E-Governance - Syllabus

Course Overview and Structure

Embark on a profound academic exploration as you delve into the E-Governance course () within the distinguished Tribhuvan university's CSIT department. Aligned with the 2074 Syllabus, this course (CSC366) seamlessly merges theoretical frameworks with practical sessions, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the subject. Rigorous assessment based on a 60+20+20 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-Government and E-Governance,

different E-Governance models and infrastructure development, E-government security, and data

warehousing and data mining for e-governance.

Course Objectives:

  •  To develop knowledge of e-governance and e-government
  •  To know different e-governance models and infrastructure development
  •  To implement security and use data warehousing and mining in e-governance

Units

Key Topics

  • Introduction to E-commerce
    IN-1

    Overview of E-commerce and its significance in the digital age.

  • E-business vs E-commerce
    IN-2

    Understanding the differences between E-business and E-commerce.

  • Features of E-commerce
    IN-3

    Key characteristics and benefits of E-commerce.

  • Pure vs Partial E-commerce
    IN-4

    Types of E-commerce models and their applications.

  • History of E-commerce
    IN-5

    Evolution and development of E-commerce over time.

  • E-commerce Framework
    IN-6

    Understanding the components of E-commerce framework including People, Public Policy, Marketing and Advertisement, Support Services, and Business Partnerships.

  • Types of E-commerce
    IN-7

    Overview of different types of E-commerce including B2C, B2B, C2B, C2C, M-Commerce, U-commerce, Social-Ecommerce, and Local E-commerce.

Key Topics

  • Introduction to E-Governance Models
    MO-1

    Overview of E-Governance models and their significance in digital governance.

  • Broadcasting / Wider Dissemination Model
    MO-2

    A model of E-Governance that focuses on disseminating information to citizens through various channels.

  • Critical Flow Model
    MO-3

    A model that emphasizes the critical flow of information and services between government and citizens.

  • Comparative Analysis Model
    MO-4

    A model that involves comparative analysis of different E-Governance initiatives and their outcomes.

  • Mobilization and Lobbying Model
    MO-5

    A model that focuses on mobilizing citizens and lobbying for their rights through E-Governance initiatives.

  • Interactive – Service Model / Government-to-Citizen-to-Government Model (G2C2G)
    MO-6

    A model that enables interactive services between government, citizens, and other stakeholders.

  • Evolution in E-Governance and Maturity Models
    MO-7

    The evolution of E-Governance and the concept of maturity models in achieving good governance.

  • Five Maturity Levels
    MO-8

    The five stages of maturity in E-Governance, from initial to advanced levels.

  • Characteristics of Maturity Levels
    MO-9

    The key characteristics of each maturity level in E-Governance.

  • Towards Good Governance through E-Governance Models
    MO-10

    The role of E-Governance models in achieving good governance and improving public services.

Key Topics

  • E-commerce Business Model
    E-01

    Overview of e-commerce business models, including their key elements and types. This topic sets the foundation for understanding various e-commerce models.

  • Elements of Business Model
    E-02

    Breakdown of the essential components that make up an e-commerce business model, including revenue streams, cost structures, and value propositions.

  • Types of Revenue Models
    E-03

    Exploration of different revenue models used in e-commerce, including transaction-based, subscription-based, and advertising-based models.

  • B2C Business Models
    E-04

    In-depth look at various business-to-consumer (B2C) e-commerce models, including e-tailers, community providers, content providers, and more.

  • E-tailer
    E-05

    Detailed analysis of the e-tailer business model, including its characteristics, advantages, and examples.

  • Community Provider
    E-06

    Examination of the community provider business model, including its role in facilitating online communities and generating revenue.

  • Content Provider
    E-07

    Study of the content provider business model, including its focus on creating and distributing valuable content to attract customers.

  • Portal
    E-08

    Analysis of the portal business model, including its role as a gateway to other websites and online services.

  • Transaction Broker
    E-09

    Exploration of the transaction broker business model, including its facilitation of online transactions and revenue generation.

  • Market Creator
    E-10

    Examination of the market creator business model, including its role in creating and facilitating online marketplaces.

  • Service Provider
    E-11

    Study of the service provider business model, including its focus on offering value-added services to customers.

  • B2B Business Models
    E-12

    In-depth look at various business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce models, including net marketplaces, private industrial networks, and EDI.

Key Topics

  • Challenges and Approach of E-government Security
    SE-1

    This topic covers the challenges faced by e-government in terms of security and the approaches to address them. It explores the importance of security in e-government and the ways to mitigate risks.

  • Security Management Model
    SE-2

    This topic introduces a security management model for e-government, outlining the key components and processes involved in ensuring the security of e-government systems.

