A Manager's Guide to Information Technology

This web-based, self-paced course can be accessed through the Procurement U Learning Management System (LMS).

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Delivery Method:

Web Based Training (WBT) - Self Paced

Contact Hours:

Registration:

$181.30

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About The Course

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Course Description:

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollment

Description:

This course is designed to help managers develop a solid understanding of the basic concepts and technologies that they will encounter in the information technology field. Learners in this course will expand their knowledge of IT through games, videos, interactive exercises, quizzes, and other engaging content. Topics of major concern to managers are discussed throughout the course and include big data, cloud implementations, and mobile computing. Learners will combine these with business concepts in order to better inform business decisions. Examples of real-world cases involving IT security and other relevant topics are also incorporated to further expand a learner's knowledge of IT. In addition, certifications and careers in IT are introduced with explanations of each in this crucially important field.

Learning Objectives:

Trace the evolution of information technology;

Explain the basics of computing;

Describe operating systems and how process and memory management, the kernel, and other OS concepts work together;

Discuss a variety of programming concepts;

Explore different types of software;

Discuss software management, application security, and the role of server software;

Describe different network infrastructures, configurations, and physical components;

Discuss mobile technologies, e-commerce concepts, and platforms;

Explore the major social media websites, Web 2.0, and virtual communities;

Explain the basics of information governance and information security governance

Contact Hours: This course is worth (10) hours of continuing education credit

CEUs: 1

Key Features:

Mobile-friendly
Fully accessible
Interactive activities
Video content
Real-world case studies
Expert-supported
Credit-awarding

Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

Notes:

Estimated time to complete: 10 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.

This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.

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