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Management information systems - Exam
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  • 1. Management Information Systems (MIS) is a field that focuses on how businesses use technology to manage information and support decision-making processes. MIS professionals are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing systems that collect, store, and analyze data to help organizations make strategic decisions. These systems can range from basic software applications to complex databases and data warehouses. By utilizing MIS, businesses can improve efficiency, increase productivity, and gain a competitive advantage in today's data-driven marketplace.

    Which type of system is used for capturing, storing, and managing electronic documents?
A) Document Management System (DMS)
B) Supply Chain Management (SCM)
C) Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
D) Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
  • 2. What is the main benefit of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems for businesses?
A) Maximizing shareholder profits
B) Employee monitoring and surveillance
C) Reduced production costs
D) Improved customer satisfaction and loyalty
  • 3. What is the role of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems in organizations?
A) Providing physical security
B) Integrating business functions and processes
C) Offering entertainment to employees
D) Monitoring internet usage
  • 4. How does a System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) contribute to MIS implementation?
A) It promotes chaos and disorder
B) It focuses on immediate system shutdowns
C) It ignores system testing
D) It provides a structured approach to developing and maintaining information systems
  • 5. How do Executive Information Systems (EIS) differ from other information systems?
A) They do not involve decision-making
B) They are designed for entry-level employees
C) They are tailored for top-level executives providing strategic information
D) They focus on day-to-day operational tasks
  • 6. What is the main role of Information Systems Audit in organizations?
A) Increasing maintenance costs
B) Ignoring data privacy concerns
C) Monitoring employee bathroom breaks
D) Evaluating the effectiveness of information systems controls
  • 7. What is the role of a Transaction Processing System (TPS) in an organization?
A) Regulating company policies
B) Capturing and processing transaction data in real-time
C) Monitoring employee behavior
D) Randomly generating reports
  • 8. What is the role of a Geographic Information System (GIS) in an organization?
A) Managing financial transactions
B) Calculating employee wages
C) Mapping and analyzing spatial data
D) Monitoring employee communication
  • 9. How does a Management Information System (MIS) impact organizational efficiency?
A) By promoting data inaccuracies
B) By increasing employee turnover rates
C) By streamlining processes and providing accurate information
D) By creating more administrative hurdles
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