Course Description
Introduction to globalization and its linkage with information technology. Topics covered include globalization strategies; cultural and structural issues impacting the development, adoption, and use of IT; offshore sourcing; the digital divide; and e-readiness.
Athena Title
Globalization and Info Systems
Prerequisite
MIST 2090 or MIST 2090E or MIST 2090H
Semester Course Offered
Offered every year.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course the student will: 1. Understand the forces that lead to globalization as well as its advantages and disadvantages. 2. Understand the various globalization strategies as well as the fit between the globalization strategy for the organization and the IS department. 2. Appreciate how cultural and structural issues impact the development, adoption, and use of IT. 3. Understand the factors that determine a nation's e-readiness and implications for e-commerce. 4. Understand the challenges involved in global software development and implementation. 5. Examine the off-shore sourcing phenomenon, its benefits and risks as well as risk-mitigating strategies. 6. Understand IT in less developed countries and the digital divide.
Topical Outline
Globalization and e-readiness Globalization strategies Cultural and Structural Issues Offshore sourcing Global Software Development and Implementation Software Piracy IT in Less Developed Countries and the Digital Divide