The aim of the book is to provide a context in the minds of readers as to where information fits in a business and what the key considerations are when it comes to information. In the course of six chapters, this book sets out how information and communication technologies can support information, how information can be linked together through information systems, how the Internet and the Web support the dissemination of information, and how to best manage information and information systems.

This book should equip you to better understand the flow, role and importance of information in your current or future business or what you can do to improve information management in a business. The book is easy to read and concise enough to bring together all the key considerations relating to information, management and business.

• Introduction to business and business management
• The role of information in business
• Information and communication technologies 
• Information systems
• Information in an online world
• The management of information and related issues

For the Information Technology Certified Professional exam.

ICITP® (the Institute of Chartered IT Professionals) is a recognised professional body for the Information Technology sector worldwide, dedicated to regulating the IT profession, making sure that competency, recognition and professionalism are promoted effectively at all levels. Certified and Chartered IT Professionals play an important role in IT businesses as they help to achieve the overall objective of a business by working as business partners rather than just as employees.

The objective of ICITP® is to create a structured and yet vibrant environment for its members in which they can become the next generation of high-impact entrepreneurs, turning their IT- based skills into business ideas and into start-up and successful ventures.

ICITP® seeks to advance the employability of youth and graduates, entrepreneurship and social inclusion by addressing the challenges around integrating graduates and young people into the employment market, highlighting innovative approaches and uses of ICTs, and providing pathways to boost self-development, knowledge and skills.

ICITP® keeps its qualifications, professional experience requirements and CPD programmes up to date. This ensures that its members are the first choice for employers looking to recruit qualified IT practitioners and trained IT business leaders. ICITP® is committed to upholding the highest ethical and professional standards, and to maintaining public confidence in Information Technology.