BIS - Business Information Systems
Basic concepts of network communication using the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model, as well as media, access protocols, routing, reliability, and network services. Prerequisite: Graduate student status or 86 hours undergraduate credits completed.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Graduate student status or 86 hours undergraduate credits completed.
Corequisites
None.
Developing Skills needed to effectively and accurately analyze security risks related to networks and related systems, including issues of authenticity, confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisites:
BIS 380 or CPS 565.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 380 or CPS 565
Corequisites
None.
Using behavioral analytics and tools to improve IT security. Configuring and using threat detection tools and performing data analysis. Prerequisites: BIS 380 or 510.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 380 or BIS 511
Corequisites
None.
Learning process, planning and delivering instruction and training, assessing learning, using technology, adult learners, and current research. Designed for collegiate-level business instructors or trainers. Prerequisites: BIS 350 or admission to the MSIS or MBA program or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 350 or admission to the MSIS or MBA program or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Investigating external and internal threats that compromise data and digitized intellectual property. Implementing effective policies for mitigating risks and security and remediation measures in organizations. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisite:
BIS 512.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 512
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to cybercrime and computer forensics. Exploring laws regulating electronic evidences along with establishing the basis for gathering electronic digital evidence and artifacts. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisite:
BIS 512.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 512
Corequisites
None.
Exploring cloud computing concepts, frameworks, and security/privacy issues related to cloud deployments. Evaluating relevant security approaches, security architecture, and cloud security policy and requirements. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisite:
BIS 512.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 512
Corequisites
None.
Building upon the ten security domains, uses the essential preparation tools and techniques to become a Certified Information Systems Security Professional. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisite:
BIS 512.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 512
Corequisites
None.
A course in advanced cybersecurity topics covers the higher-level security domains typically used by experienced cybersecurity professionals. Uses preparation tools/techniques to become a CISSP. Prerequisite: BIS 530.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 530
Corequisites
None.
Tasks, tools, and transactions of the SAP system administrator are explained using hands-on exercises and step-by-step guides based on real-world examples. Prerequisites: BIS 347 and BUS 301 or BUS 331; or BIS 647 and BIS 638.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 347 and BUS 301 or BUS 331; or BIS 647 and BIS 638.
Corequisites
None.
This course offers an overview of the information systems and tools used for evidence-based business decision making. Prerequisites: STA 282QR or BUS 300QR or 503; 56 hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
STA 282QR or BUS 300QR or BUS 503; 56 hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
This course offers an overview of theories, workflows, and challenges of Business Data Analytics. Topics include data collection, cleansing, preparation, analysis, and visualization. Prerequisites: STA 282QR or BUS 300QR or 503; 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
STA 282QR or BUS 300QR or BUS 503; 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
This course will offer details on the theory and practice of data visualization. Students will learn visualization theory and design visualizations in accordance with human cognitive structure. Prerequisites: STA 282QR, or BUS 300QR, or 503; 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
STA 282QR or BUS 300QR or BUS 503; 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Addresses concepts and methods in Business Analytics using Geographic Information Systems (BAGIS) and the application of GIS in business research, finance, marketing, logistics and decision-making. Prerequisites: BIS 255 or BIS 601 or MBA 610. Recommended: BIS 422 or BIS 638.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 255 or BIS 601 or MBA 610
Corequisites
None.
Selected topics not normally included in existing courses, with current topics listed in Course Search and Registration. Repeatable up to 12 credits with different topics. Prerequisites: See Course Search and Registration.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
See Course Search and Registration.
Corequisites
None.
Examination of how ERP fundamental business processes interact using SAP software. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: A course supported by SAP software taken at CMU or permission of BIS Chairperson.
Credits
4(Spec)
Prerequisites
A course supported by SAP software taken at CMU or permission of BIS Chairperson.
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to the development and use of Information Systems (IS) in organizations, contemporary IS issues, and the use of software to solve business problems. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Students will investigate the role of communication in professional contexts and continue to develop core abilities: audience analysis, writing, presentations, interpersonal communication, and intercultural communication.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still need to use university resources to complete their degree requirements.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Addresses information systems (IS) research concepts and methods, and the application of concepts in planning and conducting IS research studies.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Development of web sites using Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheet (CSS), client-side JavaScript, and XHTML to support business functions. Prerequisite: Admission to the Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) program.
Corequisites
None.
This course involves designing and developing computer applications using a modern programming language.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Overview of the system development life cycle covering information gathering, process analysis, and reporting activities from the analysis phase to the maintenance and support phase.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
A seminar on the information systems and tools used to aid intelligent decision making in contemporary business environment. Prerequisite: BIS 601.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 601.
Corequisites
None.
Overview of contemporary information systems issues.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
A capstone, project-oriented study of the planning, analysis, design, implementation and testing of a business system application using modeling tools and available technology platforms. Prerequisites: BIS 630.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 630.
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to the systems approach to the analysis, design and development of information systems. Methods, tools and technologies are used to develop information systems prototypes. Prerequisite: Admission to the MSIS Program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the MSIS Program.
Corequisites
None.
A broad overview of the development and use of database systems in business. The management of databases and their strategic implications will also be covered. Prerequisite: BIS 601 or MBA 610.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 601 or MBA 610.
Corequisites
None.
Examination of the application and management of business enterprise software using SAP. Issues include software deployment that supports transaction processing in the business supply chain.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
A study of enterprise analytics using SAP software tools. Prerequisites: Admission to CBA graduate program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to CBA graduate program.
Corequisites
None.
Application of ABAP programming language to implement business processes using the SAP system as an example of contemporary enterprise software. Prerequisites: BIS 628 and BIS 647.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 628 and BIS 647.
Corequisites
None.
Configuration issues, concepts, and application of enterprise software (SAP) for global business organization integration. Prerequisites: BIS 647.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 647
Corequisites
None.
A study of SAP HANA, a platform for developing and running next- generation business applications and analytics. Prerequisite: BIS 647.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIS 647.
Corequisites
None.
Developing and refining business communication skills for effective transmission of technical information through oral, written, and non- verbal formats. Prerequisite: Admission to the MSIS Program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the MSIS Program.
Corequisites
None.
Work or internship experience and/or directed observation at business sites. Prerequisite: Minimum of 9 credit hours in the MSIS program.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Minimum of 9 credit hours in the MSIS program.
Corequisites
None.
Special topics of interest which are not normally included in existing courses. Specific topic will be listed on student's transcript. Prerequisite: Minimum of 9 credit hours in the MSIS program.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Minimum of 9 credit hours in the MSIS program.
Corequisites
None.
A capstone, project-oriented study of the planning, analysis, design, development, implementation and testing of information systems projects using modeling tools, databases, and advanced programming languages. Prerequisites: Completed 24 hours in the MSIS Program, BIS 605, BIS 628, 636, and 638.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Completed 24 hours in the MSIS Program, BIS 605, BIS 628, BIS 636, and BIS 638.
Corequisites
None.
Development of research skills and completion of a formal research study. CR/NC only. Prerequisites:
BIS 625; admission to the MSIS Program.
Credits
3(Spec)
Prerequisites
BIS 625; admission to the MSIS Program.
Corequisites
None.
Provides the student with research skills through development and completion of a research study in a specific area of business information systems. CR/NC only. Prerequisites:
BIS 625; admission to the MSIS program.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
BIS 625; admission to the MSIS program.
Corequisites
None.