CISP 457

Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design

The course presents a systematic methodology for analyzing a business problem or opportunity. Students will determine what role, if any, computer-based technologies can play in addressing the business need. Students will also learn how to articulate business requirements for the technology solution and how to specify alternative approaches to acquiring the technology capabilities needed to address the business requirements. Most importantly students will learn how to specify the requirements for the information systems solution among in-house development, development by third-party providers, or purchase commercial-off-the-shelf packages.

Units: 3.0

Hours: 54 hours LEC