Enterprise Architecture

This course explores the design, selection, implementation and management of enterprise IT solutions with a focus on applications, infrastructure and their fit in business. Topics include frameworks and strategies for infrastructure management, system administration, data/information architecture, content management, distributed computing, middleware, legacy system integration, system consolidation, software selection, total cost of ownership calculations, IT investment analysis, and emerging technologies. Addressed from within and beyond the organization, attention is paid to managing risk and security within audit and compliance standards while concisely communicating technology architecture strategies to a general business audience. Taking MIS 3050 prior to this course is strongly recommended.