ISDP2: Management information system – UNIT 1 THEORY OF MANAGEMENT

The system designs created by system analysts must operate within the confines of management structures. It is therefore vital for system analysts to have a grasp of the theory of management before conducting analysis and design. In any event, they will be dealing with managers a lot, so, understanding the mechanism of the management process makes it easier to anticipate the needs of managers in system designs. 2.0 OBJECTIVES By the end of this unit, you should be able to: • Explain the divisional structure of organizational management • Explain the functional approach to management • Describe the structure of the Strategic Information Center • Explain the various design alternatives in an Information Support System setting