Role of information in decision-making. MIS Information plays a vital role in decision-making. Even to take very simple decisions, we need information. To understand the role played by information in decision-making, we have to understand how decisions are taken. Decision-making is basically a process that includes the following stages : 1. Identification and structuring of problem/opportunity : One needs … Read more
What is Information System? Definition, Characteristics and Types of information System. What is Information System? An information System can be seen as the organized combination of people, hardware, Software, communication, networks, data resources, policies and procedures, that stores, retrieves, transforms and disseminates, information in an organization. Various types of physical devices (hardware), information processing … Read more
What is System? Characteristics, Elements, Types and System Approach. System The word system is derived from the Greek word “systema”, which means a organized relationship among the following unit or component.“A system is an orderly grouping of interdependent components linked together according to a plan to achieve a specific objective”. The study of system … Read more
What is MIS? Definition, Objectives and Components. Definition MIS Can be defined as a system that: 1. Provides information to support managerial functions like planning , organizing, staffing, directing and controlling. 2.It collects information in a systematic and a routine manner which is in accordance with a well defined set of rules. 3. It includes … Read more
BCA 5th Semester Syllabus BCA – 301: MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM (MIS) UNIT – I Introduction to system and Basic System Concepts, Types of Systems, The Systems Approach, Information System: Definition & Characteristics, Types of information, Role of Information in Decision-Making, Sub-Systems of an Information system: EDP and MIS management levels, EDP/MIS/DSS. UNIT –II An … Read more
