MGW3381 Management information systems
Faculty of Business and Economics
MGW3381 Management information systems is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2026 in Semester 2 at Malaysia. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 2
- Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 2 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Overview
This unit provides an overview of the strategic and operational significance of Management Information Systems (MIS) in modern organisations. You will explore how information systems are employed to drive global competitiveness, improve operational efficiency, and support data-driven decision-making. Key topics include information systems in global business, eBusiness and collaboration technologies, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, data management, and enterprise applications. You will address ethical and social issues, artificial intelligence, knowledge management, and project management for global systems. Through real-world case studies and active learning, you will gain a solid foundation in the role of MIS in enabling innovation and delivering value in the digital economy.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Written80%
- Presentation20%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
explain the concept of management information systems and critically analyse its applications in dynamic business settings
- 2
critically evaluate the strategies used by organisations to develop, implement, and manage advanced information systems, employing digital and analytics tools to foster business innovation and sustainability
- 3
explain and apply communication skills in the management of technological and organisational change in various business environments
- 4
assess and apply a global perspective to the design and management of information systems, understanding the impact of diverse cultural and business practices on international competitiveness
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 hours
- Teaching approachCase-based teaching
- Teaching approachActive learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.
This unit includes case-based teaching, where you apply your knowledge and engage in analytical and reflective thinking to solve complex contextual scenarios. Activities are often designed so that there is not one clear answer, but you need to work together to examine, analyse and make decisions to resolve the situation.
This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Learning resources
Required resources
- Laudon, K.C. & Laudon, J.P. (2020). Management Information Systems: Managing the Digital Firm (16th edition). England: Pearson Education Limited. ISBN 13 : 9781292296562.
- Bourgeois, D. (2019). Information Systems for Business and Beyond (2019), URL: https://opentextbook.site/informationsystems2019/
Where it fits
MGW3381 is part of 1 area of study in the 2026 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Teh Pei Lee
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MGW3381?
MGW3381 has no prerequisites.
When is MGW3381 offered?
In 2026, MGW3381 runs in Semester 2 at Malaysia.
How much work is MGW3381?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does MGW3381 have an exam?
No. MGW3381 has 2 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include MGW3381?
MGW3381 is part of Management.