This document outlines the Management Information Systems program for Spring 2012. It introduces the course, which covers how organizations can effectively use information technologies. The objectives are to provide an understanding of the role of IS in business, development methodologies, and management issues. The course will include lectures, discussions, assignments and presentations. Students will be evaluated based on participation, quizzes, a case study, project, and exam(s). Required readings and texts are listed. The course schedule outlines 10 sessions covering topics such as IT strategy, e-commerce, data management, and decision support systems.