E-commerce is rapidly changing the world of Canadian and international commerce. This course explores the increasingly intertwined relationship between information and communication technology and the world of business. Students will develop an understanding of the practices and principles of using the internet and social media to market goods and services. Selected Canadian case examples will be used to illustrate critical issues that have arisen as a result of the introduction of e-commerce practices in the marketplace.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- 1. Introduction to E-Commerce
- 2. Internet Business Models and Strategies
- 3. Evolution and Applications of the Internet
- 4. Enterprise-Wide and Inter-Enterprise Systems
- 5. Security and Controls
- 6. Billing and Payment Systems
- 7. Supply-Chain Management
- 8. E-Procurement, Trading Exchanges, and Auctions
- 9. User experience (UX), user interface (UI)
- 10. Data Analytics and Business Management
- 11. E-Marketing and Advertising
- 12. Performance Measurement in E-Commerce
- 13. Ethical, Legal, and Taxation Issues in E-Commerce
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41317 |
January 5, 2026 to April 17, 2026 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.