MS 389 - Data Center Management

• Explore and debate critical issues related to managing and administering the IS function
• Investigate the core management functions associated with distributed and Internet-based network, including E-Business issues
• Examine the management functions associated with IS operations and data administration. Understand the role of outsourcing and managing the security risk to the firm
• Assess the technologies for developing application systems and the management issues with development process
• Review performance based process categories to assess the operational performance of the data center in terms of operational effectiveness
• Understand the financial issues associated with IS function in terms of budgeting, chargeback, and financial analysis
• Understand the legal and process elements associated with the acquisition of hardware and software
• Use case study examples to reinforce course concepts

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• Managing the I/S structure (3 classes)
• Distributed systems architecture and management issues (2 classes)
• Management of Telecom, Operations, and Data Administration (5 classes)
• Systems development management (2 classes)
• Financial issues with the I/S function (1 class)
• Hardware/Software Acquisition (2 classes)
• Data Center Performance Metrics (2 classes)
• Knowledge Systems - Management Issues (1 class)
• Hour examinations and review (4 classes)