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Bmgt 322: Management Information Systems Question Paper

Bmgt 322: Management Information Systems

Course:Bachelor Of Commerce

Institution: Kabarak University question papers

Exam Year:2014

KABARAK UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
2013/2014 ACADEMIC YEAR
FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
BMGT 322: MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
DAY: FRIDAY

DATE: 18/04/2014
TIME: 8.30 – 10.30 A.M. STREAM: Y3S2
INSTRUCTIONS

1. There are four (4) questions; attempt any three (3).
2. All questions carry equal marks.
3. Failure to adhere to the instructions on the cover page of the answer booklet will be penalized.

QUESTION ONE
a) Distinguish the following terminologies in view of Management Information Systems;
i.Intranet versus extranet
ii.Decision Support Systems versus Executive Information Systems
iii.Deterministic systems versus Probabilistic Systems
iv.Batch processing versus Real-time processing
v.Operating Systems versus Utility programs(10 marks)
b) Data security cannot be overlooked when developing a new system. Discuss.(10 marks)
c) Explain the relationship between value and quality of information with relevant
examples.(10 marks)

QUESTION TWO
a) A bank has decided to expand its customer base by use of m-Banking instead of opening
very many branches and maintain expensive staff. Explain how such a Strategic
Information System could be used to obtain competitive advantage and the advantages
that could be achieved.(10 marks)
b) Discuss e-commerce and its benefits.(10 marks)

QUESTION THREE

a) Define the term Database Management System (DBMS) and hence discuss the standard
functions of a DBMS.(15 marks)
b) Systems approach involves systematic approach to problem solving. Explain its
application in management and the steps that one would carry out.(10 marks)

QUESTION FOUR
a) What is Systems Development Life Cycle? Describe how you would use this
methodology to develop a reliable Stock Management System to avoid overstocking or
inadequate stocks.(10 marks)
b) Explain characteristics of Management Information System at different levels of
management.(10 marks)

QUESTION FIVE
a) Data in an organization is not a byproduct. Discuss. Hence explain role of MIS in an
organization.(10 marks)
b) Explain the components of an Information System and using an example explain what
could be the problem if you encountered very long queues at your Bank on frequent
basis.(10 marks)

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