CITM 100 - Foundations of Information Systems
Course Description
Information systems are an integral part of all business activities and careers. This course is designed to introduce students to contemporary information systems and demonstrate how these systems are used throughout global organizations. The focus of this course will be on the key components of information systems - people, software, hardware, data, and communication technologies, and how these components can be integrated and managed to create competitive advantage. Through the knowledge of how IS provides a competitive advantage students will gain an understanding of how information is used in organizations and how IT enables improvement in quality, speed, and agility. This course also provides an introduction to systems and development concepts, technology acquisition, and various types of application software that have become prevalent or are emerging in modern organizations and society.Notes
Standard course outlines for Information Technology Management (CITM) courses are available on the ITM website.
Classroom Delivery
This course offers on-campus section(s). On-campus sections are identified in each section's detail summary as “Classroom” (and/or “Downtown” as the location).
*Sections of this course with a course code ending in the letter "T" are reserved for learners not currently pursuing a TMU undergraduate degree. To enrol, contact Client Services (ce@torontomu.ca), providing your name and student number.
Online Delivery
On-campus exam requirement for Online Sections: Your final exam will be written in person at the Toronto Metropolitan University campus. If you live more than 100 km from the TMU campus, you may arrange to write your exam off-campus using an approved off-campus invigilation service. Details on your exam date and how to arrange off-campus invigilation can be found on the Exams for Online Courses webpage.
Requisites
Antirequisites: CITM 102Relevant Programs
- Business Management : Required Courses
- Information Systems Management : Required Courses