ISMG 6420 - Global Enterprise Systems

Examines the evolution of global enterprise systems - from internally focused enterprise resource planning (ERP) client or server systems to externally focused eBusiness. Studies the types of issues managers need to consider in implementing cross-functional integrated enterprise systems. Examines the general nature of global enterprise computing, re-engineering principles and the technical foundations of client or server systems and enterprise information architectures. Students learn about the global enterprise systems marketplace. Topics include the tools and methodology, modules, processes and industry initiatives. Finally, the course looks into the future and predicts enterprise system trends. The objective of the course is to make students aware of the potential and limitations of global enterprise systems. The objective will be reached through case studies, lectures, guest speakers and a group project. Coreq: ISMG 6180 or BUSN 6610. Restrictions: Restricted to graduate majors and NDGR majors with a sub-plan of NBA within the Business School, graduate majors within the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, PHCS PhD majors and PhD majors. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3