BA 640 - Management Information Systems

3 Credits
Outline Effective Date: Academic Year 2025/2026
Revised Date: Sep 3, 2025
Date Approved: Sep 3, 2025

Lecture Hours: 45

Course Description:
This introductory course on Management Information Systems (MIS) provides students with the opportunity to examine the structure of data and its relation to information, and the integrated components of people, technology, data and processes that complete a modern business. In addition, students gain practical experience working with data in spreadsheet and database applications.

Rationale:
This is an elective course for students in Business. Technological skills, computer and network literacy, and the ability to manage information are essential in any successful business career.

Prerequisites: CU 248
Corequisites: None

Course Learning Outcomes:
A student who successfully completes the course will have reliably demonstrated the ability to

1.define Management Information Systems in business today.

2.describe the information age and evaluate the impact on business in today’s economy.

3.explain how hardware and software components are integrated into information systems.

4.explain the role of IT in seeking strategic and competitive businesses advantage.

5.evaluate and compare various forms of information system security.

6.analyze database structure and formulate queries to extract information from data tables.

7.demonstrate proficiency in manipulating numerical and text data in spreadsheets.

8.describe and explain the major components and processes involved in e-commerce.

Required Resource Materials:
Bourgeois, D. T., Mortati, J., Wang, S., & Smith, J. (2019). Information systems for business and beyond. Saylor Foundation

Optional Resource Materials:
BA 640 MIS utilizes applied learning modules from LinkedIn Learning. Lakeland College provides students with a subscription to LinkedIn Learning, but students are required to set up their own free LinkedIn account.

Conduct of Course:
This course requires students to read the text and participate in discussions of current issues and topics as they pertain to the course material. As well, students are required to complete projects and other assignments using spreadsheets, databases, and the Internet.

Regular attendance is essential for success in any course. Absence for any reason does not relieve a student of the responsibility of completing course work and assignments to the satisfaction of the instructor. Poor attendance may result in the termination of a student from a course(s).

If you do not meet the established attendance requirements, your instructor will recommend that the Registrar withdraw you from the course. A failing grade of RW (Required to Withdraw) will appear on your transcript.

In cases of repeated absences due to illness, the student may be requested to submit a medical certificate.

Instructors have the authority to require attendance at classes.

Content of Course:

Part I - What is an information system?
Chapter 1	What is an Information System?
Chapter 2	Hardware
Chapter 3	Software
Chapter 4	Data and Databases
Chapter 5	Networking and Communication
Chapter 6	Information Systems Security
Part II - Information Systems for Strategic Advantage
Chapter 7	Does IT Matter?
Chapter 8	Business Processes
Chapter 9	The People in Information Systems
Chapter 10	Information System Development
Part III - Information Systems beyond the Organization
Chapter 11	Globalization and the Digital Divide
Chapter 12	The Ethical and Legal Implications of Information Systems
Chapter 13	Future Trends in Information Systems

Course Assessments:
The final grade is an aggregate of the following components (subject to minor change):

Projects and Assignments	45%
Midterm Exam	20%
Final Exam	35%
Total	100%

Students are required to complete and submit their assignments and exams as scheduled. If a student is unable to do so, they must inform the instructor. Late penalties may apply.

Official final grades will be available on My Lakeland. Grades posted in D2L should be considered interim grades.
“Lakeland College is committed to the highest academic standards. Students are expected to be familiar with Lakeland College policies and to abide by these policies. Violations of these policies are considered to be serious and may result in suspension or expulsion from the College.”

Course Pass Requirements:
A minimum grade of D (50%) (1.00) is required to pass this course.

Letter	F	D	D+	C-	C	C+	B-	B	B+	A-	A	A+
Percent Range	0-49	50-52	53-56	57-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85-89	90-94	95-100
Points	0.00	1.00	1.30	1.70	2.00	2.30	2.70	3.00	3.30	3.70	4.00	4.00

Students must maintain a cumulative grade of C (GPA - Grade Point Average of 2.00) in order to qualify to graduate.

Every effort has been made to ensure that information in this course outline is accurate at the time of publication. Lakeland College reserves the right to change courses if it becomes necessary so that course content remains relevant.

In such cases, the instructor will give students clear and timely notice of changes.

No part of this course outline may be reproduced in any form or resold without written permission from Lakeland College.

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