Brett W. Young

Teaching

Experience

Georgia Gwinnett College

  • Systems Analysis and Design for Managers (MGMT4620)
    2014 (Sp,Fa), 2015 (Sp,Fa), 2016 (Sp,Fa), 2017 (Sp,Fa), 2018 (Sp,Fa),
    2019 (Sp,Fa)
    Concepts, methodologies and techniques involved in information systems design and analysis. Presents an overview of information systems and the systems development life cycle for the systems analyst/manager. Emphasis on tools and techniques used to document information systems. Students participate in real-world system analysis skills and design techniques.
    Teaching Evaluation: 3.8 out of 4.0
  • International Management of IT (MGMT4650)
    2014 (Sp,Fa), 2015 (Sp,Su,Fa), 2016 (Sp,Fa), 2017 (Sp,Fa), 2018 (Sp)
    Discussion and in-depth analysis of contemporary information systems topics with emphasis on the economic and technological impact of computer information systems on the business environment. Coverage includes a discussion of the international considerations of the adoption of information technology innovations, international considerations for software development, challenges of cross-border communications, international human resource considerations and international monetary considerations.
    Teaching Evaluation: 3.8 out of 4.0
  • Management Information Systems (BUSA3100)
    2o12 (Fa), 2013 (Sp,Su,Fa), 2014 (Sp,Su,Fa), 2015 (Sp,Su,Fa), 2016 (Sp,Su,Fa), 2017 (Sp,Su,Fa), 2018 (Sp,Su,Fa), 2019 (Sp,Su,Fa)
    A basic introduction of Information Systems and Technology with an emphasis on aligning information strategies with business strategies and using information technologies for business processes. A core course required for all School of Business students.
    Teaching Evaluation: 3.7 out of 4.0
  • Telecommunications/Network Design and Integration (BUSA3600)
    2012 (Fa), 2013 (Sp,Su,Fa), 2015 (Su)
    Provides an understanding of the elements of network and telecommunication systems design and the integration of these elements into a unified system. Examines system parameters, wireless capabilities, security aspects and benefit/cost analysesof the design, maintenance and operation of integrated systems.
    Teaching Evaluation: 3.8 out of 4.0

Georgia State University

  • IT Project Risk Management (CIS4700), Adjunct Professor
    Fall 2011
    Taught online undergraduate course focused on advanced IT project management concepts, with particular emphasis on managing vendors, contracts, and IT project risk. Course includes coverage of contract law and different contract options and the portfolio of control mechanisms that can be employed to help manage such projects.
    Teaching Evaluation: 4.6 out of 5.0
  • Software Quality Assurance (CIS8300), Adjunct Professor
    Fall 2011
    Taught online graduate course covering principles of software development emphasizing processes and activities of quality assurance.  Course focuses on methods and tools for achieving software quality assurance at various levels of a software system.  Course provides practical knowledge of quality assurance techniques and understanding tradeoffs between techniques.
    Teaching Evaluation: 4.2 out of 5.0
  • Information and Communication Technology: Social Implications for the 21st Century (PERS2002), Instructor
    Spring 2009
    Taught this required perspectives course for undergraduates. The course material included an overview of technology-related ethics, privacy and security issues, the digital divide, digital copyright issues, and other topics related to the social, legal, and ethical issues surrounding the use of IT. Developed syllabus, course website, and online learning modules in WebCT.
    Teaching Evaluation: 4.8 out of 5.0
  • Introduction to Management Information Systems (CIS2010), Instructor
    Fall 2006
    Taught the introduction to information systems course for undergraduates. The course material included an introduction to information systems and database management. Developed website and online learning modules in WebCT.
    Teaching Evaluation: 4.0 out of 5.0

Teaching Interests

  • Information Systems
  • Business Systems Analysis and Design
  • E-Business Management
  • Information Management
  • Information Technology Concepts
  • Internet Fundamentals
  • Business Ethics
  • Project Management
  • IS Strategy
  • Qualitative Research Methods

Graduate Teaching Assistant Experience

  • CPI 9200 – PhD Seminar in Action Research, Teaching Assistant, Fall 2008. Worked as a teaching assistant to Dr. Lars Mathiassen and helped identify significant action research articles and provided technical support for the class. Developed course website.
  • MBA 8125 – Process Innovation, Teaching Assistant, Spring 2006, Spring 2008. Worked as a teaching assistant to Dr. Richard Welke and Dr. Lars Mathiassen for the MBA course on process innovation. Responsibilities included providing technical support to students and maintaining course website. Assisted with developing online course materials in Elluminate and Study.net.
  • CPI 8060 – Supply Chain Management, Guest Lecturer, Spring 2007. “What is RFID and What is its Impact on the Supply Chain?” Georgia State University. Guest lecturer on RFID for the MBA-level class on supply chain management taught by Dr. Arun Rai.
  • MBA 8220 – Process Innovation, Teaching Assistant, Fall 2005, Fall 2006, Fall 2007. Worked with Dr. Lars Mathiassen for the MBA process innovation course. Responsibilities included providing technical support to students, identifying reading assignments, and maintaining course website.
  • MBA 8220 – Process Innovation, Assisted in course development, Spring 2005. Worked with Dr. Richard Welke, Dr. Lars Mathiassen, and Dr. Mike Gallivan to develop course content, course design, and instructional material for class.