Title: Module 2 Introduction
Course: CIS2321 Information Systems > Section: Module 2 - Analyzing the Business Case

In this module, we will learn how to analyze the business case. We investigate why it is important to understand business operations and requirements, the impact of IT projects to support the company's strategic plan, how to start a systems project, and how a system analyst would conduct a preliminary investigation and feasibility study.

Module Objectives

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

- Explain the concept of a business case and how a business case affects an IT project
- Describe the strategic planning process and why it is important to the IT team
- Conduct a SWOT analysis and describe the four factors involved
- Define operational, technical, economic, and schedule feasibility
- Describe the steps and the end product of a preliminary investigation

Readings and Resources

Textbook, Chapter 2 – Analyzing the Business Case