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Advanced Topics in Business and Technology

Analytical Thinking
Critical Thinking

Course Description

Advanced topics in business and technology. As the pace of technological change is rapid and constant, course topics will be adjusted as needed to provide students with up-to-date knowledge and skills. Special attention will be given to emerging technologies that impact business strategies and processes.


Athena Title

Adv Business and Technology


Non-Traditional Format

This course will be taught 95% or more online.


Prerequisite

MIST 7510E or MIST 7500E


Semester Course Offered

Offered spring


Grading System

A - F (Traditional)


Student learning Outcomes

  • Students will critically assess the potential impact of emerging technologies on businesses, industries, and global economies.
  • Students will understand investment, and integration of new technologies in business contexts.
  • Students will analyze how advanced technologies can support business goals, enhance innovation, and contribute to competitive advantage.
  • Students will examine and articulate the ethical, legal, and cybersecurity considerations involved in deploying emerging technologies in professional environments.
  • Students will explore selected cutting-edge technologies through hands-on activities and effectively communicate their insights and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Topical Outline

  • Introduction to Emerging Technologies & Business Impact
  • Evaluating Emerging Technologies & Their Business Implications
  • Strategic Decision-Making in Technology Adoption
  • Technology-Business Alignment & Competitive Advantage
  • Risk, Ethics, and Security Considerations
  • Deep Dive into Selected Emerging Technologies (changes each semester)
  • Developing Technology Roadmaps & Adoption Strategies
  • Future Trends and Disruptive Innovations
  • Communicating Technology Strategies to Stakeholders

Institutional Competencies Learning Outcomes

Analytical Thinking

The ability to reason, interpret, analyze, and solve problems from a wide array of authentic contexts.


Critical Thinking

The ability to pursue and comprehensively evaluate information before accepting or establishing a conclusion, decision, or action.



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