Norbert Wiener (1894-1964) American Jew of Spaniard descent Norbert Wiener earned his Ph.D. from Harvard University at the age of 18. Wiener contributed to many areas of mathematics and science, but he became famous for developing the field of science called cybernetics. Interdisciplinary in nature, cybernetics is concerned with communication and control systems in living organisms, machines, and organizations. Master of Information Systems Management This program is based on the fundamental premise that the major role of information technology is to provide solutions to business problems, and to provide opportunities for companies by increasing productivity and quality, and enabling business process reengineering. Master of ISM Curriculum Management and the Networked Enterprise I and II Managing the Digital Firm Information Systems in the Enterprise Information Systems, Organizations, Management, and Strategy The Digital Firm: Electronic Comerce and Electronic Business Ethical and Social Issues in the Digital Firm Information Technology Infrastructure I and II Managing Hardware and Software Assets Managing Data Resources Telecommunications and Networks The Internet and the New Information Technology Infrastructure Organizational Support Systems Managing Knowledge for the Digital Firm Enhancing Management Decision Making Building Information Systems Redesigning the Organization with Information Systems Understanding the Busines Value of Systems and Managing Change Management Information Systems Information Systems Security and Control Managing International Information Systems Thesis Master of Business Management This program prepares students for the exciting, challenging, and rewarding career of managing in an international environment as we move toward the twenty-first century. Management is an essential for any organization where managers are charged with the responsibility of taking actions that will make it possible for individuals to make their best contributions to group objectives. Master of BM Curriculum The Basis of Global Management Management and Managers Outside the Organization: Understanding the Environment Inside the Organization: Adapting to Change Themes in Management Global Business: Bridging Nations and Cultures Social Responsability and Ethics Managing for Quality Enterprise Planning and Decision Making Planning and Strategic Management Decision Making: Choosing from Alternatives Business Organization Organizing: Principles and Design Leading and Communicating Leadership and Motivation Groups and Teams Communication in Management Implementing Policies and Plans Human Resource Management Operations Management Marketing: Managing Relations with Customers Innovation: From Ideas to Customer Benefits Control Techniques Control of Management Processes Control, Learning, and Change Thesis Master's Degrees For these master's degrees you need to accumulate a total of 40 points. A bachelor's degree is a prerequisite for WSAS acceptance, but applicants aged thirty and over who do not hold a bachelor's degree will be considered on merit on the basis of professional experience and prior training, private study, etc., if it is felt that the applicant may be capable of successfully completing a program. Throughout the program you are expected to undertake assignments. These are usually marked by your tutor, who will comment constructively on your work. All students will be required to present a final project in a pre-approved subject area. The total tuition fees for our master's degree programs are €1650.00. You can choose from payment plans A, B, and C. According to payment plan A (10% off), you would have to pay €1485.00 in one full payment at enrollment time. According to plan B, €413.00 at enrollment time and three more identical installment payments in two, four, and six months from registration. According to plan C (10% interest), €454.00 at registration and twelve monthly installment payments of €113.00 each. Tuition includes textbooks and shipping cost. About Wiener School for Advanced Studies WSAS provides adult continuing education. It was developed to meet the needs of adults by offering information systems management and business management programs on an international basis. The programs have been organized and developed using as a starting point the "off-campus" external degree concept tried and tested by the various "universities without walls". You decide how long you will take to complete your course work. While you are studying, a teacher will be available to offer help, answer questions, and guide you through the learning process, but students are free to choose their own study pace. As an institution of distance learning, WSAS has been able to assemble a faculty of recognized experts from throughout the global marketplace. Our faculty consists of university professors, business executives, consultants, and other specialists. Though these instructors vary in subject matter expertise, they share important attributes. All of them are actively practicing what they teach, and they are skilled in imparting their knowledge through distance learning channels and technology. WSAS is committed to providing equal opportunities for study. We welcome applications from English speaking people of all nationalities and from any background, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, occupation, marital status, sensory or physical disability, religious or other beliefs. WSAS is an international institution registered and established in Spain since 1999, which has many students all over the world. WSAS educational programs are acknowledged as the foremost, with an excellent academic reputation. WSAS staff and lecturers are very committed to quality in services. 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