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Management Information System (MIS)

Learn how modern day businesses effectively use technology to collect, store, and analyze data.

(MIS.AA1) / ISBN : 978-1-64459-460-5
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Management Information System (MIS) is the study of how businesses use technology to collect and analyze data to identify trends and opportunities. You’ll be learning the core concepts of MIS, including definition, objectives, characteristics, and functions. The syllabus also covers software development lifecycle (SDLC), business process management (BPM), and outsourcing strategies.This comprehensive MIS training will enhance your technical expertise with hardware, software, mobile systems, database processing, data communication, and networking. Most importantly, you’ll gain the skills required to interact with the business units that depend on MIS.

Skills You’ll Get

  • Complete understanding of basics including hardware, software, and operating systems
  • Skilled in database management, and networking technologies
  • Familiarity with cloud computing concepts and data communication technologies
  • Expertise at data analysis to extract meaningful insights
  • Understanding technology integration and its impact on various business processes
  • Skilled at aligning information systems with organizational goals
  • Expert at planning, executing, and monitoring IT projects
  • Ability to initiate change, adapt to new technologies and changing business environments
  • Skilled at identifying and resolving problems

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1

Preface

  • MIS Versus IT Management
2

Importance of MIS

  • What Is MIS?
  • What Are the Objectives of MIS?
  • What Are the Characteristics of MIS?
  • What Are the Functions of MIS?
  • What Are the Common Challenges of Implementing MIS in Organizations?
  • Summary
3

Organizational Strategy and Information Systems Strategy

  • What Is an Organizational Strategy?
  • What Are the Key Elements of an Organizational Strategy?
  • How Do You Develop a Good Organizational Strategy?
  • What Is an Information Systems Strategy?
  • What Is the Importance of Aligning Organizational and Information Systems Strategies?
  • Summary
4

Business Information Systems

  • What Is the Business Information System (BIS)?
  • How Do Organizations Use Business Intelligence (BI) Systems?
  • What Is the Impact of BIS on Your Career?
  • Summary
5

Hardware

  • What Do Business Professionals Need to Know About Computer Hardware?
  • How Can New Hardware Affect Competitive Strategies?
  • Summary
6

Software

  • What Do Business Professionals Need to Know About Software?
  • What Is the Importance of Virtualization?
  • What Are the Differences Between Native and Web Applications?
  • Summary 
7

Mobile Systems

  • Why Are Mobile Systems Increasingly Important?
  • What Are the Challenges of Personal Mobile Devices at Work?
  • Summary 
8

Database Processing

  • What Is a Database?
  • What Is Database Processing?
  • What Is a Database Management System (DBMS)?
  • How Are Data Models Used for Database Development?
  • How Is a Data Model Transformed into a Database Design?
  • Summary
9

Data Communication and Networking

  • What Is Data Communication and Networking?
  • What Are Network Topologies and Protocols?
  • What Are Internet, Intranet, and Extranet?
  • What Is Wireless Technology?
  • Summary
10

Cloud Computing

  • Why Are Organizations Moving to the Cloud?
  • What Network Technology Supports the Cloud?
  • Summary 
11

Global E-Business

  • What Is Global E-Business?
  • What Is E-Commerce?
  • What Is Supply Chain Management (SCM)?
  • Summary
12

Collaboration Information Systems

  • What Are the Criteria for Successful Collaboration?
  • What Are the Primary Purposes of Collaboration?
  • Which Collaboration Tool Is Right for a Team?
  • Summary
13

Achieve Competitive Advantage with Information Systems

  • How Do Information Systems Provide Competitive Advantages?
  • How Can Information Systems Improve Process Quality?
  • How Do AI, CRM, ERP, and EAI Support Enterprise Processes?
  • What Are the Challenges of Implementing and Upgrading Enterprise Information Systems?
  • Summary
14

Information Systems Security

  • What Is the Goal of Information Systems Security?
  • How Should Organizations Respond to Security Threats?
  • How Can Technical Safeguards Protect Against Security Threats?
  • How Can Data Safeguards Protect Against Security Threats?
  • How Can Human Safeguards Protect Against Security Threats?
  • Summary
15

Ethical and Social Issues in Information Systems

  • What Do You Mean by Ethical and Social Issues?
  • What Are the Emerging Ethical and Social Issues in an Organization?
  • What Is the Impact of Ethical and Social Issues on Organizations?
  • How to Overcome Ethical and Social Issues in an Organization?
  • Summary
16

Information Systems Development and Management

  • How Are Business Processes, Information Systems, and Applications Developed?
  • How Do Organizations Use Business Process Management (BPM)?
  • What Are the Phases Involved in SDLC?
  • How Does Scrum Overcome the Problems of SDLC?
  • How Is Outsourcing Used to Manage Information Systems?
  • What Are User Rights and Responsibilities?
  • Summary

Importance of MIS

  • Identifying Activities

Organizational Strategy and Information Systems Strategy

  • Understanding Organizational Strategies
  • Identifying Organizational and Information Systems Strategies

Business Information Systems

  • Understanding Types of BI Analysis

Software

  • Identifying Development Languages for Applications

Database Processing

  • Identifying Database Administration Tasks

Data Communication and Networking

  • Identifying Components and Types of Networking
  • Understanding Network Topologies

Collaboration Information Systems

  • Identifying Project Management Tasks

Ethical and Social Issues in Information Systems

  • Identifying Ethical and Social Issues

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It is an IT based system used to collect, store, and analyze data for making informed decisions within an organization. With the relevant data and insights, businesses can grow exponentially.

There are no prerequisites, you can enroll as a beginner.

There is a high demand for MIS certified professionals in the industry. They are sought after by organizations across various sectors. With an MIS certification, you can position yourself for a successful career. Plus, this course can also serve as a solid foundation for further studies like MBA.

Many exciting and rewarding job opportunities that can be explored after learning MIS. Following is a list:

  • Systems Analyst
  • Database Administrator
  • Network Administrator
  • IT Consultant
  • Business Analyst
  • Project Manager
  • Cybersecurity Analyst

Yes, there will be a post-assessment exam and you’ll be awarded with a course completion certificate.

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