Pre-requisite: 75707
This unit examines the security concerns and problems resulting from the increased reliance on information technology to enhance business functions. There is an urgent need for management and professionals to have an in-depth understanding of the threats information and communication systems face and the controls or countermeasures that can prevent or limit their devastating effects. E-business and e- commerce foundations, the regulatory environment, the risks associated with Internet transactions will be discussed, and various risk management strategies as well as Internet security standards, cryptography and authentication, firewalls, and the future of secure Internet-based business transactions will be analysed. Students will address internal and external threats to security and develop appropriate plans to cope with all types of e-business vulnerabilities.