IS 453: Integrated Information Systems: Learning from and Enriching Mannheim Case Studies
Contents
This course examines the role of integrated information systems in enabling and supporting SAP S/
Learning outcomes
After completing this course, students will be able to:
- Explain how integrated information systems enable and support end-to-end business processes in industrial firms.
- Analyze system integration and functional interdependencies across core business functions based on real-world case study evidence.
- Evaluate organizational and technical implications associated with system modernization.
- Acquire basic knowledge in applying and improving the case method for management education.
Necessary prerequisites
Semester 4 or higher; IS 301, MKT 301, and OPM 301
Recommended prerequisites
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| Forms of teaching and learning | Contact hours | Independent study time |
|---|---|---|
| Lecture | 1 SWS | 7 SWS |
| ECTS credits | 3 |
| Graded | yes |
| Workload | 90h |
| Language | English |
| Form of assessment | Written project (100%, small groups of participants select a distinct topic from one of the two case studies in agreement with the lecturer and develop auxiliary material for an in-depth analysis regarding that topic) |
| Restricted admission | yes |
| Further information | see Portal2 |
Examiner Performing lecturer |  | Prof. Dr. Armin Heinzl Prof. Dr. Armin Heinzl |
| Frequency of offering | Spring semester |
| Duration of module | 1 semester |
| Range of application | B.Sc. BWL |
| Preliminary course work | – |
| Program-specific Competency Goals | CG 1, CG 2, CG 4 |
| Literature | Halckenhaeusser, A., Hoffmann, P., & Heinzl, A. (2025). Mirroring manufacturing complexities on the customer side: Vitra’s S/ Hoffmann, P., Halckenhaeusser, A., & Heinzl, A. (2025). A new era in production operations: Vitra’s S/ |