INSS 645 - Systems Problem Solving Methods

3 Credits

745 Prerequisite(s): INSS 515, 530 This course covers a broad range of the information management issues, concerns, and approaches for the identification, measuring, and controlling the process of solving complex systems problems. It explores general and specific methods for effective and efficient solution to a variety of information systems problems encountered in the private and public sectors. The course will give students a thorough understanding of the universality of systems thinking and the dynamic nature of systems problems. Students will be exposed to a life cycle approach to selecting, developing, and testing alternative solutions. The students will also be introduced to both quantitative and qualitative techniques for preparing and/or presenting managerial reports.