ISTM 667 Digital Innovation and Information Systems Applied Research Project (2)

This directed research project provides students with an opportunity to develop a comprehensive understanding of theory and practice related to digital innovation and information systems management within a particular functional area or industry, thereby enabling students to acquire deep knowledge of a DIIS topic of personal interest. Students will complete an applied research project that seeks to inform contemporary business practice. The practice-oriented research project will be informed by assigned readings and completed by under the supervision of a faculty advisor. Prior to registration, the student must prepare a research proposal for review and approval by at least two ISTM faculty. If the research proposal is approved, a faculty advisor will be assigned who will identify an appropriate set of readings to guide the research study. The student will undertake the proposed research, then prepare and submit a comprehensive research paper. Prerequisite(s): Full-Time–ISTM 619 Technology and Operations Management (3). Fully Employed–ISTM 654 Information and Process Systems (4).

Grading Basis: Graded