The module introduces information systems and reviews the most common business application areas. In addition, the planning and development stages of an information system are presented, followed by the illustration of the managerial aspect of implementing information systems as well as fundamental concepts of applied statistics.
Duration
1 semester
Format
Online
Credits
20
Semester
Spring
The module introduces information systems and reviews the most common business application areas. In addition, the planning and development stages of an information system are presented, followed by the illustration of the managerial aspect of implementing information systems as well as fundamental concepts of applied statistics.
- Duration
1 semester - Format
Online - Credits
20 - Semester
Spring
The module firstly introduces information systems (introduction to information management, introduction to concepts of systems and organisations, strategic uses of information technology and outlines the computer systems resources that can be employed by a supply-chain oriented company (computer hardware & software, file and database management systems, communications and distributed Systems, and office automation).
Following, the most common business application areas are reviewed (a manager’s view of information systems, enterprise resource planning systems, customer relationship management systems, knowledge management systems, decision support systems, expert systems).
The next part of the module comprises the planning and development stages of an information system (information systems planning, systems analysis and design, systems implementation and maintenance, quality of information systems).
Additionally, the module illustrates the managerial aspect of implementing information systems (controlling information systems, managing information systems, security and ethical issues of information systems) and evolving to a “digital supply chain firm” as a whole (the internet and the new IT infrastructure, the new role of information systems, electronic business and electronic commerce).
Furthermore, this module scrutinises fundamental concepts of applied statistics, delving into the area of descriptive and referential statistics. Statistical software packages are utilised for data analysis purposes.
Meet the Instructor
Nektarios Oraiopoulos
Associate Professor at Cambridge Judge Business School
Nektarios Oraiopoulos, PhD, is the Director of the MPhil Programme in Strategy, Marketing, & Operations and an Associate Professor of Operations and Technology Management at the Cambridge Judge Business School of the University of Cambridge. His research on innovation and R&D management has appeared in the leading journals of the field. He has won multiple awards and has been invited to make presentations at both academic and industry conferences. In addition to his academic work, he has advised entrepreneurial start-ups and has worked closely on research projects with numerous executives from the biopharmaceutical industry. He holds a Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens, Greece, and a PhD in Business Administration from the Georgia Institute of Technology.
The module firstly introduces information systems (introduction to information management, introduction to concepts of systems and organisations, strategic uses of information technology and outlines the computer systems resources that can be employed by a supply-chain oriented company (computer hardware & software, file and database management systems, communications and distributed Systems, and office automation).
Following, the most common business application areas are reviewed (a manager’s view of information systems, enterprise resource planning systems, customer relationship management systems, knowledge management systems, decision support systems, expert systems).
The next part of the module comprises the planning and development stages of an information system (information systems planning, systems analysis and design, systems implementation and maintenance, quality of information systems).
Additionally, the module illustrates the managerial aspect of implementing information systems (controlling information systems, managing information systems, security and ethical issues of information systems) and evolving to a “digital supply chain firm” as a whole (the internet and the new IT infrastructure, the new role of information systems, electronic business and electronic commerce).
Furthermore, this module scrutinises fundamental concepts of applied statistics, delving into the area of descriptive and referential statistics. Statistical software packages are utilised for data analysis purposes.
Meet the Instructor
Nektarios Oraiopoulos
Associate Professor at Cambridge Judge Business School
Nektarios Oraiopoulos, PhD, is the Director of the MPhil Programme in Strategy, Marketing, & Operations and an Associate Professor of Operations and Technology Management at the Cambridge Judge Business School of the University of Cambridge. His research on innovation and R&D management has appeared in the leading journals of the field. He has won multiple awards and has been invited to make presentations at both academic and industry conferences. In addition to his academic work, he has advised entrepreneurial start-ups and has worked closely on research projects with numerous executives from the biopharmaceutical industry. He holds a Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens, Greece, and a PhD in Business Administration from the Georgia Institute of Technology.
√ Familiarise students with the theoretical concepts that underpin the development of an information technology infrastructure related to supply chains;
√ Evaluate the development, implementation and effective management of information management systems focusing on supply chains;
√ Enable students develop important analytical skills through the practice of quantitative reasoning and the use of data analysis software packages regarding statistical information related directly or indirectly to supply chains; In particular, students will explore fundamental concepts of descriptive statistics, linear relationships between business variables, statistical inferences and predictions.
√ Develop practical skills associated with the planning and organising process, and shape student’s ability to formulate and implement strategic information systems conceptual designs, in order to improve performance and/or gain competitive advantage.
√ Familiarise students with the theoretical concepts that underpin the development of an information technology infrastructure related to supply chains;
√ Evaluate the development, implementation and effective management of information management systems focusing on supply chains;
√ Enable students develop important analytical skills through the practice of quantitative reasoning and the use of data analysis software packages regarding statistical information related directly or indirectly to supply chains; In particular, students will explore fundamental concepts of descriptive statistics, linear relationships between business variables, statistical inferences and predictions.
√ Develop practical skills associated with the planning and organising process, and shape student’s ability to formulate and implement strategic information systems conceptual designs, in order to improve performance and/or gain competitive advantage.
At the end of the module the learner will be able to:
Assess the potential of contemporary information systems and information technology in transforming supply chains and logistics.
Analyse the external technological environment of supply chains, identifying threats posed and/or opportunities offered by information systems.
Evaluate, select, integrate and implement various types of management information systems.
Analyse data resources using various software packages and database management systems.
Uncover statistical relationships between variables, and draw inferences related to business intelligence.
ASSESSMENT STRATEGY
Based on the Programme Specification, students are formally assessed through the submission of coursework. The forms of coursework depend on the characteristics of each module and may include the following types of assessments: case study, essay, report, dissertation, market analysis, project output, valuation, etc.
In addition each module incorporates multiple self-assessment tests. Self-assessment tests are not part of the formal assessment but completion is strongly encouraged as students will be able to monitor and evaluate their learning process and identify areas requiring improvement.
At the end of the module the learner will be able to:
Assess the potential of contemporary information systems and information technology in transforming supply chains and logistics.
Analyse the external technological environment of supply chains, identifying threats posed and/or opportunities offered by information systems.
Evaluate, select, integrate and implement various types of management information systems.
Analyse data resources using various software packages and database management systems.
Uncover statistical relationships between variables, and draw inferences related to business intelligence.
ASSESSMENT STRATEGY
Based on the Programme Specification, students are formally assessed through the submission of coursework. The forms of coursework depend on the characteristics of each module and may include the following types of assessments: case study, essay, report, dissertation, market analysis, project output, valuation, etc.
In addition each module incorporates multiple self-assessment tests. Self-assessment tests are not part of the formal assessment but completion is strongly encouraged as students will be able to monitor and evaluate their learning process and identify areas requiring improvement.
FAQs
1
Assess the different stages of crafting, executing and reviewing a strategy.
2
Critically evaluate how these functions are applied in shipping.
3
Apply performance monitoring and management in the shipping context.
4
Evaluate Commercial Shipping Management Strategies.
Your tuition covers:
HD films per course, your own e-book, 24/7 support, professor video calls 3 times per month, extra webinars by Shipping industry titans
1
Good command of the English Language via IELTS, TOEFL or any other internationally approved English language certification.
2
Employer/Professor recommendation.