Study the various emerging technologies like IoT and cloud computing in information systems in this free online course. This course will introduce you to a variety of emerging information system technologies that organizations are implementing. Topics covered include cloud computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), big data, blockchain, decision support systems, expert systems, knowledge management systems and various other technologies. Expand your knowledge of the operation of these exciting technologies in this information systems course.
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | CPD Certificate |
| Course Duration | 5-6 hours |
| Course Fee | Free |
| Entry Requirements | Like all courses on the Alison Free Learning platform this is a free, CPD-accredited course. A Graduate can choose to buy a certificate or diploma upon successful completion of a course, but this is not required or necessary. At Alison we believe that free education, more than anything, has the power to break through boundaries and transform lives. Alison is the world’s largest free online empowerment platform for education and skills training, offering over 5000 CPD accredited courses and a range of impactful career development tools. It is a for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making it possible for anyone, to study anything, anywhere, at any time, for free online, at any subject level. Through our mission, we are a catalyst for positive social change, creating opportunity, prosperity, and equality for everyone. |
| Career Path | What You Will Learn In This Free Course • Explain the concept of cloud computing technology • Summarize the role of the Internet of Things (IoT) in smart cities • Outline the key IoT technologies • Describe big data technology and its applications • Summarize virtual reality, augmented reality, and blockchain technology • Describe the knowledge management value chain • Distinguish between management information systems and decision support systems • Indicate the role of executive support systems in assisting better decision-making • List various expert systems used by organizations • Summarize the role of ‘MOODLE’ in managing, delivering, tracking and assessing various types of employee learning |
| Course Code | 3466 |

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