Graduate Certificate In Strategic Digital Compliance

Many industries and professions are adopting digital technologies on an unprecedented scale, revolutionising workplace practice. The changes occurring are largely positive, but as with any rapid change on such a large scale, the law must also evolve and ideally stay on the front foot - anticipating new situations, while identifying the legal implications of widespread technological disruption.

By studying a Graduate Certificate in Strategic Digital Compliance, you will be prepared to face the challenges of managing legal risks in an environment of widespread adoption of digital technology. A core area of investigation is the interaction between digital technology and the questions it poses for law, regulation and ethical responsibility.

The course will explore the ethical ramifications that accompany the enhanced capabilities of digital technology and data acquisition, particularly legal issues around privacy, security, ownership and accessibility of information, in the context of digital disruption more broadly.

Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate in Strategic Digital Compliance, graduates will be able to assess and manage legal risks regarding digital technology, and possess a thorough understanding of the ethical and legal implications of digital technology within workplace and professional contexts.

Use critical thinking skills to interpret the law's application to specific legal scenarios relating to digital data and technology, as a means to manage legal and ethical risks.

Implement the targeted problem solving strategies necessary to provide innovative solutions to real-world problems.

Remain up to date with legal requirements related to innovative technologies and digital data, ready to respond to challenges in an ethical and socially responsible manner.

Effectively communicate complex ideas and provide clarification about relevant legal requirements and ethical considerations.

Faciliate comprehensive risk management procedures from an information technology perspective, ensuring data is sufficiently safeguarded.

Play a dynamic and analytical role within an organisation or in government, ensuring data privacy procedures meet compliance requirements, and adhere to government regulations.

Ensure the organisation or business you work for is complying with digital technology and data use regulations, in addition to meeting its ethical requirements.

Make clear to your employees the legal risks associated with data use and digital technology, ensuring individual employees have a clear understanding of the law and their ethical accountability.