Publisher's Synopsis
This manual seeks to cover the principles and practice of management information systems. It is intended for both the suppliers of information systems - analysts, accountants and computer specialists - and the users of this information - management at all levels. This 5th edition has been extensively revised and includes new material on planning control and decision making. New chapters have been added on the role of computers and the design of management information systems.;The work is on the reading list for the following: ACCA Paper 2.5(b) in Organization and Management and Paper 2.7 in Information Systems in Development and Operation; AAT Paper 11 in Analysis and Design of Information Systems; CIMA Stage 2 in Information Technology Management; IDPM Part III in System Analysis and Design.;A lecturer's supplement is available.
