The textbook is based on the competency model for graduate programs in Information Systems, which was developed jointly by the AIS (Association for Information Systems) and the ACM (Association for Computing Machinery). It is designed to support information systems students and faculty who wish to integrate state-of-the-art MIS concepts, frameworks and applications into their teaching.

When teaching his Management Information Systems (MIS) course, Bernd Schenk often had difficulty finding a suitable textbook and explains: "This gap inspired me to develop a coherent textbook based on existing foundations in order to provide students and lecturers in Bachelor's and Master's programs with deeper, practice-oriented insights. This textbook is based on the competency model for graduate programs in Information Systems, which was jointly developed by the AIS (Association for Information Systems) and the ACM (Association for Computing Machinery). It is designed to support information systems students and faculty who wish to integrate state-of-the-art MIS concepts, frameworks and applications into their teaching. I hope it will help close the gap for anyone teaching or studying MIS."

The result is a textbook for advanced courses on management information systems (MIS). It bridges the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical applications, offering insights into both fundamental principles and emerging trends. Covering topics such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, enterprise architecture, and information systems governance, the book explores the multi-layered nature of MIS and its transformative impact on modern organizations.

Each chapter integrates foundational IS research with the latest thinking and applies it to case studies to ensure both relevance and academic rigor. Topics include alignment between business and IT, data-driven decision making, and the ethical challenges of managing information systems in today's complex, interconnected world. Through a combination of theoretical models, practical frameworks, and real-world examples, this book provides readers with the tools they need to navigate the evolving MIS landscape.
This book is supported by a companion website: www.advanced-mis.com, which provides teaching materials such as lecture slides, discussion questions and other resources to support teachers and students.