Diploma in Management Information Systems

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(MIS)

To create an opportunity to gain a Diploma in MIS along with knowledge in Software Development skills and Management skills.

For professionals/executives to enhance their breadth and depth of knowledge and qualifications in Information Systems.

The students who completes the diploma in MIS can join the BSc(MIS) programme which specially intended to enable to study a wider range of units with a substantial piece of research that may open a pathway into a MSc.

Syllabus / Content

  1. Introduction to Information Systems
    • Introduction to Hardware and Software
    • Number Systems
    • Data Representation Techniques
    • Computer Organization and Architecture
    • Introduction to Algorithms
    • File design with MS Access
    • Information System concepts
  2.  Management Process and Practices
    • Introduction to principles of Business Management
    • Organizational planning
    • Organizing
    • Leadership
    • Communication
    • Controlling
    • Business Ethics
  3. Business Mathematics
    • Basic Mathematics
    • Probability
    • Statistics
    • Regression & Time Series Forecasting
    • Financial Mathematics
  4. Database Design Techniques
    • Introduction to DBMS
    • Database Design Methodology
    • Implementation
    • Entity Relationship Diagrams
    • Data Normalization
    • Relational Data Model
    • Structured Query Languages (SQL)
    • Database Security
  5. Fundamentals Of Programming using .NET
    • Introduction to Programming
    • Overview of .NET
    • Objects in .NET
    • Data Types
    • Windows Applications in .NET
    • Windows Forms Basics
    • User Interface Design
    • Menus & Menu Design
    • Input Validations and exception Handling
    • Functions & procedures
    • Database Connectivity
    • Report generation using Crystal Reports
  6. Economics of Business Enterprise
    • Introduction to Business Economics
    • Market forces
    • Different forms of market
    • Inside working of business
    • Basic macro economics
  7. Object Oriented Programming using Java with Netbeans
    • Introduction to Java Language Environment
    • Classes, Interfaces and Packages
    • Exception Handling
    • Multithreaded Programming
    • Swing Programming
    • Event Handling
    • Strings
    • Database Connectivity
  8. Project Management
    • Introduction to Project Management
    • Structures and Frameworks
    • Strategy and project management
    • Project definition
    • Time planning
    • Critical chain project management
    • Cost and quality planning
    • Plan analysis and risk management
    • Microsoft Project
  9. Computer Technology
    • Introduction to Computer Hardware and Software
    • Hardware components
    • Software Installation
    • Emerging Trends in Computer Technology (Cloud Computing, Mobile Computing, IOT)
    • Troubleshooting
    • Computer Networks
  10. Human Resource Management
    • Introduction to HRM
    • HR Planning
    • Recruitment
    • Performance appraisal
    • Human resource development
  11. Information Systems Development
    • Introduction to Information System design and development
    • Requirement Analysis
    • System Design
    • System Implementation and Maintenance
    • Software Development Life Cycle Models
    • Emerging Practices in system design
    • Project risk management techniques 
  12. Software Quality Asssurance
    • Introduction to Software Quality Engineering
    • Test Design Techniques
    • Test Management
    • Non Functional Testing
    • Test Automation 
  13. Information Systems Auditing
    • Introduction to Information Systems Auditing
    • Governance  and Management of IT
    • Information Systems Acquisition, Development and Maintenance
    • Information Systems Operations 
  14. Final Group project

Entry Requirements

This diploma is suitable for those who seek careers at the crossroads of information technology (IT) and Business and Management. There are many career paths to choose from, as the demand for more managerially orientated computing experts is growing. You will be equipped to complement technical skills with management skills. 

? 5 Credits in G C E (O/L) including Mathematics and English or 
? 2 Simple passes in G C E (A/L) or
? Minimum of 1 year industrial experience or
? Any alternative qualification accepted by the selection board

Fee & Funding

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Methodology

Lectures / Assignments / Tutorial Sessions / Demonstrations and Practical Sessions.

Course Director(s)

Mr.Manchanayake R G

Lectures & Practicals

09.00 am - 05.00 pm ( Sunday)

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