E-Governance - Syllabus
Embark on a profound academic exploration as you delve into the E-Governance course () within the distinguished Tribhuvan university's BCA department. Aligned with the BCA Curriculum, this course (CACS409) seamlessly merges theoretical frameworks with practical sessions, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the subject. Rigorous assessment based on a 100 marks system, coupled with a challenging passing threshold of , propels students to strive for excellence, fostering a deeper grasp of the course content.
This 3 credit-hour journey unfolds as a holistic learning experience, bridging theory and application. Beyond theoretical comprehension, students actively engage in practical sessions, acquiring valuable skills for real-world scenarios. Immerse yourself in this well-structured course, where each element, from the course description to interactive sessions, is meticulously crafted to shape a well-rounded and insightful academic experience.
Course Description:
This course familiarizes students with different concepts of E-Governance, different E-Governance
models and infrastructure development, use of data warehousing and data mining for e-governance,
and different case studies of different countries.
Course Objectives:
o To develop knowledge of e-governance
o To know different e-governance models and infrastructure development
o To know to use concepts of data warehousing and mining in e-governance
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Key Topics
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Introduction to E-commerce
IN-1Overview of E-commerce and its significance in the digital age.
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E-business vs E-commerce
IN-2Understanding the differences between E-business and E-commerce.
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Features of E-commerce
IN-3Key characteristics and benefits of E-commerce.
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Pure vs Partial E-commerce
IN-4Types of E-commerce models and their applications.
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History of E-commerce
IN-5Evolution and development of E-commerce over time.
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E-commerce Framework
IN-6Understanding the components of E-commerce framework including People, Public Policy, Marketing and Advertisement, Support Services, and Business Partnerships.
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Types of E-commerce
IN-7Overview of different types of E-commerce including B2C, B2B, C2B, C2C, M-Commerce, U-commerce, Social-Ecommerce, and Local E-commerce.
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E-commerce Business Model
E-01Overview of e-commerce business models, including their key elements and types. This topic sets the foundation for understanding various e-commerce models.
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Elements of Business Model
E-02Breakdown of the essential components that make up an e-commerce business model, including revenue streams, cost structures, and value propositions.
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Types of Revenue Models
E-03Exploration of different revenue models used in e-commerce, including transaction-based, subscription-based, and advertising-based models.
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B2C Business Models
E-04In-depth look at various business-to-consumer (B2C) e-commerce models, including e-tailers, community providers, content providers, and more.
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E-tailer
E-05Detailed analysis of the e-tailer business model, including its characteristics, advantages, and examples.
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Community Provider
E-06Examination of the community provider business model, including its role in facilitating online communities and generating revenue.
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E-readiness
E-1E-readiness refers to the ability of a country or organization to participate in the digital economy. It involves assessing the preparedness of various infrastructures to support e-governance initiatives.
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Data System Infrastructure
E-1.1Data system infrastructure refers to the hardware, software, and network components necessary for storing, processing, and transmitting data in an e-governance system.
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Legal Infrastructural Preparedness
E-1.2Legal infrastructural preparedness involves assessing the existence and adequacy of laws, regulations, and policies that support e-governance initiatives.
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Institutional Infrastructural Preparedness
E-1.3Institutional infrastructural preparedness involves assessing the readiness of government institutions and agencies to adopt and implement e-governance initiatives.
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Human Infrastructural Preparedness
E-1.4Human infrastructural preparedness involves assessing the availability and capacity of human resources with the necessary skills and knowledge to support e-governance initiatives.
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Technological Infrastructural Preparedness
E-1.5Technological infrastructural preparedness involves assessing the availability and readiness of technology infrastructure, including hardware, software, and networks, to support e-governance initiatives.
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Evolutionary Stages in E-Governance
E-2The evolutionary stages in e-governance refer to the different phases of development and implementation of e-governance initiatives, from initial planning to full integration and maturity.
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Sociology, Social Policy, and Social Planning
AP-1This topic explores the relationship between sociology and social policy, and how sociological principles are applied in social planning to address social issues.
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Social Problems
AP-2This topic examines various social problems, including their causes, consequences, and potential solutions, using sociological theories and perspectives.
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Data Warehousing and Data Mining in Agriculture
AP-3Applications of data warehousing and data mining in the agriculture sector, including decision support systems and precision agriculture.
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Data Warehousing and Data Mining in Rural Development
AP-4Using data warehousing and data mining to support rural development initiatives, including poverty reduction and infrastructure planning.
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Data Warehousing and Data Mining in Health
AP-5Applications of data warehousing and data mining in the health sector, including disease surveillance and healthcare management.
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Data Warehousing and Data Mining in Planning
AP-6Using data warehousing and data mining to support urban and regional planning, including transportation planning and infrastructure development.
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Data Warehousing and Data Mining in Education
AP-7Applications of data warehousing and data mining in the education sector, including student performance analysis and educational resource planning.
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Data Warehousing and Data Mining in Commerce and Trade
AP-8Using data warehousing and data mining to support commerce and trade initiatives, including market analysis and trade policy development.
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Other Sectors for Data Warehousing and Data Mining
AP-9Exploring other sectors where data warehousing and data mining can be applied, including energy, environment, and public safety.
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Nepalese E-Governance Initiatives
CA-001E-Governance initiatives in Nepal, including Cyber Laws, Implementation in the Land Reform, Human Resource Management Software.
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India's NICNET
CA-002India's National Informatics Centre Network (NICNET) and its role in E-Governance.
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Collectorate and CARD
CA-003Computer-aided Administration of Registration Department (CARD) and Collectorate initiatives in India.
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Smart Governance in India
CA-004Smart Nagarpalika, National Reservoir Level and Capacity Monitoring System, and other smart governance initiatives in India.
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Andra Pradesh Computerization
CA-005Computerization initiatives in Andra Pradesh, India, including Ekal Seva Kentra and Sachivalaya Vahini.
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Bhoomi and IT in Judiciary
CA-006Bhoomi and IT in Judiciary initiatives in India, including E-Khazana and DGFT.