BEG1601

Introduction to electronic commerce

On completion of the subject students will have understood and differentiated various interpretations of electronic commerce; knowledge of the enabling technologies underlying the strategies and requirements of electronic commerce; begun development of the critical, analytical and technical skills necessary for dealing with electronic commerce applications; insight into the impact of electronic commerce in changing business processes; a sound knowledge of the state of development and global trends of electronic commerce in Australia and overseas; an awareness of the major legal and security issues affecting senders and receivers of electronic communications; knowledge of the issues which will influence the widespread adoption of electronic commerce technologies; practical experience in the use of the Internet and its applications and uses.

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