Description should include a definition of electronic commerce, examples of successful electronic commerce businesses in the global marketplace, and the impact of electronic commerce on global trade. Other topics may include
- website design
- Internet security
- social networks
- cultural attitudes.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What is electronic commerce? How has it evolved internationally? How prevalent is it among the countries of the world?
- What are the most common modes of electronic communication in the global marketplace? How is each used in international trade?
- How has electronic commerce assisted the expansion of global trade?
- How do local laws govern the use of the internet and international trading policies?
- What effect would e-commerce have on existing trade agreements between countries?
- What are some of the global businesses currently using e-commerce as a tool for selling and communicating? How do they accommodate the needs of their international customers?