Week 1: Introduction to Software Development for Business (4 Hours)
Session 1 (2 Hours): Foundations of Software Development
Overview of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Key Concepts in Programming and System Design
Understanding Business Requirements and Technical Specifications
Session 2 (2 Hours): Agile and Lean Development Methodologies
Principles of Agile and Lean Software Development
Implementing Scrum, Kanban, and Other Agile Frameworks
Agile Project Management in Software Development
Week 2: Building Business Applications (6 Hours)
Session 3 (2 Hours): Database Design and Management
Fundamentals of Database Systems
Designing Relational and Non-Relational Databases
Data Management and Security Best Practices
Session 4 (2 Hours): Front-End and Back-End Development
Technologies and Frameworks for Front-End Development
Back-End Development: Server, Application, and Database
Integration of Front-End and Back-End Components
Session 5 (2 Hours): User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design
Principles of UI/UX Design in Business Applications
Tools and Techniques for Creating User-Centric Designs
Conducting Usability Testing and Gathering User Feedback
Week 3: Advanced Topics and Emerging Technologies (6 Hours)
Session 6 (2 Hours): Cloud Computing and Application Deployment
Introduction to Cloud Services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
Deploying and Managing Applications in the Cloud
Understanding Scalability and Performance Optimization
Session 7 (2 Hours): Cybersecurity and Data Protection
Cybersecurity Principles in Software Development
Implementing Data Protection and Compliance Measures
Best Practices for Secure Coding and Application Security
Session 8 (2 Hours): Incorporating AI and Machine Learning
Basics of AI and Machine Learning in Software Development
Practical Use Cases of AI in Business Applications
Tools and Libraries for Integrating AI Features
Week 4: Practical Application and Capstone Project (4 Hours)
Session 9 (2 Hours): Developing a Business Application Project
Workshop on Planning and Developing a Business Application
Applying SDLC and Agile Principles in Project Development
Group Collaboration and Iterative Development
Session 10 (2 Hours): Capstone Project Presentations and Course Conclusion
Presentation of Developed Business Application Projects
Peer Review and Feedback on Projects
Course Recap and Future Trends in Software Development for Business
This course structure offers MBA students a robust understanding of advanced software development, specifically tailored for business applications. It includes a blend of theoretical lessons, practical workshops, and a capstone project, preparing students for roles that involve overseeing or directly contributing to software development projects in a business environment.