Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives On completion of this subject students should understand the principles underlying the use of computers in management; have a sound basis to assess the use and value of a computer system; and know more about the faculty's computer systems, and how to make efficient use of these systems in other subjects.
Synopsis Topics covered include computer-based management information systems and their application to a range of common business functions; data management; managing system development; an overview of programming languages and current developments in business computing.
Assessment Assignments 40% + Examination (2 hours): 60%