BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
BA4743 Management Information Systems Fall 3 0 3 7
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester

Basic information

Language of instruction: En
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. YAVUZ GÜNALAY
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. YAVUZ GÜNALAY
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi LEVENT AKSOY
Course Objectives: This course provides an introduction to fundamental concepts of Management Information Systems in the modern business environment. New trends and innovations in the information and communication technologies are also discussed. Students are expected to create a new e-commerce business plan/idea during this course.

Learning Outputs

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Have an understanding of the components of information systems;
2. Define Information Systems as a strategic tool;
3. Learn how to manage Information Systems;
4. Be able to design simple Information System;
5. Learn how to create value via Information Systems.

Course Content

What is information system, what is information technology? Strategic use of information and information technology. Information ethics; Databases; Internet and E-commerce.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Be familiar of basic terminology for Information Systems and Technology (IS/IT). Pre-reading and internet search
2) Importance of Information systems in modern businesses Internet search
3) Define data, knowledge, information and data management systems.
4) Database Management System (DBMS) implementation Lab hour
5) Networks, and telecommunication.
6) Internet and Internet Protocol
7) E-commerce and e-business. Internet search
8) Mobility and new business models.
9) Review
10) Information systems, management and decision making.
11) Managerial support systems.
12) Show the relation between ethics, privacy, security and information systems.
13) Project presentations
14) Project presentations

Sources

Course Notes: Textbook: Introduction to Information Systems, by R. K. Rainer and C. G. Cegielski, Wiley, 2011.
References: Laudon & Laudon, 2013. Essentials of Management Information Systems, Pearson.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance % 0
Laboratory 0 % 0
Application 1 % 10
Field Work % 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) % 0
Quizzes 6 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Presentation 1 % 10
Project 1 % 20
Seminar % 0
Midterms 1 % 20
Preliminary Jury % 0
Final 1 % 20
Paper Submission % 0
Jury % 0
Bütünleme % 0
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Laboratory 1 1
Application 2 8
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 14 91
Presentations / Seminar 1 1
Project 7 22
Homework Assignments
Quizzes
Preliminary Jury
Midterms 1 2
Paper Submission
Jury
Final 1 2
Total Workload 169

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Being able to identify problems and ask right questions 4
2) Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude 5
3) Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail 3
4) Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education 1
5) Applying theoretical concepts in project planning 1
6) Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork 4
7) Increasing efficiency rate in business environment 5
8) Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty 4
9) Researching to gather information for understanding current threats and opportunities in business 4
10) Being aware of the effects of globalization on society and business while deciding 2
11) Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology 5
12) Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life 2
13) Possessing managing skills and competence 2
14) Deciding with the awareness of the legal and ethical consequences of business operations 2
15) Expressing opinions that are built through critical thinking process in business and academic environment 4