A Capstone Course in the Information Systems Curriculum |
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| Authors: | JND GUPTA RM WACHTER |
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| Institution: | aCFPIM is Professor of Management, Information and Communication Sciences, and Industry and Technology at the Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana, USA;bAssistant Professor of Management and Director of the Information Systems Program, Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana, USA |
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| Abstract: | To meet the demands of industry, the skill base necessary for information systems personnel has broadened in scope to encompass not only technical abilities but competence in team work, communication, and creativity, and an understanding of business functions. The traditional approach to information systems curricula, however, may not fully serve to address these areas in student development. This paper proposes the use of a capstone information systems course as a part of an information systems education to develop students’ abilities and skills needed in the integrative information systems/technology and business areas. It is argued that a properly designed and taught capstone course offers curriculum flexibility and can satisfy the requirements of stimulating the creative mind to integrate various interrelated concepts, and acquisition of practical knowledge. |
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