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IRM
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200
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Principles of Information Resource Management
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(4)
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Designed to prepare students to understand the principles of information
resources management and the role these principles play in the overall
management of organizations and their information resources. Topical areas
addressed include: information resources; types of information; value
of information; information processing techniques; information processing
personnel and users; information users and types of information needs;
information systems structures; and information delivery techniques.
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IRM
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401
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Directed Studies
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(1-4)
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A tutorial-based course used only for student-initiated proposals for
intensive individual study of topics not otherwise offered in the Information
Resource Management Program. Prerequisites: consent of instructor and
school dean.
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IRM
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402
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Communication Technology and Information Management
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(4)
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Enables students to understand the components of communication technologies
and their importance in information management and dissemination within
the organization and other organizations. Topical areas addressed include:
telecommunications and information; communication technology; communication
design and networks; communications standards and controls; and communications
systems planning and development. Prerequisite: IRM 200.
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IRM
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403
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Information Resources Management Design and Implementation
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(4)
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Provides students with hands-on understanding of the design and implementation
of information systems in organizations. Topics of study include: information
management and information systems; systems analysis of information systems;
systems definition of information systems; systems design of information
systems; systems implementation of information systems; and systems maintenance
and management of information systems. Prerequisite: IRM 200.
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IRM
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404
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Data Resource Structures and Administration
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(4)
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Students gain a basic knowledge of various data resources administration
and database management and their applications in organizations. Areas
of study include data resources and information; database concepts and
applications; strategic information systems planning; and applications
of data administration. Prerequisite: IRM 200.
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IRM
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412
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Special Topics in Information Resource Management
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(2-4)
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A changing-title course in information resource management.
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IRM
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440
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Information Resource Management Internship
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(2-4)
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Students receive credit for meeting pre-arranged learning objectives
while working for a company or non-profit organization. Cooperative Education
gives students the opportunity to compare their understanding of classroom
material with current best practices in their field. Credit is based on
the number of hours at the job site and the nature of the learning objectives.
Monthly class sessions reinforce the student learning objectives, and
allow interns to compare their experiences with other interns. Prerequisites:
IRM 200; junior or senior standing (transfer students must complete a
minimum of 15 Westminster credit hours); completion of the Career Center
Internship Workshop; and approvals from the Gore School of Business Practice
Experience Coordinator and the Career Center Internship Coordinator.
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IRM
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441
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Information Resource Management Practicum
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(4)
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The Disciplinary Practicum is a student team-based, company consultation
project. The project addresses a real issue of concern to a client company
(or non-profit organization), requires extensive research, and results
in a formal oral presentation and written report to the company. Students
work in teams of 3-6 students under the supervision of a Gore School of
Business faculty member. Prerequisites: IRM 200; MATH 150; junior or senior
standing.
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IRM
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442
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Professional Portfolio
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(2)
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The Professional Portfolio is designed for mid-career professionals.
The class gives students the opportunity to assess their interests and
skills, design a career plan, and create a portfolio, which documents
what they have to offer to an organization in an appropriate field. Students
must have at least five years of professional or managerial experience
to enroll in this class. Prerequisites: IRM 200; junior or senior standing;
and approval of the Gore School of Business Experience/Practice Coordinator.
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