Topic outline

  • General

    Due to changes in course faculty, the course will be fully online / virtual. 

    NOTE: Grading will be based on assignments; there will be no exam

    This is a virtual online course based on self-study. There will be no scheduled onsite or online lectures. You can study at you own pace, however the assignment and peer-review deadlines are strict, please be on time! 

    The main communication channel is the Discussion forum below where you can post your questions and comments. Peer advice and help from fellow students is strongly recommended. The course staff will answer the questions and comments regarding the content on a weekly bases.

    For practical matters, the main contact point is course assistant: tom.railio (xx) aalto.fi 

    Detailed schedule and study materials: see Practicalities.

    There are no prerequisites for this course.

    Course structure / teaching methods

    • Recorded online lectures / podcasts
    • Written peer-reviewed assignments based on provided reading materials
    • Final assignment - EA desing excercise

    Learning objectives:

    • Understand core elements of Enterprise Information Systems
    • Basic knowledge of different Enterprise Architecture schools of thought
    • To be able to write academically and reference properly


    The use of Generative AI:

    • General guidelines: Tips for using artificial intelligence for students
    • If you use AI Chatbots, use proper referencing as instructed above
    • Due to copyright issues, uploading course materials to AI Chatbots IS NOT ALLOWED!
    • Use of AI Chatbots in peer evaluations is not allowed!