Faculty: Graduate School of Social Science The Information Technology Law major 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 for careers in legal practice, tech companies, consulting firms, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the legal framework governing information technology. - Develop skills in data protection and privacy law. - 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. **Major Outline:** 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 Law and Regulations** - Laws and regulations governing cybersecurity and data breaches. 4. **Intellectual Property in the Digital Age** - Protection of intellectual property rights in software, digital content, and innovations. 5. **E-commerce Law** - Legal aspects of electronic commerce, including digital contracts and consumer protection. 6. **Digital Ethics and Responsible AI** - Ethical considerations and responsible development of artificial intelligence and digital technologies. 7. **Contract Drafting and Negotiation** - Techniques for drafting and negotiating IT contracts and agreements. 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. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in IT law settings, such as law firms, tech companies, or consulting firms. 11. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying IT law skills, such as conducting a legal analysis, drafting a contract, or developing a compliance plan. **Assessment Methods:** - Legal analyses of IT law principles - Data protection and privacy law reports - Cybersecurity law and regulations projects - Intellectual property rights analyses - E-commerce law case studies - Digital ethics and responsible AI essays - Contract drafting and negotiation exercises - Dispute resolution in IT law projects - Regulatory compliance in IT reports - Internship/practicum reports - Capstone projects and presentations **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to Information Technology Law" by various authors - "Data Protection and Privacy Law" by various authors - "Cybersecurity Law 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, information technology, and an interest in IT law and regulatory compliance. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree or 1-2 years for a master's degree in Information Technology Law. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue 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 advisors, compliance officers, data protection officers, and professionals seeking careers in law firms, tech companies, consulting firms, government agencies, and related fields. This major equips students with the legal and analytical skills needed to excel in information technology law, supporting careers in various roles within legal practice, tech companies, consulting firms, and related fields.