SI 627: Managing the Information Technology Organization

Most professionals are deeply involved with information technology throughout their careers. Many professionals elect to lead, or are asked to lead, an IT unit. This cross-disciplinary course introduces students to the skills needed to manage the modern IT organization. Students develop skills and techniques in the areas of technology assessment, strategic planning, budgeting and financing, human resources administration, IT operations, and leadership.

This course is designed to be cross-disciplinary, with examples and activities drawn from higher education, information services, manufacturing, health care, public administration and other areas. A variety of instructional methods are used to engage students and help identify similarities and differences between IT applications in various professional fields.