INFORMATION SECURITY
- Course
- MISY558 - INFORMATION SECURITY
- Department
- Master of Management Information Systems - English - Master
- Course Type
- Course
- Status
- Required
- Language
- English
- Credit
- 3
- ECTS
- 0
- T+P+L
- 3 + 0 + 0
- Course Coordinator(s)
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mary AGOYI
- Prerequisite
- -
- Keywords
- -
Course Description
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INFORMATION SECURITY
Evaluation Tools (Active Term)
No evaluation items have been defined.
Course outcomes
- 01 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to understand the key concepts of information security and how they work
- 02 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to understand the foundational theory behind information security
- 03 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to o design, develop, manage, and analyze security systems
- 04 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to point out common threat and vulnerabilities.
Course Syllabus
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Information security overview |
| Week 2 | Information security Threats and Attacks |
| Week 3 | Cryptography |
| Week 4 | Watermarking |
| Week 5 | Cyber security : case 1 |
| Week 6 | presentation1 |
| Week 7 | Cyber security : case 2 |
| Week 8 | Firewall |
| Week 9 | VPN |
| Week 10 | Biometrics & Access control |
| Week 11 | Cyber security : case 3 |
| Week 12 | project presentation |
| Week 13 | project presentation |
| Week 14 | project presentation |
| Week 15 | Final Exam |
Reference Books & Course Materials
- 01 Principles of Information Security, 3rd Edition by Micheal Whitman and Herbert Mattord
- 02 Security in Computing, 3rd Edition by Charles P. Pfleeger and Shari Lawrence Pfleeger
Learning Outcomes
- L01 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to understand the key concepts of information security and how they work
- L02 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to understand the foundational theory behind information security
- L03 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to o design, develop, manage, and analyze security systems
- L04 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to point out common threat and vulnerabilities.
Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of core concepts and theoretical frameworks in Management Information Systems, and apply them to develop innovative models that reflect current advancements in the field.
- Analyze complex organizational problems and design integrated information systems solutions by applying advanced MIS knowledge and synthesizing multiple theoretical perspectives.
- Develop and manage database systems and data-driven applications that ensure effective storage, retrieval, and use of organizational data in real-world contexts.
- Utilize data analytics, business intelligence tools, and data visualization techniques to extract actionable insights and support strategic, data-driven decision-making.
- Evaluate and apply emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, and Blockchain to drive digital transformation, enhance organizational performance, and formulate original research inquiries.
- Conduct independent and collaborative research using appropriate methodologies, and communicate findings effectively through scholarly writing and presentations suited to diverse audiences.
- dentify and address ethical, legal, and societal implications in the research, development, and use of information technologies, adhering to scientific and professional standards.
- Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams and demonstrate leadership in addressing complex technology-driven challenges.
- Apply project management methodologies and tools to plan, execute, and monitor IT projects within organizational settings.
- Develop and integrate information systems that align with organizational goals and strategies, supporting innovation and sustainable growth.
- Perform comprehensive systems analysis and design, including requirements gathering, modeling, prototyping, and evaluating enterprise system architectures such as ERP, CRM, and SCM.
- Assess and mitigate organizational information security risks by applying appropriate principles, technologies, and best practices in cybersecurity.
Po-Lo Matrix
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| L01 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L02 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L03 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L04 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |