Management Information System (MIS)
Syllabus
Course Code:
Course Credits: 3
Duration: 12-16 Weeks
Course Description
This course introduces students to Management Information Systems (MIS) and their role in
modern organizations. It covers key concepts, technologies, and frameworks used in designing
and managing information systems to support business operations and decision-making.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Understand the role and importance of MIS in organizations.
Analyze different types of information systems and their applications.
Evaluate the impact of IT and digital transformation on businesses.
Apply MIS concepts to solve business problems.
Learn about emerging technologies like AI, Big Data, and Cloud Computing in MIS.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to MIS
Definition and Importance of MIS
Components of MIS (People, Technology, Processes, Data)
Role of MIS in Business and Management
Module 2: Information Systems in Organizations
Types of Information Systems:
o Transaction Processing Systems (TPS)
o Decision Support Systems (DSS)
o Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
o Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
o Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Strategic Role of Information Systems
Module 3: Data and Information Management
Data, Information, and Knowledge
Database Management Systems (DBMS)
Data Warehousing and Big Data Analytics
Data Security and Privacy
Module 4: IT Infrastructure & Emerging Technologies
Hardware, Software, and Networking
Cloud Computing and Virtualization
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in MIS
Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain in Business
Module 5: E-Business and Digital Transformation
E-Commerce and Digital Markets
Social Media and Online Business Strategies
Mobile and Web Applications in Business
Cybersecurity Challenges
Module 6: Decision Making and Business Intelligence
Role of MIS in Decision-Making
Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
Dashboards and Data Visualization Tools
Module 7: System Development and Project Management
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
IT Project Management and Risk Analysis
Ethics and Legal Considerations in IT
Module 8: Future Trends and Case Studies
Digital Transformation Strategies
Case Studies on Successful MIS Implementations
Future of MIS: AI, Automation, and Smart Systems
Assessment & Evaluation
Component Weightage
Assignments & Quizzes 20%
Mid-Term Exam 25%
Group Project 25%
Final Exam 30%
Project: Students will analyze a real-world MIS case, design an information system for a
business, or research emerging MIS trends.
Recommended Books & Resources
Management Information Systems – Kenneth C. Laudon & Jane Laudon
Management Information Systems for the Information Age – Stephen Haag
Essentials of Management Information Systems – Ralph Stair & George Reynolds
Industry Articles, Case Studies, and Research Papers