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This document provides the coursework assignment brief for the module "Information Systems Management" at the University of Plymouth. Students are asked to prepare a 2,500 word report on how organizations deal with security threats to their data and databases, and how data is protected, presenting best practices. The report must be submitted by Week 10, December 6, 2015 and is worth 50% of the total module marks. The learning outcomes to be examined are understanding database specification, design, implementation, testing, and use; analyzing organizational data storage and information needs; and evaluating database management and administration. Marking criteria define expectations for passing, and achieving 2:2, 2:1, and First class marks.

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Information System Management

This document provides the coursework assignment brief for the module "Information Systems Management" at the University of Plymouth. Students are asked to prepare a 2,500 word report on how organizations deal with security threats to their data and databases, and how data is protected, presenting best practices. The report must be submitted by Week 10, December 6, 2015 and is worth 50% of the total module marks. The learning outcomes to be examined are understanding database specification, design, implementation, testing, and use; analyzing organizational data storage and information needs; and evaluating database management and administration. Marking criteria define expectations for passing, and achieving 2:2, 2:1, and First class marks.

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Coursework Assignment Brief

Semester:

E15

Module Code:

PM304

Module Title:

Information Systems Management

Programme

BSc (Honours)

Level:

Level 6

Awarding Body:

University of Plymouth

Module Leader

Nick Barnett

Format:

Report

Presentation:

No

Any special
requirements:

All work should be submitted on the Student Portal along with an


acceptable Turnitin Report

Word Limit:

2,500 words (with 10% plus or minus leeway)

Deadline date for


submission:

Week 10 Sunday - 6/12/2015 / 12pm

Learning outcomes to
be examined in this
assessment

Understand how and why database systems are specified, designed,


implemented, tested, maintained and used.
Analyse an organisations requirements for data storage and
information gathering and how managerial decisions are influenced.
Evaluate the concept of database management and the technical
responsibilities of a database administrator.

Percentage of marks
awarded for module:

This assignment is worth 50% of the total marks for the module

Candidates must clearly label their ID Number on additional separate reference, formula or answer
sheets.

Assignment Task

With the increasing need of all organisations to collect and


store data, database management has become a key
component of business efficiency. Concerns about data
security and data efficiency are more important than ever.
Your task is to prepare a report into how organisations are
dealing with the security threats to their data and databases
and how they are protected, presenting the best practice in
dealing with security and efficiency issues.
Your report should include full references in Harvard style.
Total marks for assignment: 100
Marking Criteria
Fail: The report does not fulfil the requirements of the task by not researching and
referencing the work adequately, poor formatting and high Turnitin score.
Pass: In order to achieve a pass, your report should provide a range of information
about database security and data efficiency currently available providing some detail
about best practice.
This should include an adequate introduction, adequate coverage of background
information, discussion demonstrating basic understanding, but limited to a factual
account only, with little discussion.
Also, superficial reporting, no demonstration of in-depth understanding of topic and
the conclusion doesnt raise issues for further exploration. Clearly presented, spell
checked. A few sources referenced, only basic texts on a restricted range of
subjects.
2.2: In order to achieve a 2:2 mark, your report should show the above plus an
evaluation of the benefits to an organisation of good security and efficiency. Including
a clear presentation in identifiable sections, with a conclusion and basic sources
listed on a limited range of subjects, referenced in Harvard.
2.1: In order to achieve a 2:1 mark, your report should contain the above plus critical
commentary on the different methods used for improvement and security of data.
Including clear presentation with identifiable sections and conclusion and a number
of sources listed on a range of subjects, referenced in Harvard.
First: In order to achieve a First class mark, your report should provide the above,
plus analysis of the whole market for security and efficiency improvements and the
possible future developments and the benefits these would give.
To include, appropriate introduction, good coverage of background information on
the topic and discussion of area addressed shows good understanding. Good
conclusion demonstrating curiosity. Readable and clear layout, good illustration with

some diagrams and or examples, adequately annotated. Good range of literature


and sources (since 1995), fully referenced in Harvard style.

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