Information systems play a central role in many aspects of business operations, being one of the most important functional components for the success of any modern socio-economic organization. This course introduces students to information systems, the role of information systems in the modern business environment, and issues to consider in the development and management of information systems in order to contribute to the creation of goods and services. high-quality services and gain a competitive advantage. The course also covers the Information Technology basis of information systems, the relevant ethical and social issues of privacy and security.