Academic Calendar 2015/2016 - Technology, Business & Society

TMGT 3006  Technology, Business & Society

Antirequisites:

ADMN 2047

Hours:

Three hours of lecture per week for one term.

Credits:

3

Description:

This course takes a macro view of how technology affects business and our society. Societal considerations that are discussed include, privacy issues, ethical issues, globalization and differing rates of usage of technology by the third world. Technological issues associated with the ""wired world"" and automation's effects on the workplace and its impact on required productivity levels are also discussed. Finally, issues for individuals such as increased retraining requirements, increased worker mobility, questions about personal security, telecommuting and information overload are all considered.