Course Overview
Designed to provide an overview of all aspects of commerce and opportunity on the Internet. Topics include marketing products on the Internet, systems integration, virtual organizations, electronic payment systems, privacy and security concerns, intellectual property, customs and excise issues, emerging issues in telecommunications, and Internet issues where government regulation has been contemplated.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$542.91 - $570.77 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Explain eBusiness and eCommerce concepts and technologies.
- Describe eCommerce business models and the mechanics of emarketplaces.
- Describe and discuss eBusiness technologies, strategies and management issues.
- Discuss the impact of the Internet and eBusiness on business and society.
- Describe and discuss concepts and issues of e-tailing of goods and services.
- Cite intellectual property issues related to eCommerce, eBusiness and the Internet.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
Introduction to E-commerce (BUSA 3455) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Business Administration (Management Option)
Diploma Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of BUSA 3455 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 32307
Dates
Sep 08 - Nov 28 Loading
- CRN 32307
- $542.91 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Nov 28 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
John Frazer
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Students must submit e-mail address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. You are not required to be online at a specific time of the day; however you are required to submit all assignments on their due dates.
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Status
Winter 2027
Below is one offering of BUSA 3455 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 44290
Dates
Jan 05 - Mar 27 Loading
- CRN 44290
- $570.77 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 05 - Mar 27 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
John Frazer
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Students must submit email address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions is required to achieve a passing final grade. Is online learning for you? Please take a look at our FAQ pages www.bcit.ca/distance/faq.shtml and www.bcit.ca/distance/foryou.shtml
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Status
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