Course Details

ICT Governance and Legal Accountability in the Digital Age Training Course

INTRODUCTION

This essential training course provides comprehensive knowledge and practical skills for establishing robust ICT Governance frameworks and ensuring legal accountability in the rapidly evolving Digital Age. Recognizing that effective management of information and communication technologies is crucial for organizational success, risk mitigation, and compliance with complex digital laws, this program equips participants with a systematic understanding of governance principles, regulatory obligations, and ethical considerations. Participants will gain deep insights into data privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property in digital contexts, and liability for digital actions, all essential for navigating the legal complexities of modern technology. This course is ideal for IT leaders, legal counsel, compliance officers, risk managers, and all professionals involved in digital strategy and operations.

DURATION

5 days

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is specifically designed for professionals responsible for technology strategy, legal compliance, risk management, and ethical oversight in a digitally driven environment, including:

• Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and Chief Technology Officers (CTOs).
• IT Managers and Architects.
• Legal Counsel and Corporate Secretaries.
• Compliance Officers and Risk Managers.
• Data Protection Officers (DPOs) and Privacy Officers.

OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental principles of ICT governance and its strategic importance.
• Identify key legal and regulatory frameworks applicable to digital technologies.
• Analyze legal accountability for actions and decisions in the digital realm.
• Develop strategies for integrating legal and ethical considerations into ICT policies.
• Contribute to building a resilient and legally compliant digital operating environment.

MODULES

Module 1: Foundations of ICT Governance

• Define ICT Governance and its relationship to corporate governance.
• Explore key ICT governance frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ITIL, ISO 38500).
• Understand the strategic role of technology in achieving organizational objectives.
• Discuss the importance of aligning IT strategy with business strategy.
• Examine the legal and ethical implications of technological innovation.

Module 2: Legal and Regulatory Landscape for Digital Technologies

• Identify major laws and regulations impacting ICT (e.g., data protection acts, cybersecurity laws, e-commerce regulations).
• Understand the concept of jurisdiction in the digital age and cross-border legal challenges.
• Discuss emerging regulatory trends for Artificial Intelligence (AI), blockchain, and IoT.
• Explore the role of international agreements and standards in shaping digital law.
• Examine the consequences of non-compliance with digital regulations.

Module 3: Data Protection and Privacy Accountability

• Understand the legal obligations related to personal data processing (e.g., GDPR, national data protection acts).
• Discuss the roles and legal responsibilities of data controllers and data processors.
• Explore legal requirements for data security, data breach notification, and incident response.
• Examine the legal implications of data localization and cross-border data transfers.
• Learn about accountability frameworks for data protection by design and by default.

Module 4: Cybersecurity and Legal Responsibilities

• Understand the legal duty of care in cybersecurity and its implications for organizations.
• Discuss legal requirements for cybersecurity risk management and incident reporting.
• Explore cybercrime laws and the legal aspects of digital forensics.
• Examine legal liabilities arising from cyberattacks and data breaches.
• Learn about legal obligations for critical infrastructure protection and supply chain security.

Module 5: Intellectual Property in the Digital Domain

• Understand the legal protection of intellectual property (IP) rights for software, digital content, and online creations.
• Discuss copyright, patent, trademark, and trade secret laws in the digital context.
• Explore legal aspects of software licensing, open source, and cloud computing.
• Examine legal challenges related to IP infringement in the digital age.
• Learn about strategies for protecting and enforcing digital IP rights.

Module 6: E-commerce and Digital Contracts

• Understand the legal validity and enforceability of electronic contracts and digital signatures.
• Discuss consumer protection laws in online transactions.
• Explore legal requirements for website terms and conditions, privacy policies, and disclaimers.
• Examine legal issues related to online advertising, marketing, and unsolicited communications.
• Learn about dispute resolution mechanisms for e-commerce transactions.

Module 7: ICT Sourcing, Vendor Management, and Cloud Computing

• Understand the legal implications of ICT outsourcing, insourcing, and cloud service agreements.
• Discuss key legal clauses in IT contracts (e.g., service level agreements, data processing agreements, liability).
• Explore legal considerations for vendor due diligence and risk management in the digital supply chain.
• Examine data residency, jurisdiction, and regulatory compliance in cloud environments.
• Learn about legal strategies for managing vendor lock-in and exit planning.

Module 8: Ethical ICT and Future Legal Challenges

• Discuss the ethical considerations in the development and deployment of new technologies (e.g., AI ethics, algorithmic bias).
• Explore legal frameworks for regulating emerging technologies (e.g., facial recognition, autonomous systems).
• Understand the legal concept of digital identity and its implications.
• Examine the challenges of legal enforcement and accountability in a borderless digital world.
• Foster a proactive approach to anticipating and addressing future legal and ethical ICT challenges.

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com