Diploma on Cybercrime and Techno Torts

The Cybercrime and Techno Torts Diploma is presented and administered by E-Commerce University and Global E-Commerce Council (GECC).

While Cybercrime description is still developing, any crime that is computer-related is generically referred to as Cybercrime. E-Commerce University Cybercrime and Techno Tort Diploma illustrates students on the applicable law to substantive crimes such as forgery, fraud, child pornography, intellectual property related offenses etc. The course promises to be an effective way in learning how to combat and defend against Internet-related crimes. We cover most of the significant cybercrime issues as they are listed below.

The curriculum is designed to show:

Earning the Diploma in Global Cybercrime Law will advance knowledge and business skills of online professionals in a variety of fields; including, but not limited to, banking, information technology, Security Systems Management, Public Sectors, Private Sectors, Retail and other business executives and entrepreneurs who need to protect their online presence against cybercrimes.

REGISTER

COURSE MATERIALS

DESCRIPTION OF THE MODULES

ASSESSMENTS

DIPLOMA

INTEREST AND ELIGIBILITY

FEES AND SCHEDULE

BOOKING CONDITIONS

COURSE MATERIALS:

This Diploma has been developed and customized with the specific needs of the online community in mind – timely information that can be immediately used for e-business practice. Experts and experienced practitioners, from around the world, have designed the materials for the Cybercrime and Techno Torts Diploma.

Each module contains text material, study guide instruction, and weekly interactive participation. Text material may contain a combination of code sections, cases, and commentary materials or news articles that are available on the Internet. Study guides contain commentary materials upon the text materials with exercises and assignments to be completed independently.

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DESCRIPTION OF THE MODULES:

  1. Cybercrime and the Nature of its Perpetrators
    • The Nature of Computer Crime
    • Crimes and Perpetrators
  2. Encryption & Cryptography and their Constitutional Implications
    • The Uses of Encryption and Cryptography
    • Constitutional Implications
  3. Cyberterrorism, Patriot Bill, Hacking, Bad Bots, Viruses; Federal Statutes against Cybercrime; Online Gambling
    1. Cyberterrorism
      • Cyber-terrorism, Patriot Bill, Hackers, Viruses, Bad "Boots"
    2. Federal Statutes against Cybercrime
      • Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
      • Wire Fraud Act
      • National Stolen Property Act
      • No Electronic Theft Act
    3. Online Gambling
      • Online Gambling
  4. Introduction to Intellectual Property Cybercrimes and Constitutional Concerns
    • Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
    • Wire Fraud Act
    • National Stolen Property Act
    • No Electronic Theft Act
  5. Trademarks and Domain Name Theft; Cybercrimes Involving Copyright and Digital Music
    • ICANN
    • Hyperlinking
    • Cybersquatting
    • Trademark Cyberspiracy Prevention Act: Reverse Name Hijacking
    • Anticybersquatting Consumer Protection Act
    • Software Music Piracy
  6. Internet Fraud
    • Identity Theft
    • Online Retail Sales Fraud
    • Business Opportunity Fraud
    • Auction Fraud
  7. Indecent Speech; Hate Speech Platforms and Criminal Liability for Harm Occurring
    • Liabilities of Internet Service Providers and Content Providers Publishers v. Distributors
    • Defamation on the Internet
    • Slander and Libel Online
    • First Amendment Concerns
    • Threats Online
    • Cyberstalking

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ASSESSMENTS:

The program is assessed by submission of weekly written assignments or a final writing paper. The student may choose either of these assessment methods; yet, writings must be in English. Weekly assignments must answer the assignment questions in two to five pages, doubled-spaced, Times New Roman letter and be submitted at the end of the module. Final papers must be minimum fifteen doubled-spaced pages, Times New Roman. Final papers are due one week after the course is completed. This paper may be published in the IBLS News Portal section.

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DIPLOMA:

Upon completion and passing the assessment, a Diploma in Cybercrime and Techno Torts is awarded. This Diploma is awarded by E-Commerce University in cooperation with Global E-Commerce Council GECC www.eCommerceCouncil.org

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INTEREST AND ELIGIBILITY:

This program is of interest to all professionals including but not limited to attorneys, computer experts, law enforcement agents, and business executives and entrepreneurs who need to increase skills and competence in areas concerning Cybercrime and Techno Torts.

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FEES AND SCHEDULE:

The tuition for the Diploma Program is US$980; this fee includes professor's instructions and all course materials.

This diploma course employs the Socratic Method. Students are responsible for self-study the reading assignments. The course professor is available for live online discussions via discussion board or forum twice a week during the office hours he or she selects. Students in different time zones may send their questions or comments by e-mail if they cannot participate in live online discussions. This course is taught by distinguished law professors who are experts in this and other legal fields that they practice.

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BOOKING CONDITIONS:

PAYMENT OF FEES:

Fees must be paid in full in U.S. Dollars upon enrolment along with completed application.

CONTRACT:

The completion and submission of an application form does not constitute a contract between E-Commerce University and the candidate. A contract shall exist only on acceptance by the E-Commerce University in writing of the candidate’s application form and shall incorporate these booking conditions. The laws of USA shall apply in all respects and the courts of USA shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

COPYRIGHT:

The copyright of all study materials remains that of E-COMMERCE UNIVERSITY. Such materials may not be reproduced either in whole or in part, by any method whatsoever, without permission having been given in writing by the E-COMMERCE UNIVERSITY. Once enrolled, study materials become accessible only to the candidate to whom they paid for the course and may not be used by any other person.

MATERIAL:

The Diploma involves 8 weekly modules that are delivered and accessed online and Black Board specifications. Each module will contain text material, study guide instruction, and weekly interactive participation. Text material may contain a combination of code sections, cases, and commentary materials or news.

LANGUAGE:

All study materials and assessments are supplied in the English language only.

ASSESSMENT PAPERS:

Candidates will receive written comments from E-Commerce University on their performance.

CANCELLATION:

Candidates may cancel their registration by notice in writing to E-COMMERCE UNIVERSITY (provided such notice is received by E-COMMERCE UNIVERSITY before release of their ID and Password for accessing the course materials), whereupon the candidate shall be entitled to a refund of the fee for the course and course materials in question less an administrative fee of $100. No cancellation will be permitted after the release of ID and Password for accessing the course materials.

VARIATION IN DIPLOMA PROGRAM:

The E-COMMERCE UNIVERSITY Diploma Program is offered subject to demand. E-COMMERCE UNIVERSITY reserve the right to vary the module contents or cease offering any or all of the module contents for any of E-COMMERCE UNIVERSITY Diploma Program

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E-COMMERCE UNIVERSITY CONTACT INFORMATION:

For more information, please send an email to info@ibls.com

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