ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
- Course
- MISY513 - ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
- Department
- Master of Management Information Systems - English - Master
- Course Type
- Course
- Status
- Required
- Language
- English
- Credit
- 3
- ECTS
- 8
- T+P+L
- 3 + 0 + 0
- Course Coordinator(s)
- Asst. Prof. Dr. DAGNU HAILE TESSEMA
- Prerequisite
- -
Course Description
This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of organizational and management principles within the context of modern business and information systems. It introduces the roles and responsibilities of managers, explores internal and external factors shaping organizational performance, and examines key decision-making processes, including common errors and biases. Students will gain insight into planning, organizational structure, and group dynamics while analyzing integrative managerial issues. A significant emphasis is placed on the IS Strategy Triangle, highlighting the strategic alignment of information systems with business goals. By completion of the course, students will develop managerial thinking, analytical skills, and leadership competencies essential for effective decision-making in dynamic and complex environments.
ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
Evaluation Tools (Active Term)
| Item | Type | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Project | Project | 30 |
| Midterm Exam | Midterm | 30 |
| Final Exam | Final | 40 |
| Total | 100 | |
Course outcomes
- 01 Explain the basic concepts of management
- 02 Understand the importance of Organization and Management for growing organizations
- 03 Use Management techniques and Organizaiton tools in order to evaluate the companies
- 04 Describe the barriers and catalyzers of organizational management• Analyze the potential areas for growth via effective use of IS
- 05 Discuss and evaluate the recent topics related within the field such as virtual organizations, big data, artificial intelligence and internet of things
Course Syllabus
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to Management |
| Week 2 | Organisations and Their Environment: Environmental Influences |
| Week 3 | Organisations and Their Environment: Strategic Management |
| Week 4 | Organisations and Their Environment: Strategic Management |
| Week 5 | Organisations and Their Environment: Digital Transformation |
| Week 6 | Organisations and Their Environment: Internationalisation |
| Week 7 | Organisations and Their Environment: Ethics |
| Week 8 | Midterm exam week |
| Week 9 | Midterm exam week |
| Week 10 | People and Organisations: The Future Of Work |
| Week 11 | People and Organisations: Human Resource Management |
| Week 12 | Structure and Organisation: Proces and Control |
| Week 13 | Presentations |
| Week 14 | Presentations |
| Week 15 | Final Exam week |
Reference Books & Course Materials
- 01 Marcus, J., & Van Dam, N. (2019). Handbook Organisation and Management: A Practical Approach. Routledge.
Learning Outcomes
- L01 Explain the basic concepts of management
- L02 Explain a diverse work force and its effect on management
- L03 Explain organizational design and various styles of leadership
- L04 Explain the control procedures within organizations
- L05 Analyze notable case studies in management
Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate mastery of advanced research methodologies (quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods) by critically analyzing literature, identifying research gaps, and designing original studies that contribute to MIS theory and practice.
- Conduct and defend an original doctoral dissertation that reflects independent scholarly inquiry, academic rigor, and a significant contribution to the advancement of knowledge in MIS.
- Exhibit readiness for thesis monitoring and defense by articulating the philosophical foundations of research paradigms, positioning one's research within these frameworks, and responding to scholarly critique.
- Apply ethical principles, academic integrity, and responsible conduct of research in all phases of the research process, including data collection, analysis, reporting, and publication.
- Identify and address the social, legal, and ethical implications of information systems research and its applications within organizational and societal contexts.
- Employ advanced data science techniques, including statistical modeling, machine learning, and AI-based analytics, to examine complex datasets and extract meaningful insights in MIS research.
- Recognize and evaluate emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, blockchain, and the Internet of Things, assessing their transformative impact on organizational processes and digital ecosystems.
- Collaborate and lead in interdisciplinary research environments, establishing productive scientific partnerships and managing research projects that integrate diverse academic perspectives.
- Publish high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals, present findings at international conferences, and actively engage in academic service such as journal reviewing, conference organizing, and committee participation.
- Identify challenges and propose innovative, research-based solutions at the intersection of information systems, technology, and organizational strategy.
- Deliver advanced-level MIS courses, supervise graduate research, and nurture academic development through effective mentorship and scholarly teaching.
- Develop advanced information systems and decision support systems that align IT capabilities with organizational strategies using systems thinking and innovative design methodologies.
Po-Lo Matrix
| LO | Average | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1.67 |
| L02 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1.67 |
| L03 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2.25 |
| L04 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 2.58 |
| L05 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3.42 |