businesses. It explores basic concepts in information systems, including roles and responsibilities. It also discusses data, information system technologies, and information technology. Finally, it provides a foundation for applying these concepts to develop an IS-related initiative for a business problem.

What's included

11 videos1 reading4 assignments4 discussion prompts

11 videosTotal 39 minutes

Introduction to Information Systems for Business3 minutes
Introduction - Foundations of Information Systems for Business4 minutes
Introduction to the Instructors3 minutes
What is an Information System?5 minutes
Information Systems in a Business2 minutes
Why are Information Systems Important to an Organization3 minutes
Business Challenges in Information Technology5 minutes
Process Challenges and The Impact of IS3 minutes
The Roles of Info Systems in a Business6 minutes
Business Responsibilities of Information Systems3 minutes
Roles of Business Intelligence Application in an Organization4 minutes

1 readingTotal 30 minutes

Welcome to Foundations of Information Systems for Business30 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 150 minutes

Graded Quiz: Foundations of Information Systems60 minutes
Practice Quiz - Lesson 1.130 minutes
Practice Quiz - Lesson 1.230 minutes
Practice Quiz - Lesson 1.330 minutes

4 discussion promptsTotal 120 minutes

Meet and Greet30 minutes
People, Processes, and Technology Framework Discussion30 minutes
Challenges and Trends in Information Systems30 minutes
Roles and Responsibilities in Information Systems30 minutes

This module describes basic hardware and software components, as well as the essential networking and hardware businesses use to support and secure their information systems. It provides an overview of operating systems, data warehousing, and network systems.

What's included

12 videos6 assignments4 discussion prompts

12 videosTotal 64 minutes

Components of a Computer System5 minutes
Different Types of Software4 minutes
What is Software?9 minutes
Modern Operating Systems5 minutes
Different Types of Application Software4 minutes
Different Types of Databases3 minutes
Data Warehouses and Data Lakes3 minutes
Types of Information Needed in an Efficient Business3 minutes
Types of Business Information Systems3 minutes
Sytems Development Tools and Methods8 minutes
Overview of Network Hardware3 minutes
Telecommunications in a Business Environment12 minutes

6 assignmentsTotal 210 minutes

Graded Quiz: Technology and Hardware Components60 minutes
Practice Quiz - Lesson 2.130 minutes
Practice Quiz - Lesson 2.230 minutes
Practice Quiz - Lesson 2.330 minutes
Practice Quiz - Lesson 2.430 minutes
Practice Quiz - Lesson 2.530 minutes

4 discussion promptsTotal 120 minutes

Components of Computer Systems in a Business Environment30 minutes
Computer Software and Operating Environments30 minutes
Databases in a Business30 minutes
Networking and Security Hardware30 minutes

This module introduces business applications and explains how they support e-commerce. It describes the use of ERPs, CRMs. and supply management systems. Finally it establishes a foundation for analyzing the use of e-business systems.

What's included

5 videos4 assignments1 discussion prompt

5 videosTotal 36 minutes

Overview of Enterprise Software3 minutes
Importance of Enterprise Software6 minutes
Decision Support Systems4 minutes
What is E-commerce?4 minutes
Principle Issues Related to eCommerce18 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 150 minutes

Graded Quiz - Business Applications60 minutes
Practice Quiz - Lesson 3.130 minutes
Practice Quiz - Lesson 3.230 minutes
Practice Quiz - Lesson 3.330 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 30 minutes

Electronic Business Systems30 minutes

This module introduces IT strategies and ethical challenges in information systems. It covers the SDLC and MIS models, as well as the concept of fault tolerance. It provides an overview to prepare you for applying strategies and design to address an ethical and security challenge.

What's included

6 videos3 assignments1 peer review1 discussion prompt

6 videosTotal 27 minutes

Overview of the MIS Model 4 minutes
Competitive Advantage, Business Models, and IT Models6 minutes
The Importance of the SDLC and Business Process Improvement6 minutes
Overview of Business, Technology, and Process Ethics4 minutes
Security, Ethics and Societal Challenges in a Business Environment4 minutes
Security, Fault Tolerance, and Disaster Recovery in a Business Environment4 minutes