Description: Students learn how advances in information technologies, connectivity and data analytics are transforming business models and creating new avenues for business value creation. This course provides students with a business-driven leadership perspective on information technology (IT) by leveraging digital technologies for competitive advantage. Within the context of IT and digital strategy, topics covered may include: strategic alignment of IT, the impact of disruptive technologies on business models, effective leadership of IT, governance, project portfolio management, strategic sourcing, e-commerce, data analytics, privacy and cybersecurity.