MODULE I
FOUNDATION CONCEPTS
hy study information systems? Why do businesses need informa-
tion technology? What do you need to know about the use and
management of information technologies in business? The intro-
ductory chapters of Module I are designed to answer these fundamental ques-
tions about the role of information systems in business.
• Chapter 1: Foundations of Information Systems in Business presents an
overview of the five basic areas of information systems knowledge needed by
business professionals, including the conceptual system components and major
types of information systems. In addition, trends in information systems and an
overview of the managerial challenges associated with information systems are
presented.
• Chapter 2: Competing with Information Technology introduces fundamental
concepts of competitive advantage through information technology and illus-
trates major strategic applications of information systems.
Completing these......
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