MIS 370 — Student Portal

Central database environment and reference system for Rutgers Business School MIS coursework. Use the guides below to configure your local tools, explore the course schedule, and run SQL queries directly in the browser.

Course: 33:136:370
Instructor: Nathaniel Hobbs
Email: mis@hobbsresearch.com
Office: BRR-5132
Summer 2026 • R1

Setup Guides & Documentation

Complete these in order before your first class.

1. Install MySQL Client Tools

Step-by-step instructions for configuring your local machine (Mac or Windows) with the native database connectivity drivers needed for class workspace setups.

2. Database Access & Credentials

Connect to our central campus database server, verify your credentials, and complete the mandatory initial password reset.

3. MySQL CLI Basics

Quick-start guide introducing the terminal prompt syntax, multiline query execution, and essential navigation commands like SHOW, USE, and DESCRIBE.

4. ODBC & Excel Integration

Connect your MySQL database directly to Excel or Tableau via ODBC drivers for data analysis and visualization coursework.

Course Tools

Live tools you can use throughout the semester.

SQL Editor

Run SELECT, SHOW, DESCRIBE, and EXPLAIN queries against the class database directly in your browser. Enter your credentials and start querying — no terminal needed.

Live • Connects to sql.hobbsresearch.com

Class Schedule & Resources

Full 12-meeting schedule with topics, readings, assignment windows, and exam dates. Also includes grading breakdown, key policies, and support services from the course syllabus.

Jul 6 – Aug 12, 2026