Professional Issues in Information Technology

Description

To function effectively, professional IT practitioners need not only the appropriate technical knowledge, skills and experience, but also a broad understanding of the context in which they operate. A good grounding in the relationship between technological change, society and the law, and the powerful role that computers and computer professionals play in a technological society, is essential. Professional Issues in Information Technology aids IT professionals to be capable in their chosen professional areas, operate effectively in work and community situations and to be aware of their environments.

Professional Issues in Information Technology is the only textbook tailored specifically to match the syllabus of the BCS Professional Examination compulsory Diploma module, Professional Issues in Information Systems Practice, in its entirety.

Professional Issues in Information Technology is a unique introduction to:

social, legal, financial, organizational and ethical issues in the context of the IT industry
the role of professional codes of conduct and ethics, and their practical application
key legislation including: intellectual property, liability for defective software, computer misuse, and intellectual property rights, from the perspective of IT professionals, not lawyers.
the role of professional institutions and their characteristics
the impact of information technology on humanity and the environment.
types of organizational structure and their legal statuses.
basic financial management and management accounting.
continuing professional development (CPD).