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2015-2016 University Catalog

MSIS 620 - Economics of Technology Management

Credits: 2
Not Repeatable
Enables students to build and evaluate economic and business models that can be used to analyze real managerial questions that affect all types of institutions, especially firms in the information technology industry. Students develop a better understanding of the operation of markets in general and the use of various quantitative and qualitative methods when making decisions within the firm. The use of economic analysis allows students to identify and evaluate decision alternatives, the competitive environments of firms, and the factors that influence firm performance, especially in the information technology industry.

Equivalent to TECM 620 (2014-2015 Catalog).

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MS in Management of Secure Information Systems or MS in Technology Management programs.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 2
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0