Module 13: Using Technology to Manage Information
Section outline
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This chapter focuses on the role of information technology (IT) in business, examining the details of MIS organization, as well as the challenges companies encounter in an increasingly technological world. As John Daly learned, harnessing the power of information technology gives a company a significant competitive advantage.
Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:- Describe how information technology has transformed business and managerial decision-making.
- Explain why computer networks are an important part of today’s information technology systems.
- Discuss the types of systems that make up a typical company’s management information system.
- Express how technology management and planning help companies optimize their information technology systems.
- Identify the best ways to protect computers and the information they contain.
- Identify the leading trends in information technology.
The objectives of this module correspond with the following course outcome(s):- Explain accounting and financial management including planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and sources of funding.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the forces that shape the business and economic structure of the United States of America in a global marketplace and compare it to other economic systems.
- Describe the functions of the business manager: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.
- Describe the ethical, regulatory, and social environments of business.
To achieve these objectives:
- Read the Module 13 Introduction
- Read and view the materials in the Chapter 13 Pressbooks book
- Complete the Module 13 quiz.
- Complete the Module 13 Ethics Activity.
- Compete the Module 13 Critical Thinking Case Group Assignment.
Module Pressbooks Resources and Activities
You will find the following resources and activities in this module at the Pressbooks website. Click on the links below to access or complete each item.
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Students mustMark as done
This is a 25 question multiple choice and true / false test. It is worth 25 point and is based on your reading of the textbook. While you may return to previous questions before submitting your completed quiz, you will only be allowed to take and submit the exam once. Once you complete all 25 question, you will submit the quiz.
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