MGX5301

E-government services, agencies and technology ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr Bob Smith

Offered:
Not offered in 2006.

Synopsis: The unit introduces concepts and theories of e-government including: delivery of government services, the four stages of e-government, one-way provision of information, two-way communication, the use of the Internet for exchange such as renewing licenses, single portal for all government - electronic procurement, the Singapore e-citizen initiative, Multi Service Express in Victoria, UK Online, privacy issues, the digital divide between the information-rich and information-poor, and the debate over electronic democracy.

Assessment: Assignment 1 (2500 words): 30% + Assignment 2 (4500 words): 50% + Assignment 3 (1500 words): 20%

Contact Hours: 3-hour class per week