Course Description for e-Governance

Description: This course focuses on the intellectual concept of governance and its connection to transparency and accountability. Students will explore key policies in support of transparency as well as critically evaluate e-governance practices to identify some of the limitations and dangers involved with the rapidly changing role of information and information technology in today's society. Topics include current issues in e-governance, e-governance management and theories, and improving government accountability through technology. Permission of the department is required.