Management Information Sciences
Course Descriptions
Course descriptions are listed numerically. Prerequisites, if any, are indicated in italics above the course descriptions. These prerequisites have been established to assure an adequate and uniform background for students in advanced classes. Franklin University reserves the right to alter course offerings or course content without notice. Not all courses are offered every trimester.
MIS 300
Management Information Systems (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Learning Strategies (PF 321). Not open to students with credit for ITEC 300.
The purpose of this course is to provide the fundamentals associated with the management of information technology in a business enterprise. These fundamentals are business concepts in which the influence of information technology has caused change or brought about new concepts. Special emphasis will be placed on understanding the managerial issues that are relevant to usage of computers. The student will be given problems isolating these issues and will be asked to propose solutions with alternatives.
MIS 310
Information Systems Architecture and Technology (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Business & Professional Communication (COMM 320). Not open to students with credit for ITEC 310.
This course provides a conceptual survey of general systems theory followed by a conceptual and technological survey of the structure of distributed information systems architectures, operating systems, network operating systems, peripheral technology and user interfaces. Interoperability between these architectural components will be explored and current technology and trends in each architectural element will be reviewed. This course will de-emphasize, although not ignore, mainframe architectures in favor of information architectures more applicable to client/server computing. The various interacting categories of client/server computing as well as the benefits and implications of such a system will be fully explored.
MIS 320
Technical Communication (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Business & Professional Communication (COMM 320). Not open to students with credit for ITEC 320.
This course focuses on the concepts and techniques of technical writing and communication, with emphasis on models and theories of technical communication, research skills, international communication and group dynamics. Individual topics also will include the following: document development, research papers and online documentation that include issues such as: audience and purpose; applications for online help/print documents; elements of document design; readability and usability.
MIS 330
Systems Integration Concepts and Practices (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Information Systems Architecture and Technology (MIS 310).
Systems integration permeates the information management landscape, operating conceptually on three levels: the strategy of achieving enterprise-level information systems (IS) integration, the process at the IS department-level to achieve integration and the selection of technologies needed to achieve integration. This course examines these levels of systems integration, emphasizing realistic solutions, guidelines, and practices, through a hands-on approach.
MIS 360
Enterprise-wide Electronic Commerce (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Information Systems Architecture and Technology (MIS 310).
This course is designed to familiarize individuals with current and emerging business processes that utilize electronic data transmission technologies including the Internet. Topics will include network and Internet technology for business advantage, enterprise-wide business functions and processes, re-engineering of legacy processes through electronic commerce, and Internet-based business-to-consumer business ventures. Social, political and ethical issues associated with electronic commerce are reviewed. The purpose of this course is to educate a new generation of managers, planners and analysts of the realities and potential for electronic commerce.
MIS 400
Systems Analysis and Design (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Information Systems Architecture and Technology (MIS 310) and completion of the MIS Professional Core.
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), tools and methods. The course is centered on evaluating existing business processes and choosing a system development methodology to improve upon it. Emphasis will be on analyzing, modeling and designing processes that improve business processes through the deployment of information technology. It will also emphasize the factors for effective communication and integration with users and user systems. It encourages interpersonal skill development with clients, end-users, team members and others associated with development, operation and maintenance of systems.
MIS 410
Management Information Sciences Internship (1-4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): None.
This course provides students with an opportunity to receive academic credit for supervised professional training and experience in an actual work environment. This Internship is an ongoing seminar between the student, the faculty member and the employment supervisor. It involves a Learning Contract, periodic meetings with the faculty representative, professional experience at a level equivalent to other senior-level courses and submission of materials as established in the Learning Contract. Participation cannot be guaranteed for all applicants.
MIS 478
Quantitative Methods and Analysis (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Management Theory and Practices (BSAD 312), Introduction to Spreadsheets (COMP 106), Introduction to Databases (COMP 108), College Algebra (MATH 160), Finite Mathematics (MATH 210), and either Statistical Concepts (MATH 215) or Probability and Statistics (MATH 380).
This course addresses the importance of applying quantitative methods and analysis to the solution of business problems using structured problem solving and specialized data analysis software tools. Focus will be on solutions to problems of inefficiency, poor productivity and risky situations within the management of business and technical processes, projects and operations. Some of the methodologies covered are linear programming, PERT-CPM analysis, time series and decision tree analysis, forecasting, regression analysis and data mining. Key success factors in the course will be for the student to build on statistical techniques and spreadsheet tools covered in prerequisite(s) courses.
MIS 480
Special Topics in Management Information Sciences (1-4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Determined on a course-by-course basis and published in the trimester Course Schedule.
A variable content course in information systems that will explore current topics or trends relevant to enhancing the career of information systems professionals. This course may be used to underwrite individual and independent study projects under the leadership of a faculty member, provided the subject matter does not overlap any other existing course, and subject to current departmental policies and restrictions.
MIS 484
Information Systems Security (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Information Systems Architecture and Technology (MIS 310) or Principles of Computer Networks (COMP 204) or Principles of Network Design & Administration (ITEC 370).
Students will review and analyze the control and security concerns in the information systems environment. The security challenges created from the emergence of new technology and the changing internal and external environments will be analyzed. The effect of legal, regulatory, and current security technology on policy development will also be reviewed.
MIS 495
Management Information Sciences Capstone (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Systems Analysis and Design (MIS 400), Advanced Data Analysis (MIS 478) OR Statistical Concepts (MATH 215) OR Probability and Statistics (MATH 380), Database Management Systems (COMP/ITEC/MIS 380 or COMP 281) and Senior standing.
The capstone course will encompass and consolidate all of the concepts covered in the MIS curriculum. In this course, students will manage an Information Systems project, design an appropriate database and incorporate both LAN and Web-based distributed information solution to support a business process, effectively document the system and incorporate elements of the general education into a successfully implemented information systems solution.
MIS 499
Independent Studies in Management Information Sciences (1-4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA, at least 16 credit hours completed at Franklin, related coursework completed with minimum grade of “B” and permission of Program Chair.
Independent studies courses allow students in good academic standing to pursue learning in areas not covered by the regular curriculum or to extend study in areas presently taught. Study is under faculty supervision and graded on either a Pass/No Credit or a letter grade basis. (See “Independent Studies” for more details.)