This course delves into the complex legal landscape surrounding data privacy and security, focusing on national and international regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA. Students will learn how these regulations impact IT governance, security practices, and business processes. The course also covers ethical considerations in data management, strategies for securing personal and corporate data, and the role of auditing in ensuring compliance. Students will assess real-world case studies to understand the consequences of non-compliance and the steps necessary to avoid legal pitfalls in data protection. Collaborative discussions on case studies will help students explore compliance issues from multiple perspectives, building team-oriented approaches to data governance.
Outcomes
- Interpret data privacy laws and their implications for IT governance and security policies.
- Assess the risks of non-compliance with data security regulations in a variety of IT settings, including software development processes and propose strategies for compliant, secure practices.
- Design IT policies that adhere to international and U.S. data privacy laws.
Prerequisites
Admission to the Computer Information Security & IT Project Management BAS program
Crosslisted Courses
N/A Admission to the Computer Information Security & IT Project Management BAS program Fall, Spring
Campus
Central
Area of Study
Career Education