2010-2011 Academic Catalog

May 14, 2024

2010-2011 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MIS 5507 - E-Commerce

This course focuses on the explosive field of Electronic Commerce. “E-commerce” is the buying and selling of goods and services on the Internet, especially the World Wide Web. This class is a complete introduction to the world of electronic commerce, including balanced coverage of technical and business topics. Case studies and plentiful business examples complement conceptual coverage to provide a real-world context. Implementation strategies are analyzed, using examples of both successful and unsuccessful implementations. Focuses on commercial applications of new media technologies. Beginning with an overview of the current use of the Internet in commercial settings, it then turns to the costs and benefits of these applications and suggest appropriate hardware and software for various purposes and will offer practice in the creation of modules and applications. Topics include wireless programming, authoring modules, training applications, product education and support, on-line payment strategies and E-commerce business solutions drawn from companies successfully offering E-business solutions.

Prerequisites: MIS 4500.

When Offered: Offered periodically - 14 week course

Faculty: TBA