Course Outline

IS5313: Foundations of Information and Electronic Business Systems

Semester A 2016-2017
Lecturer: Rupa Bandyopadhyay (AC3-5239, rbandyop@cityu.edu.hk, 3442-4689)

Course Objective

to provide an introduction to information systems (IS) in general and electronic business (e-business)
applications in particular, and
to enable students to analyze the managerial issues related to information and e-business systems
in organizations and deploy these systems effectively.

Learning Approach
Instructors will facilitate learning through a combination of seminars, case studies, videos, and
discussions. Emphasis will be placed on mutual sharing of knowledge and experiences, using a
participative approach suited to managers.

Grading/Assessment

50%: Coursework
o 5%: Discussion/Participation/ In Class Assignment
o 5%: Interim Project Presentation
o 40%: Final Team Project: Industry Analysis
5%: Final Presentation
25%: Final Report
10%: Industry analysis video
50%: Examination (Two-hour examination)

Course Policies

Sharing of Experiences & Participation

The main advantage of a postgraduate education is NOT just learning new concepts; you are likely to
encounter many of these concepts in your work. It is through mutual sharing of knowledge,
experiences, and best practices in class that you get the most value out of this course. Please play
your part!
Expectations about preparation for class
To have more meaningful and fruitful discussions of course concepts, you are urged to come
prepared to class. Preparation for a class involves reading and/or working on the material indicated
in the schedule.
Attendance Policy
Minimum attendance of 80% is expected for all students.
An email notification of absence to the course instructor, and supporting documents if necessary, is
expected.

Course Materials
Not all slides will be covered. Take note of the main concepts that we cover in each seminar. You
should understand and be able to apply the main concepts learnt.
This course emphasizes application of concepts rather than memory work!
Classroom Etiquette
Punctuality is appreciated (let us know if you cannot come or will be late).
To promote a conducive learning environment, please switch your mobile phones to silent mode
Please refrain from any non-class related activities, such as chatting, being on Facebook, playing
BubbleSafari, etc.
Course Grades
You must pass BOTH coursework and exams to pass the course.
Academic Dishonesty Policy
We regard plagiarism and other dishonest academic behaviors as serious offenses.
Please treat this issue seriously!
Please read http://www.cityu.edu.hk/provost/academic_honesty for more detail about
academic dishonesty and potential consequences.

Course Website: https://canvas.cityu.edu.hk/login

Seminar Schedule (subject to change)
Week

Topic/Readings

Managing in the Digital World

Readings:

Chapter 1

Gaining Competitive Advantage through Information Systems

Readings:

Chapter 2
Supplemental reading 1 (Porters Five Forces)
TAL Case: Innovation Through Supply Chain Reconfiguration

IS Capabilities, Components and Applications

Emerging Trends and Technologies

Examples:
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Social Media and Analytics

Big Data
Cloud Computing
Internet of Things
Ubiquitous Commerce

Interim Project Presentation

Enabling Commerce Using the Internet (Focus on B2C, C2C)

Readings:

Chapter 4, pp. 172-183 &195-214

Strengthening Customer Relationships and Enhancing B2B Collaboration

Readings:

Chapter 8
Chapter 4, pp. 184-189

Case Discussion: TAL Supply Chain

Enhancing Business Processes Using Enterprise Information Systems

Readings:

Chapter 7

Guest Lecture: Strategic Use of IS in the Banking Industry

By Prof. Y. B. Yeung

10

Securing Information Systems

Readings:

11

Chapter 10

Developing and Acquiring Information Systems

Readings:
Chapter 9
Course Revision

12

Final Group Project Presentations

13

Final Group Project Presentations

Two-Hour Final Examination
Date, time, and venue: To be announced

Textbook
Valacich, J., and Schneider, C. Information Systems Today: Managing the Digital World, 7th Edition,
Prentice Hall, 2015 (ISBN-13: 978-0133940305)

Case
Case Description:
Case Video and Interview: http://www.bloomberg.com/video/u-s-market-looks-promising-tal-groupceo-rE7uE6NtTJ6T~0TwPLozlw.html
Company Website: http://www.talgroup.com/

Supplemental Reading
1. Porter, M.E. "The Five Competitive Forces that Shape Strategy," Harvard Business Review (86:1)
2008, pp 78-93. (http://lib.cityu.edu.hk/record=b1877440~S8)
2. CIO: http://www.cio.com/
3. InformationWeek.com
4. SCMP (South China Morning Post)