DEGREE OPTIONS: ASSOCIATE’S & BACHELOR’S DEGREES

The syllabus in this course comprises six (6) tutorials and introduces the following topics:

i.        Programming and information systems ii.      Functions and Analysis of Business Systems iii.    Business Finance iv.    Management Information Systems v.      Database Creation and Website Design vi.    Software Development and Documentation

These tutorials open paths to new job opportunities and can be used to transfer into bachelor’s degree programs. An associate degree is a two-year college degree that you can obtain from a community college, junior college, or an online university. Students go on to do different things with their associate degree: some transfer into a bachelor’s degree program, while others choose to go directly into the workforce. You can also earn your associate degree after working for several years; it can be the first step to a new career or help you advance in your current one.

FIRST TUTORIAL

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Programming and Information Systems

·         Computing power and the significance of programming; ·         Software development and the immergence of GL generation (3GL to 5GL); ·         Computer network configuration for organisations. ·         Structure of organisational information systems.

Demand continues to be strong for students skilled in Information Technology. Of the top 10 degrees in demand for bachelor’s degree levels, four are computer related. The core courses provide the diverse but fundamental foundation in technology necessary to create a technology savvy individual. This tutorial aims to touch on all aspects of computer programming and information systems. It provides a practical hands-on approach to programming with an emphasis on solving business problems.

The future of computing is being shaped by transistors made from materials other than silicon. It’s being amplified by approaches that have nothing to do with transistor speed, such as deep-learning software and the ability to crowdsource excess computing power to create what amounts to distributed supercomputers. It may even redefine computing itself.

SECOND TUTORIAL

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Functions and Analysis of Business Systems

In this tutorial, let us examine:

·         Functions of a business system as a focus on process improvement and efficiency; ·         Systems development life cycle as clearly defined and distinct work phases; ·         Elements of data flow diagrams (DFD) with data storage and data flows; ·         Evaluation of completed business systems.

A business system is designed to connect all of an organisation’s intricate parts and interrelated steps to work together for the achievement of the business strategy. When defined principles and practices are applied to the systems and processes that deliver value to customers, the organisation is creating what is often referred to as a “business system.” Most often, organisations acquire information systems as part of a larger focus on process improvement and efficiency. These organisations need to invest in the right system to meet their needs: right functionality, right size, and for the right price. The business systems analyst role in most organisations is responsible for translating the organisation’s needs into requirements, which are then used to select or build the right system for the organisation.

A business system is a defined set of principles, practices and procedures that are applied to specific activities to achieve a specific result. Basically, it’s about creating a set of shortcuts that will make sure everything still gets done right.

THIRD TUTORIAL

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Business Finance

This tutorial will enhance the following topics:

·         Finance as an important tool in production and sales and the digital revolution; ·         Trends in accounting operations and computerisation of accounting systems; ·         Computer auditing as a systematic process to achieve IT objectives; ·         Cloud technology—in business finance; ·         Computerisation of accounting systems (features of computerised accounting software); ·         Audited financial statements and proof of their accuracy; ·         Computer auditing and the depth of auditing undertaken; ·         A quick guide to financial performance indicators (KPIs).

The aim of this tutorial is to help you get the right understanding of financial management; financial records and modern-day bookkeeping. Computerisation of accounting systems will also be discussed. In addition, the purpose of the tutorial is to develop intellectual competencies and practical skills in computer auditing and then learn of key financial performance indicators.

 

 

FOURTH TUTORIAL

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Management Information Systems (MIS)

In this tutorial, we examine:

·         MIS Resources (people, technology, business processes); ·         MIS Tools; ·         Operations Research and Computer Analysis (ORCA); ·         Construction of a MIS graphic model; ·         Characteristics of MIS; ·         Functions of MIS.

The first thing to think of is the definition of MIS. Management Information Systems (MIS) is the study of:

i)        People (personnel), ii)      Technology (equipment), iii)    Organisations (business processes).

And that embraces the relationships among them. MIS professionals help firms realise maximum benefit from investment in personnel, equipment, and business processes. MIS is a people-oriented field with an emphasis on service through technology. If you have an interest in technology and have the desire to use technology to improve people’s lives, a degree in MIS may be for you. This tutorial will go a long way to illustrate MIS models and characteristics, among other issues.

MIS is an organised integration of hardware and software technologies, data, processes, and human elements. It is a software system that focuses on the management of information technology to provide efficient and effective strategic decision making.

FIFTH TUTORIAL

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Database Creation and Website Design

In this tutorial, we intend to concentrate on:

·         Phases in Database Design; ·         Steps in Database Design; ·         Database Life Cycle (DBLC); ·         Database Implementation; ·         Website Design.

Data is there everywhere and so are databases of all kinds, and when it comes to web development, it is highly database-intensive because of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. This 4IR conceptualises rapid change to technology, industries, and societal patterns and processes in the 21st century due to increasing interconnectivity and smart automation. A part of this phase of industrial change is the joining of technologies like artificial intelligence, gene editing, to advanced robotics that blur the lines between the physical, digital, and biological worlds.

SIXTH TUTORIAL

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Software Development and Documentation

This tutorial comprises of:

·         Software Development and Deployment; ·         Application Lifecycle Management; ·         Features of Effective Software                          Development; ·         Software Documentation.

In this tutorial, we start with the need to understand the difference between software engineering and software development. To complement that, we learn why software documentation is one of the most important parts of a software project—although a lot of projects have little or no documentation to help their (potential) users how to use the software.

The chief difference between software engineers and software developers is scope. Developers do the small-scale work, completing a program that performs a specific function or set of functions. Engineers put many programs together to make sure they all work correctly. They also ensure that a program interacts the way it should with the hardware in question. To the untrained eye, there is no difference between software engineering and software development. However, within the IT world, there are major dissimilarities.

These tutorials open paths to new job opportunities and can be used to transition into bachelor’s degree programs. An associate degree is a two-year college degree that you can obtain from a community college, junior college, or an online university. Students go on to do different things with their associate degree: some transfer into a bachelor’s degree program, while others choose to go directly into the workforce. You can also earn your associate degree after working for several years; it can be the first step to a new career or help you advance in your current one.

TUTOR’S NOTES

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