The programme aims to provide effective upgrade to IT professionals to enable them to be competent in evaluating and developing eCommerce systems and services within a business context. Students will gain knowledge and skill of core business and technical related subjects, together with in-depth understanding of the specific managerial, regulatory, and technical issues involved in the exploitation of eCommerce. Students will also acquire the necessary knowledge and skill to analyze, plan, design, develop, and maintain eCommerce systems.

Upon successful completion of this Programme, students should be able to:

1. evaluate and critique eCommerce opportunities and models;
2. use inquisitive approach to develop innovative applications and solutions for eCommerce systems;
3. apply software tools and components in support of eCommerce system development;
4. work effectively as member of a project team in eCommerce system development;
5. recognise the regulatory, security, and ethical issues of eCommerce.