  • E-Government Security Architecture
    SE-3

    This topic delves into the architecture of e-government security, including the design and implementation of secure systems and infrastructure for e-government services.

  • Security Standards
    SE-4

    This topic covers the security standards and guidelines for e-government, including international standards and best practices for ensuring the security of e-government systems and data.

Key Topics

  • Sociology, Social Policy, and Social Planning
    AP-1

    This topic explores the relationship between sociology and social policy, and how sociological principles are applied in social planning to address social issues.

  • Social Problems
    AP-2

    This topic examines various social problems, including their causes, consequences, and potential solutions, using sociological theories and perspectives.

  • Data Warehousing and Data Mining in Agriculture
    AP-3

    Applications of data warehousing and data mining in the agriculture sector, including decision support systems and precision agriculture.

  • Data Warehousing and Data Mining in Rural Development
    AP-4

    Using data warehousing and data mining to support rural development initiatives, including poverty reduction and infrastructure planning.

  • Data Warehousing and Data Mining in Health
    AP-5

    Applications of data warehousing and data mining in the health sector, including disease surveillance and healthcare management.

  • Data Warehousing and Data Mining in Planning
    AP-6

    Using data warehousing and data mining to support urban and regional planning, including transportation planning and infrastructure development.

  • Data Warehousing and Data Mining in Education
    AP-7

    Applications of data warehousing and data mining in the education sector, including student performance analysis and educational resource planning.

  • Data Warehousing and Data Mining in Commerce and Trade
    AP-8

    Using data warehousing and data mining to support commerce and trade initiatives, including market analysis and trade policy development.

  • Other Sectors for Data Warehousing and Data Mining
    AP-9

    Exploring other sectors where data warehousing and data mining can be applied, including energy, environment, and public safety.

Key Topics

  • E-Government Initiatives in Nepal
    CA-01

    Case studies of e-government initiatives implemented in Nepal, highlighting successes and challenges.

  • Cyber Laws
    CA-02

    Overview of cyber laws and regulations governing e-governance, including their impact on digital transformation.

  • Land Reform and E-Governance
    CA-03

    Implementation of e-governance in land reform, including benefits and challenges of digitizing land records.

  • Human Resource Management Software
    CA-04

    Case studies of HRM software implementation in government organizations, highlighting benefits and challenges.

  • NICNET and Collectorate
    CA-05

    Overview of NICNET and its role in facilitating e-governance, including its application in collectorate offices.

  • Computer-aided Administration of Registration Department (CARD)
    CA-06

    Case studies of CARD implementation, highlighting its impact on registration department processes.

  • Smart Nagarpalika
    CA-07

    Overview of Smart Nagarpalika initiative, including its objectives and benefits in urban governance.

  • National Reservoir Level and Capacity Monitoring System
    CA-08

    Case studies of reservoir level and capacity monitoring system, highlighting its impact on water resource management.

  • Computerization in Andra Pradesh
    CA-09

    Case studies of computerization initiatives in Andra Pradesh, highlighting successes and challenges.

  • Ekal Seva Kendra
    CA-10

    Overview of Ekal Seva Kendra initiative, including its objectives and benefits in public service delivery.

  • Sachivalaya Vahini
    CA-11

    Case studies of Sachivalaya Vahini initiative, highlighting its impact on public administration.

  • Bhoomi
    CA-12

    Overview of Bhoomi initiative, including its objectives and benefits in land record management.

  • IT in Judiciary
    CA-13

    Case studies of IT implementation in judiciary, highlighting its impact on court processes and justice delivery.

  • E-Khazana
    CA-14

    Overview of E-Khazana initiative, including its objectives and benefits in treasury management.

  • DGFT
    CA-15

    Case studies of DGFT implementation, highlighting its impact on trade facilitation and governance.

  • PRAJA
    CA-16

    Overview of PRAJA initiative, including its objectives and benefits in citizen engagement and participation.

  • E-Seva
    CA-17

    Case studies of E-Seva implementation, highlighting its impact on public service delivery and governance.

  • E-Panchayat
    CA-18

    Overview of E-Panchayat initiative, including its objectives and benefits in rural governance and development.

  • General Information Services of National Informatics Centre
    CA-19

    Overview of General Information Services provided by National Informatics Centre, including its role in e-governance.

  • E-Governance in USA
    CA-20

    Case studies of e-governance initiatives in the United States, highlighting successes and challenges.

  • E-Governance in China
    CA-21

    Case studies of e-governance initiatives in China, highlighting successes and challenges.

  • E-Governance in Brazil and Sri Lanka
    CA-22

    Case studies of e-governance initiatives in Brazil and Sri Lanka, highlighting successes and challenges.

Lab works

Laboratory Work:

The laboratory work includes implementing e-governance models and systems using suitable

platform.