INFORMATION SECURITY

Course Description

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INFORMATION SECURITY

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

No evaluation items have been defined.

Course outcomes

1. 01 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to understand the key concepts of information security and how they work
2. 02 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to understand the foundational theory behind information security
3. 03 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to o design, develop, manage, and analyze security systems
4. 04 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to point out common threat and vulnerabilities.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Principles of Information Security, 3rd Edition by Micheal Whitman and Herbert Mattord
2. 02 Security in Computing, 3rd Edition by Charles P. Pfleeger and Shari Lawrence Pfleeger

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to understand the key concepts of information security and how they work
2. L02 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to understand the foundational theory behind information security
3. L03 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to o design, develop, manage, and analyze security systems
4. L04 At the end of the course, Students shall be able to point out common threat and vulnerabilities.

Program Outcomes

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Apply ethical principles, academic integrity, and responsible conduct of research in all phases of the research process, including data collection, analysis, reporting, and publication.
5. Identify and address the social, legal, and ethical implications of information systems research and its applications within organizational and societal contexts.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Collaborate and lead in interdisciplinary research environments, establishing productive scientific partnerships and managing research projects that integrate diverse academic perspectives.
9. 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.
10. Identify challenges and propose innovative, research-based solutions at the intersection of information systems, technology, and organizational strategy.
11. Deliver advanced-level MIS courses, supervise graduate research, and nurture academic development through effective mentorship and scholarly teaching.
12. Develop advanced information systems and decision support systems that align IT capabilities with organizational strategies using systems thinking and innovative design methodologies.

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