Department of Management: Mustafa N Aziz

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Department of Management

Course Name:

E-Business

Course Code
& Section No:
Semester:

MIS 205
Spring 2016

INSTRUCTOR & DEPARTMENT INFORMATION


1. Instructor
Name:
2. Office Room

Mustafa N Aziz

3. Office Hours:

ST 11:30 AM 12:30 PM ST 03:30 PM 04:30 PM


MW 11:30 AM 12:30 PM MW 03:30 PM 04:30 PM

4. Office Phone:

+88 01912918234

5. Email Address:

[email protected]

6. Department:

Management

7. Links:

North South University Website: http://www.northsouth.edu


School of Business Website: http://www.northsouth.edu/academic//

NAC 854

COURSE & SECTION INFORMATION


Class Time &
Location

NAC408
MW 09:40 AM - 11:10 AM

Course
Prerequisite(s)
Course Credit

MIS 105

Course
Description

This course aims to provide an understanding of E-Business and its associated


technologies. The basics of online commerce will be introduced along with the
elements that are particular to an electronic marketplace. Learning activities
concentrate on the use of these tools for the purpose of finding viable E-Commerce
solutions.

Course
Objectives

Students
Learning
Outcomes

Provide the students an understanding of E-Business and E-Commerce in the


digital world.
Teach and demonstrate students how E-Business concepts can be applied in
diverse business situations.
Introduce various E-Business models and marketplace structures.

Understand the scope of E-Business and E-Commerce and what are the
benefits and barriers to adoption.
Identify E-Business models and marketplace structures enabled by Information
and Communication Technologies.
Demonstrate the understanding of using E-Business applications and
developing E-Business strategy.
Explain the social media perspective of E-Business.
Apply marketing techniques that apply E-Commerce concepts for acquiring and
retaining customers.

LEARNING RESOURCES AND TEXTBOOK(S)


Author

Title

Edition & Year

Publisher

Gary Schneider
(Schneider)

E-Business: International Edition

10 (2013)

Cengage
Learning

Dave Chaffey (Chaffey)

E-Business and E-Commerce


Management: Strategy,
Implementation and Practice

5th (2012)

Prentice Hall

th

ISBN

978113352684
1
978027375201
1

Teaching Methods
Extensive lectures will be given on every topic followed by real life examples. Summary of the lectures
will be available through lecture modules. Students are highly encouraged to take notes carefully. The
lectures will be highly interactive. Cases will be analyzed in class discussion encouraging students to
participate and share their ideas regarding case problems. Lab sessions will be conducted to apply some
of the theories learned in the classroom. There are hands-on exercises using computers for the students
to learn how to operate certain software during these lab sessions.

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY

AND

GRADING SCHEME

Grading tool

Points

Midterm Exam 1

15%

Midterm Exam 2

20%

Final Exam

25%

Course Project

15%

Lab Component

10%

E-Business Case

5%

Class Attendance & Participation


Total

10%
100%

Course Contents
Lecture Series
Lecture Series
Lecture Series
Lecture Series
Lecture Series
Lecture Series
Lecture Series
Lecture Series
Lecture Series
Lab Session 1
Lab Session 2
Lab Session 3
Lab Session 4

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Introduction to E-Business and E-Commerce (Chapter 1 Chaffey)


E-Commerce Fundamentals (Chapter 2 Chaffey)
E-Business Revenue Models (Chapter 4 Schneider)
Selling to Consumers Online (Chapter 5 Schneider)
Selling to Businesses Online (Chapter 6 Schneider)
Virtual Communities (Chapter 7 Schneider)
Web Hosting and E-Business Software (Chapter 9 Schneider)
Online Payment Systems (Chapter 11 Schneider)
Implementing E-Business Initiatives (Chapter 12 Schneider)
E-Business Laboratory Demonstration 1
E-Business Laboratory Demonstration 2
E-Business Laboratory Demonstration 3
E-Business Laboratory Demonstration 4

COURSE RELATED SYSTEM REQUIREMENT


All students should have access to Personal Computers preferably with Windows and Mac
Operating Systems installed.
Appropriate software tool will be provided by the Lecturer.

Exam Syllabus
To be decided by the instructor.
Other Resources
PPT Slides, Notes, and Case Articles: Available to student in NSU Network Resource
Other Reference Materials: Instructor will provide in class as needed.

Class Performance and Attendance


Every student is expected to attend every class. However just attending the class will not earn class
performance points. Students have to actively participate during discussion sessions to earn participation
points. Students are also required to finish all in class assignments to earn class performance points.
Exams
Three examinations are required. The purpose is to give the students an opportunity to demonstrate an
understanding of the course material. These exams consist of MCQs (multiple choice question), short and
essay type questions. The exam process and topics will be discussed throughout the classes. Lab exam
will take place in lab class rooms.
Exam Formalities
Students will be notified about the exam date in advance and points break down. It could be straight
short and broad questions or it can be of multiple choice questions or a combination of both. Instructor
will make those decisions in duly fashion and notify the students. Students must take the exam in due
date. There is NO opportunity of makeup exam except for very serious causes for which student has to
provide solid proof. In additions special permission will be required from the Program Department signed
by the Chair of the Management program verifying the cause of makeup exam.
Due Date Policy
Every individual assignment, report, term paper are due on the exact due date. Failure to meet deadline
will cause you to lose significant points.
Grading Scale
NSU standard grading scale will be followed.
Classroom Rules of Conduct

Cell phones must be switched off or in silent mode.


Cell phones will not be allowed during exam.
Laptops are allowed if situation requires.
Show respect to your course instructor and to your peers.
Do not miss deadlines. All your hard works could mean nothing if you are not serious about due
dates.
Cheating in any form will result in a Fail grade.

Students with Special Needs


North South University will provide educational opportunities that ensure fair, appropriate and reasonable
accommodation to students who have disabilities/special needs that may affect their ability to participate
in course activities or meet course requirements. Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact
their instructors to ensure that their needs are met. The University through its Special Need section will
exert all efforts to accommodate special needs.
Final Comments
Please understand that your instructor is here to help you, to be with you, and to walk you through the
difficult steps as long as you co-operate. Instructor of this course will be available for all of you. Feel free
to stop by when something bothers you and we will try our level best to help you out. You may contact
me through email, SMS, or by making an appointment in addition to the office hours mentioned in this
outline.
Good luck.
The instructor reserves the right to change the above outline at his discretion.

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