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Information Systems and Data Management

Semester 2 · 27269 · Bachelor in Economics, Politics and Ethics · 2CP · EN


The course introduces the fundamental concepts of data management and information systems, with a focus on applications in the business context. Students will learn the basics of data organisation and storage, the structure of relational databases and the functioning of business information systems. Practical tools for data management and analysis will also be presented, including spreadsheets, database query languages (SQL), and software for data visualisation and management.

Teaching Hours: 20
Lab Hours: 20
Mandatory Attendance: Suggested, but not required.

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Educational objectives
ILO (Intended Learning Outcomes) ILO 1 Knowledge and understanding: ILO 1.1 basic knowledge of data management and computer programming for statistical and econometric analysis of socio-economic data; ILO 1.2 knowledge of the technical vocabulary of the subjects of this learning area; ILO 2 Ability to apply knowledge and understanding: ILO 2.1 ability to manage simple databases and carry out analysis of socio-economic data with the support of software; ILO 3 Making judgements ILO 3.1 Acquisition of the ability to make judgements and of the methodological tools useful for the critical analysis of data, sources, assumptions and implications of scientific practice, of the political, ethical and legal context within which economic phenomena are set and with which they interact ILO 4 Communication skills: ILO 4.1 Proficiency (oral and written) in Italian, German and English, including translation between these languages. Intercultural competence. Conceptual awareness, synthesis and written expression, in particular in the drafting of scientific or science-based documents ILO 5 Learning skills: ILO 5.1. Promotion of critical thinking and analytical skills that enable one to focus on complex problems in their long-term dynamics and in the variety of their implications, including ethical ones

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