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Created by Joseph Straw, University of Akron & Steve Cramer, University of North Carolina, Greensboro
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Scope
The terms management information system (MIS), information system (IS), and information management (IM) are defined as "an organization system that employs information technology in providing information and communication services and the organization function that plans, develops, and manages the system". (Source: Davis, G. B. (2005). The Blackwell Encyclopedia Dictionary of Management, Management Information Systems (Vol. 7). Malden, Mass: Blackwell Business.)
Library of Congress Classification:
- T58.6-58.62: Management information systems
- HD28-70: Management. Industrial management--information resources management
- HF5546-5548.6: Office management
Outstanding MIS, IS, & IM Library Guides
North American Industry Classification System (NAICS)
Careers
Occupational Outlook Handbook by Profile from the Occupational Outlook Handbook, includes necessary education, skills, and salary information related to careers in information systems and knowledge management industry.
