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Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies - Business

Electronic Commerce Specialization

Learners who want to become proficient in conducting business on the Internet and/or the World Wide Web will benefit from this CAGS. Learners take prescribed courses that focus on advanced concepts and applications in e-Commerce, online marketing, Web-based applications, Web methodologies, and tools for online payment and transactions.

Electronic Commerce Specialization Courses

Listed are the courses unique to the specialization or concentration. Additional fundamental courses are also required for degree completion. Please see the full Course Catalog or contact an Enrollment Advisor by email admissions@ncu.edu or phone 866-776-0331 for detailed information.

Course CodeNameCourse Description
ECM7000-8E-Commerce Back to BasicsThis Doctoral-level course focuses on the increasing presence of E-Commerce and technology associated with various digital advances in the industry. Learners will assess the impact of E-Commerce on virtual training and communications, the retail and service industry, global communities, types of business models, internet security, and digital media.
ECM7004-8Electronic Commerce on the Managerial Level This Doctoral level course is designed to provide Learners with an understanding of the latest trends and issues in management practices affected by electronic commerce (EC). The course provides a platform for learners to analyze and evaluate business applications and mercantile strategies, challenges and opportunities of conducting business on the information superhighway. In today’s business environment, it is essential for managers to know how E-Commerce can be most effectively utilized to improve a company. Learners will therefore be exposed to advanced E-Commerce applications in accounting, finance, information systems, computer science, engineering, and legal aspects. Course evaluation will be based on the ability of Learners to constructively evaluate contemporary issues, opportunities and challenges faced by managers in deploying e-commerce technology in their businesses.
ECM7006-8Supply Chain Management and Design Learners in this course will learn how to apply evolving methods in a closely integrated process of product distribution and supply chain management using the power and speed of electronic connectivity. The identified concepts can be applied to the activities of businesses, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. Learners will also explore how information technology can be used to enhance customer value in the supply chain.
ECM7007-8E-Commerce Marketing for Today’s Businesses and Consumers Learners in this Doctoral level course will develop the framework needed for marketing on the Internet. The Internet will be studied and utilized as a content resource, channel resource, and communication resource for marketing “business to business” and “business to consumer” relationship exchanges. Learners will also determine Internet effects on strategy development planning and implementation. Learners will be given the opportunity to design customer focused E-Commerce interfaces and the corresponding marketing programs.
ECM7012-8Mobile E-CommerceThis doctoral level course focuses on advances of mobile platforms within the study of E-Commerce. Learners will assess the impact of mobile platforms on E-Commerce, the mobile E-Commerce value chain, the impact of mobile platforms on business models and consumer preferences, security considerations for E-Commerce, and the behavior and structure of virtual communities using E-Commerce.
ECM8010CAGS-8Electronic CommerceThe Learner will create a comprehensive research project that seeks to create a unique solution to a stated, real or hypothetical defined topic approved by the Mentor. Research scope and definitions must be declared before the specific approved project can commence. Learners will be assessed on demonstrated proficiency in designed assignments, which will culminate into a final research project.