This course focuses on the relationship between technology and human communication and interaction. Among topics studied is the process of creation, storage and transfer of knowledge and information within an organization. Technologies that support these actions will be emphasized. Students will study the information needs of various organizations and develop strategies for the selection of the appropriate technology to meet those needs. Students will be given many hands on examples of various technologies to support the business of many different organizations. Emphasis will be placed on the managerial side of Computer Information Systems, along with the skill set needed to manage Information Systems subordinates.