Introduction to Information Systems (3912)
Coordinating lecturer:Prof. dr. Inneke VAN NIEUWENHUYSE 
Member of the teaching team:dr. ing. Sasan AMINI 
 De heer Vipul CHALOTRA 

Credits: 6,0
Study load hours: 162
Period: semester 2 (6sp)

Language of instruction: English
Exam contract: not possible

2nd Chance Exam1: Yes
Final grade2: Numerical
Tolerance3: See included in these programmes
Sequentiality
No sequentiality


Prerequisites

There are no basic skills or competences required.


Content

This course studies the use of information systems from a business perspective. The  curriculum follows a "Data Value Chain" approach, guiding students from the definition of business processes and data collection, through storage and analysis, and finally to strategic decision-making and ethical responsibility. We will study how systems allow companies to excel operationally and build customer loyalty. Emphasis is placed on Business Intelligence foundations , infrastructure , and the security risks modern businesses face.
Also as a part of this course, students will learn how to manage data tables and gain insights using spreadsheets (MS Excel).


Organisational and teaching methods
Organisational methods  
Lecture ✔  
Small group session ✔  


Evaluation

Semester 2 (6,00sp)

Evaluation method
Written exam100 %
Closed-book ✔

Second examination period

Evaluation second examination opportunity different from first examination opprt
No


Learning outcomes
  EC = learning outcomes      DC = partial outcomes      BC = evaluation criteria  
Included in these programmesTolerance3
Bridging Programme Master of Management N
Exchange Programme Business Economics Y
Preparation Programme Master of Management N



1   Education, Examination and Legal Position Regulations art.12.2, section 2.
2   Education, Examination and Legal Position Regulations art.15.1, section 3.
3   Education, Examination and Legal Position Regulations art.16.9, section 2.