BUS 150 - Introduction to Information Systems

In this course, students will gain a basic understanding of information systems (IS) including their uses in organizations and impacts on business. The course will cover both the technological foundations and the organizational and managerial aspects of IS. The student will learn about the acquisition, security, and management of technology and information resources. The course includes an emphasis on current and emerging trends in IS, such as fundamental concepts and applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI), as well as related ethical and social issues. Students will also develop introductory business analytics skills such as data visualization and descriptive analytics using MS Excel software.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Equivalent(s): BUS 3050/BUS 300
Not Liberal Arts
Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer