Training Course on Building Winning Information Systems Management (ISM) Strategies
1Summary
Every large company that adopts a new information system is making a bet that it will pay off — and the gap between a smart investment and a costly mistake usually comes down to how well that system is managed. This training course looks at Information Systems Management (ISM) strategy from that angle, giving participants a structured way to evaluate, plan, and apply IS strategies rather than just describing what information systems are.
Multinational corporations do not adopt complex IS platforms out of habit — they do it because a well-managed system delivers a measurable return. The course combines theory with hands-on practice so that employees, supervisors, and directors alike leave with the strategic skills needed to manage Information Systems effectively within their own organizations.
2Objectives and target group
Course Objectives:
- Evaluate different types of Information Systems and their core software.
- Apply proven ISM techniques to real management scenarios.
- Compare and select ISM strategies suited to different company sizes.
- Use Information Systems professionally to support daily operations.
- Understand the practical branches of IS relevant to a company's structure.
Target Audience:
- Directors and supervisors overseeing companies that use Information Systems.
- Employees in medium and large organizations working with IS platforms.
- Engineers in computerization and information departments.
- Technical department staff and IT-adjacent professionals.
- Directors planning to introduce Information Systems into their companies.
3Course Content
Module 1: Why Information Systems Strategy Matters to Companies
- The real cost of an unmanaged or poorly matched Information System
- How multinational companies decide which systems are worth adopting
- Setting the strategic context before diving into technical detail
Module 2: Types of Information Systems and Their Software
- Overview of common IS categories used in modern companies
- Matching system types to organizational needs
- Recognizing widely used IS software in the market
Module 3: Core Techniques of Information Systems Management
- Key ISM techniques for maintaining reliable systems
- Common pitfalls in managing Information Systems
- Building consistency across departments using shared techniques
Module 4: Applying and Mastering ISM Techniques in Practice
- Hands-on application of ISM techniques to real scenarios
- Troubleshooting and refining system management routines
- Measuring the practical impact of applied techniques
Module 5: Evaluating the Benefits of Information Systems
- Detailed review of how IS platforms create business value
- Comparing benefits across different software solutions
- Building a case for continued investment in Information Systems
Course Venues:
- Sessions run across multiple countries, including Egypt, Jordan, Malaysia, Turkey, the UK, France, Italy, Germany, Sweden, Austria, and Denmark, as well as Australia and the United States.
- Dates and locations can be arranged to suit your schedule.
Delivery Formats:
- Group training at Academy centers.
- One-to-one training.
- Practical, field-based training.
- Theoretical training in Academy classrooms.
Certificate:
- Participants receive a certificate accredited by the Arab British Fellowship Training Academy upon completion.