Faculty: Graduate School of Social Sciences

The Information Technology Law specialization focuses on the legal aspects of information technology, including data protection, cybersecurity, intellectual property, e-commerce, and digital ethics. Students gain skills in legal analysis, regulatory compliance, contract drafting, and dispute resolution, preparing them for careers in legal practice, technology firms, consulting companies, and related fields.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the legal framework governing information technology.
• Develop skills in data protection law and privacy.
• Learn cybersecurity laws and regulations.
• Explore intellectual property rights in the digital age.
• Analyze e-commerce laws and digital contracts.
• Develop critical thinking, legal analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Gain practical experience through internships and case studies.

Main Curriculum:

1. Introduction to Information Technology Law - Overview of IT law, its principles, and industry trends.
2. Data Protection and Privacy Law - Legal frameworks for protecting personal data and ensuring privacy.
3. Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations - Laws and regulations governing cybersecurity and data breaches.
4. Intellectual Property in the Digital Age - Protecting IP rights in software, digital content, and innovations.
5. E-Commerce Law - Legal aspects of e-commerce, including digital contracts and consumer protection.
6. Digital Ethics and Responsible AI - Ethical considerations and responsible development of AI and digital technologies.
7. Contract Drafting and Negotiation - Techniques for drafting IT-related contracts and agreements and negotiating them.
8. Dispute Resolution in IT Law - Methods for resolving disputes in IT law, including arbitration and mediation.
9. Regulatory Compliance in IT - Ensuring compliance with IT regulations and standards.
10. Practical/Applied Training - Real-world experiences in IT law environments, such as law firms, technology companies, or consulting firms.
11. Graduation Project - Comprehensive project applying IT law skills, such as legal analysis, contract drafting, or developing a compliance plan.

Assessment Methods:

• Legal analyses of IT law principles
• Data protection and privacy law reports
• Cybersecurity law and regulation projects
• Intellectual property rights analyses
• E-commerce law case studies
• Essays on digital ethics and responsible AI
• Contract drafting and negotiation exercises
• Dispute resolution in IT law projects
• Regulatory compliance in IT reports
• Practical training reports
• Final projects and presentations

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Introduction to Information Technology Law" by Various Authors
• "Data Protection and Privacy Law" by Various Authors
• "Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations" by Various Authors
• "Intellectual Property in the Digital Age" by Various Authors
• "E-Commerce Law" by Various Authors
• "Digital Ethics and Responsible AI" by Various Authors
• "Contract Drafting and Negotiation" by Various Authors
• "Dispute Resolution in IT Law" by Various Authors
• "Regulatory Compliance in IT" by Various Authors

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of law and information technology, interest in IT law and regulatory compliance.

Program Duration:

Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree or 1-2 years for a master's degree in IT law.

Certification:

Graduates can obtain certifications such as:

• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) from (ISC)²
• Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) from ISACA
• Various legal certifications specific to IT law and data protection

Target Audience:

Aspiring IT lawyers, legal consultants, compliance officers, data protection officers, and professionals seeking careers in law firms, technology companies, consulting firms, government agencies, and related fields.

This specialization equips students with the legal and analytical skills necessary to excel in IT law, supporting careers in diverse roles within legal practice, technology companies, consulting firms, and related fields.