MBA Concentration in E-Governance
Introduction
In today’s technology driven and dynamic environment, government organizations world over are moving towards E –Governance for Smart Governance. Properly designed and implemented, E-Governance can improve efficiency in the delivery of government services and simplifies compliance of government regulations. This helps in strengthen citizen participation to use government services and builds trust in government.
This Concentration provides an opportunity for the students to learn the theories, practices and skills relating to E-Governance and take initiatives for exploring new dimensions of E-Governance. E-Governance initiatives become functionally successful when they are complemented with understanding ethical, legal and technological issues relating to governance. All the initiatives of E-Governance need to be implemented within a time frame for the services to be effective for public and business users therefore a course on project management helps students in understanding the execution of the E-Governance initiatives.
Program Summary
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP CONCENTRATION – GOALS
- Develop an understanding of theories and practices of E-Governance
- Develop an understanding of cultural, ethical, legal & security issues relating to E-Governance
- Develop skills to identify, plan, implement and review the E-Governance initiatives for smart governance
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP CONCENTRATION – LEARNING OUTCOMES
Students will be able to- Demonstrate an understanding of theories and practices of E- Governance Initiatives
- Assess the user requirements in the context of technological, cultural, ethical and legal perspectives
- Analyze the strategies for planning and implementing E- Governance projects
- Evaluate strategies for optimal utilization of E-Governance initiatives
Course Curriculum
CORE COURSES
Security, Ethical and Legal Issues of E-Governance
ELECTIVE COURSES - CHOOSE ANYONE
E- Governance Theory and Practice
Emerging Technologies for Smart Governance
E-Governance Project Management
Admission Requirements for students in UAE
- Bachelor Degree
- English Language Proficiency
Career Opportunities
Possible Careers:
- Federal and State Governments
- UNDP and Other Global Bodies
- E-Learning Projects
- E-Governance Projects
- IT Advisory Bodies
- ERP Managers
- E-Governance Consultants
- Project Manger
- Program Officer
- Ministries
Common sectors for graduates
services from the federal government (or state and local governments) 24 hours aday, seven days a week. Some observers of e-government initiatives suggest servicedelivery could become more convenient, dependable, and less costly.