Cybersecurity Law and Policy - Certificate

The certificate in Cybersecurity Law and Policy is designed for cybersecurity professionals, including experts who work in data privacy and compliance and incident response, to deliver specialized legal training to position them to respond to the challenges and opportunities the industry may pose for providers, suppliers, and industry partners. 

This graduate-level certificate in Cybersecurity Law and Policy will prepare new and experienced cybersecurity professionals to effectively address complex legal and policy challenges in the cybersecurity industry. Specifically, participants will be exposed to (i) important Federal and state laws, regulations and policies in the cybersecurity industry, and (ii) advances in theory and practice, as well as applications of law, regulation and policies through case studies through a module-based structure.

Individuals who complete the program will be able to synthesize scenarios, practice, and legal regulation in the cybersecurity industry, providing analysis or judgments for consideration to organizational leadership with a nuanced perspective.

The certificate in Cybersecurity Law and Policy provides an industry-responsive curriculum with a focus on cybersecurity law as it applies to policies, business, and economic factors. Courses are offered by asynchronous distance learning to provide a flexible schedule for working professionals. Interactive coursework includes case study assignments and regular interaction with classmates through zoom meetings, videos, audio casts, chat rooms, discussion boards, and group breakout sessions. 

This program is approved for delivery via asynchronous distance education technology. 

For more information, please go to law.tamu.edu.