IT312 Emerging Trends in Business Technology (3 cr.)

This course surveys the technical advancements and innovations that are reshaping business technology. Students examine techniques for identifying technology trends, develop methodologies for evaluating new technologies for specific business use, craft effective presentations that solicit managerial buy-in, and model adoption strategies that minimize the risk of implementation failure.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate emerging business technologies.
2. Identify credible sources for business trends.
3. Examine new technologies for organizational adoption needs through business life- cycle analysis, technology assessments, and case studies.
4. Summarize the pros and cons of utilizing leading-edge technology applications for business solutions.