Management Information Systems: A Study of Computer-Based Information Systems - Hardcover

Raymond McLeod Jr.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0023795018 ISBN 13: 9780023795015

Publisher: Prentice Hall, 1994

Synopsis

"Management Information Systems" is recognized for logical organization and clear descriptions. Focusing on the role of managers within an organization, the volume emphasizes the development of computer-based Information Systems to support an organization's objectives and strategic plans. Focusing on the Systems Concepts, the Systems Approach is implemented throughout the text. The volume covers essential concepts such as using information technology to engage in electronic commerce, and information resources such as database management systems, information security, ethical implications of information technology and decision support systems with projects to challenge users at all levels of competence. For those involved in Management Information Systems.

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From the Publisher

This book shows future managers how the computer can help them to solve business problems. Focusing on the role of managers within an organization, the text emphasizes the development of computer-based information systems to support an organization's objectives and strategic plans. In this sixth edition, four new chapters--on international computer use, quality, ethics, and management of information technology --relate important recent business trends to management information systems (MIS). A new running case of a Sensormatic, a security products company, illustrates MIS concepts in a real-world situation. Additional examples include more than seventy-five international corporations to reflect the globalization of business and of information systems.

Edition details

• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Publication date: 1994
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0023795018
• ISBN 13: 9780023795015
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 6
• Number of pages: 754