What You Will Learn!
- Defining business process management and its components
- Understanding the importance of quality management
- Understanding the concepts of total quality management
- Defining complementary assets and the various categories
- Defining the contemporary approaches to information system planning
- Defining the various models that underline information system planning
- Understanding decision making
- Distinguishing between different decision making processes
Description
The Planning of Information Systems" is an insightful and comprehensive course that delves into the strategic and operational aspects of information systems (IS) within the context of modern organizations. This course equips students with the knowledge and tools necessary to plan, implement, and optimize IS to enhance organizational efficiency, decision-making, and overall business success.
Section 1 – Introduction
Lecture 1: Introduction
An overview of the course and its significance in understanding the planning and management of information systems.
Section 2 – Bridging Business Process and Quality Management
Lecture 2: Exploring Business Process Management and Its Components
An examination of business process management, its key components, and its role in organizational operations.
Lecture 3: Defining Quality Management
A study of quality management principles and their application in ensuring organizational excellence.
Lecture 4: Total quality management (TQM)
An in-depth exploration of Total Quality Management (TQM) principles and practices.
Lecture 5: Empowering Total Quality Management with Information Systems
Analyzing how information systems can enhance and empower Total Quality Management efforts.
Section 3 – Leveraging Information Systems and Complementary Assets for Business Success
Lecture 6: Exploring the Role of Complementary Assets in Business
Investigating the significance of complementary assets in supporting organizational success.
Lecture 7: Organisational Assets
Examining organizational assets and their role in enhancing information systems.
Lecture 8: Managerial Assets
Understanding the impact of managerial assets on information system planning and implementation.
Lecture 9: Social Assets
Exploring the influence of social assets in leveraging information systems for business success.
Section 4 – Contemporary approaches to Information Systems
Lecture 10: Contemporary approaches to Information systems
An overview of contemporary approaches to information systems, including technical and behavioral perspectives.
Lecture 11: Technical and Behavioral Approaches to Information Systems
Contrasting technical and behavioral approaches to understanding and managing information systems.
Lecture 12: Social-technical Approach to Information systems
Analyzing the social-technical approach and its relevance in the context of information systems.
Section 5 – Insights into the World of Information Systems
Lecture 13: User centricity
Emphasizing the importance of user-centric design and user experience in information systems.
Lecture 14: Three different paradigms
Exploring three distinct paradigms that shape the world of information systems and their implications.
Section 6 – Decision making within an organization
Lecture 15: The decision-making approach
An examination of decision-making processes within organizations and their connection to information systems.
Lecture 16: Decision making
A deep dive into decision-making practices and their integration with IS.
Lecture 17: Decision making models
Analyzing various decision-making models and their application in organizational settings.
Section 7 – Conclusion
Lecture 18: Conclusion
Summarizing key insights and takeaways from the course, highlighting the essential role of information systems in contemporary organizations and the planning strategies necessary for success.
Who Should Attend!
- Beginners: If you have little to no prior knowledge or experience in the subject matter, this course is an ideal starting point.
- Individuals Interested in Learning: Whether you're a curious enthusiast or someone looking to explore a new field, this course welcomes anyone with a desire to learn.
- Diverse Backgrounds: Regardless of your educational or professional background, this course is inclusive and aims to accommodate a wide range of learners.
- Lifelong Learners: If you have a passion for continuous learning and personal growth, this course offers an opportunity to acquire new skills and knowledge.
- Those Seeking a Solid Foundation: For individuals who want to establish a strong foundation in the subject before advancing to more specialized topics.