Welcome to the course

We’ll discuss the difference between traditional and digital business and introduce you to e-commerce and its different classifications. We’ll also investigate some of the contemporary issues that affect digital business and e-commerce. In particular, this week you will explore the following topics:

• Meaning of digital business and why it is important
• Differences between traditional commerce and e-commerce
• How industrial revolutions have impacted business
• Contemporary issues that affect digital business

Getting to know you

My name is Dr Mahda Garmaki. I’m a Lecturer in Business Strategy and I’ll be your lead educator on this course.

Your task

Introduce yourself below and share what inspired you to take this course.