THE BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS MAJOR

Required Courses(4):

CSc 17 Structured Programming and Data Structures (4)

or BIS 120 Business Applications of Java (4)

CSC 241 Database Systems (3)

or IE 224 Information Systems Analysis and Design (3)

BIS 311 Managing Information Systems Development (3)

Mgt 311 LUMAC Management Assistance Counseling (3)

or BIS 360 Business Information Systems Practicum (3)

or BIS 373 Business Information Systems Internship (3)

Elective Courses(Choose 2):

Acct 311 Accounting Information Systems (3)

CSc 262 Programming Languages (3)

CSc 330 Advanced Software Engineering Tools (3)

CSc 216 Software Engineering (3)

BIS 331 Electronic Commerce (3)

BIS 342 E-Business Systems (3) (also cross-listed as SCM 342)

Undergraduate Courses

BIS 211. Management Information Systems (3)

This course examines the role of information and information systems in business organizations. Computer-based information systems play a fundamental role in data processing, management decision support, manufacturing/production control, and internal and external reporting. This course integrates systems concepts, organization theory, decision-making, and technology critical to the understanding of routine business applications and the strategic use of information systems. Prerequisite: Acct 152, Bus 4.

BIS 311. Managing Information Systems Development (3)

Managing the development and implementation of information systems for business. Project management for business systems implementation. Business systems analysis and design. Implementation of custom-designed as well as packaged systems. Cost benefit analysis and risk management systems implementation. Prerequisites: BIS 211 or ACct 311 or consent of instructor.

BIS 331. Electronic Commerce (3)

This course covers how businesses, the government and consumers use the Internet to exchange information and initiate transactions. Topics include risks of insecure systems, Internet security standards and protocols, cryptography, authentication and digital signatures, web site attestation and assurance, firewalls, electronic cash systems, electronic legal agreements and international cryptographic restrictions. Students will get hands-on experience designing security-conscious web sites using FrontPage 98. Prerequisite: BIS 211 or Acct 311 or consent of instructor.

BIS 342/SCM 342. E-Business Systems (3)

Introduction to the implications of key information technologies used within and across businesses to conduct e-business. Includes enterprise resource planning systems, on-line ordering and inventory management systems, data warehousing, data mining, intra/extra nets, efficient consumer response systems, and knowledge management. Readings and case studies will be utilized.

BIS 360. Business Information Systems Practicum (3)

The business information systems practicum provides and opportunity for students to work on an intensive consulting engagement with a business. Students work with client firms on individual or team projects, which focus on information systems activities such as developing requirements, designing, and implementing systems. Students complete written reports and make formal presentations to clients. May not be taken concurrently with Mgt 311. Prerequisites: Junior standing in the College of Business and Economics.

BIS 371. Directed Readings (1-3)

Readings and research information systems; designed for superior students who have special interest in some topic(s) not covered by the regularly scheduled courses. Written term paper(s) required. May be repeated. Prerequisite: preparation in information systems acceptable to program coordinator.

BIS 372. Special Topics (1-3)

Special problems and issues in information systems for which no regularly scheduled course work exists. When offered as group study, coverage varies according to interests of the instructor and students. May be repeated. Prerequisite: preparation in information systems acceptable to program coordinator.

BIS 373. Business Information Systems Internship (1-3)

Based upon a student's work experience, a sponsoring faculty member shall direct reading, projects and other assignments - including a "capstone report". It should be noted that the work experience, by itself, is not the basis for academic credit. The faculty-directed activity may be provided concurrent with the work or as a follow-up to the work experience. In the latter case, arrangements must be made in advance of the work engagement so as to enhance the follow-up experience (keeping logs, concurrent reading assignments, etc.) Student effort is expected to be at least 40 hours per credit. Prerequisites: CSC 17, IE 224, or CSC 241, junior standing in the College of Business and Economics.