2-Year Ordinary Diploma in IT Law and Policy

Course Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters, including holidays and attachment) Course Fee: 30,000 Kenyan Shillings per semester Weekly Commitment: Minimum of 2 hours per day Course Overview: This diploma program covers the intersection of information technology, law, and policy. It prepares students for careers in IT compliance, data protection, and legal aspects of technology management.

Year 1

Semester 1: Introduction to IT Law Week 1-4: Basics of IT Law

Overview of IT Law and Policy
Legal Systems and IT Regulations
Intellectual Property Rights in IT
Practical Exercises: Case studies in IT law

Week 5-8: Data Protection and Privacy

Data Protection Laws (GDPR, CCPA)
Privacy Rights and Regulations
Compliance Requirements
Practical Exercises: Implementing data protection measures

Week 9-12: Cyber Law

Cybercrime and Legal Frameworks
Internet Governance and Policy
Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
Practical Exercises: Analyzing cyber law cases

Week 13-16: Contract Law in IT

Contracts and Agreements in IT
Licensing and Software Agreements
Legal Issues in Outsourcing
Practical Exercises: Drafting IT contracts

Semester 2: Advanced IT Law and Policy Week 1-4: E-Commerce and Digital Transactions

Legal Aspects of E-Commerce
Electronic Contracts and Signatures
Consumer Protection in Digital Transactions
Practical Exercises: E-commerce legal scenarios

Week 5-8: IT Governance and Compliance

IT Governance Frameworks
Risk Management and Compliance
Ethical Issues in IT Management
Practical Exercises: Developing IT governance policies

Week 9-12: Telecommunications Law

Legal Issues in Telecommunications
Regulatory Bodies and Policies
Spectrum Management and Licensing
Practical Exercises: Telecommunications law cases

Week 13-16: IT Dispute Resolution

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in IT
Arbitration and Mediation
Litigation in IT Disputes
Practical Exercises: Simulating IT dispute resolution

Year 2

Semester 3: Specialized IT Law Topics Week 1-4: Intellectual Property and IT

Copyright, Patents, and Trademarks in IT
Protection of Digital Content
Licensing and Rights Management
Practical Exercises: Intellectual property case studies

Week 5-8: International IT Law

Cross-Border Data Flows
International Regulations and Treaties
Comparative IT Law
Practical Exercises: Analyzing international IT law cases

Week 9-12: Digital Ethics and Policy

Ethical Issues in IT
Developing IT Policies
Social and Ethical Impacts of IT
Practical Exercises: Creating ethical IT policies

Week 13-16: IT Policy Analysis and Development

Policy Analysis Techniques
Developing and Implementing IT Policies
Evaluating IT Policy Impact
Practical Exercises: IT policy development projects

Semester 4: Capstone Project and Industry Attachment Week 1-4: Capstone Project

Identifying a Real-World IT Law or Policy Issue
Project Planning, Design, and Implementation
Presentation and Evaluation of Capstone Project
Final Assessment

Week 5-8: Industry Attachment

Hands-On Experience in IT Law and Policy Roles
Applying Learned Skills in Real-World Environments
Industry Networking and Professional Development

Week 9-12: Professional Development and Career Planning

Building a Professional Portfolio and Resume
Job Search Strategies and Interview Preparation
Understanding Industry Certifications (e.g., CIPP/US)

Week 13-16: Course Review and Final Exam

Comprehensive Review of All Topics Covered
Practice Projects and Final Assessments
Final Exam and Evaluation

Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a "Diploma in IT Law and Policy," certifying their expertise in IT compliance, data protection, and legal aspects of technology management. This certification prepares them for roles such as IT Compliance Officer, Data Protection Officer, and IT Legal Consultant.