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Cloud Computing Law SpecializationQueen Mary University of London

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Vast amounts of personal information are processed in the cloud. But who is legally responsible for such ‘personal data’ in cloud environments? What duties do cloud providers like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google have? And what rights can you, as an individual, exercise under data protection law? If you’d like to find out, then this course is for you!
First, we’ll look at how the European Union’s ‘General Data Protection Regulation’ (‘GDPR’) regulates the processing of personal data in cloud services. You’ll learn to identify controllers and processors, describe their roles and responsibilities, and understand how cloud customers and providers can comply in practice.
 
Second, we’ll look at international transfers of personal data. We’ll explain how the GDPR can apply to cloud providers and their customers anywhere in the world, as well as how restrictions on international transfers apply to cloud services.
 
Third, we’ll look at how the Network and Information Security (‘NIS’) Directive regulates the cybersecurity of critical infrastructure. You’ll learn to identify cloud providers’ duties to notify security breaches and to keep their services secure, and how to apply those duties to concrete case studies. 

In short, this course covers how the GDPR and NIS Directive apply to cloud services and what cloud providers and their customers should do to comply.

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Course 2 of 3 in the

Cloud Computing Law Specialization

Beginner Level

No prior legal or computer science background required.

Approx. 16 hours to complete

English

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Skills you will gain

Cybersecurity Regulation
Cloud Services
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
International Transfers of Personal Data
Cloud Computing

Flexible deadlines

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Course 2 of 3 in the

Cloud Computing Law Specialization

Beginner Level

No prior legal or computer science background required.

Approx. 16 hours to complete

English

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Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary University of London is a leading research-intensive university with a difference – one that opens the doors of opportunity to anyone with the potential to succeed. Ranked 117 in the world, the University has over 28000 students and 4400 members of staff. We are a truly global university: over 160 nationalities are represented on our 5 campuses in London, and we also have a presence in Malta, Paris, Athens, Singapore and China. The reach of our education is extended still further through our online provision.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1

Week 1

6 hours to complete

Protecting Personal Data in the Cloud

This week, you'll learn how data protection laws regulate the processing of personal data in cloud services. We will focus, in particular, on the rules applying to cloud service providers and their customers as 'processors' and 'controllers' under the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We will explore the principles that must be followed and consider the legal grounds for processing personal data in the cloud, as well as how individuals might exercise their rights and the potential consequences for cloud providers of failing to comply with their obligations. By the end of this week, you'll be able to identify what is regulated as personal data and analyse what cloud providers and their customers must do to ensure compliance with the GDPR.

6 hours to complete

10 videos (Total 59 min), 12 readings, 3 quizzes

10 videos

Introduction to data protection and cybersecurity7mWhat is personal data?6mWho are the main GDPR actors?6mWhat are the data protection principles?5mWhat is lawful processing?4mWhat do we mean by 'joint' controllers?6mWhat is the relationship between controllers and processors?6mWhat are the security obligations?6mWhat are individual rights?4mWhat are the GDPR provisions on fines and compensation?5m

12 readings

Introducing Christopher and Dimitra5mGlossary of Key Terms5mThe definition of personal data20mThe main actors under the GDPR20mData Protection Principles15mLawful processing20mJoint controllers10mRelationship between controllers and processors10mSecurity and personal data breach45mIndividual rights45mFines and compensation15mA message from your instructors3m

3 practice exercises

Controllers, processors, and lawful grounds for processing20mController-processor relationship and individual rights20mCase Studies40m

Week2

Week 2

5 hours to complete

International Data Transfers and Cloud Services

This week, you'll learn how the GDPR applies to international transfers of data in cloud computing. First, we will examine the broad territorial scope of the GDPR in the context of cloud computing. Then we will explore how GDPR may restrict international transfers of cloud data; the legal mechanisms that may be relied on to justify regulated transfers; and possible exceptions to the transfer restriction. By the end of this week, you'll be able to explain the international reach of GDPR and how its data transfer rules apply to cloud providers and their customers.

5 hours to complete

10 videos (Total 57 min), 8 readings, 5 quizzes

10 videos

Introduction to International Data Transfers5mThe Establishment Test5mTargeting and Monitoring6mThird country transfer restriction5mWhat is a transfer?6mTransfer options3mAdequacy decisions6mAppropriate Safeguards7mDerogations4mData Transfers Conclusion5m

8 readings

Glossary of key terms15mDuty to appoint a representative5mOther consequences of applying the GDPR10mLawful basis for the transfer of personal data15mThe EU-US Data Privacy Framework20mBinding Corporate Rules 20mDerogations from the third country data transfer restriction30mData Location Services10m

5 practice exercises

Establishment in the EU10mTargeting and monitoring the behaviour of EU data subjects10mThird country transfer restriction15mThird country data transfer instruments10mCase Studies40m

Week3

Week 3

5 hours to complete

Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Critical Infrastructure

This week, you'll learn about the regulation of cloud services as critical infrastructure under the Network and Information Security ('NIS') Directive. First, we'll look which cloud services need to comply with this Directive. Then, we'll review the obligations to keep cloud services secure and to report security incidents to a regulator. By the end of this week, you'll be able to describe how a cloud provider can comply with the NIS Directive, as well as the possible penalties for breaking the rules.

5 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 32 min), 7 readings, 3 quizzes

7 videos

Introduction to the regulation of critical infrastructure4mWhat is critical infrastructure?2mHow does the NIS Directive define 'cloud'?6mMust cloud providers notify security incidents?5mMust cloud providers secure their service?4mHow is the NIS Directive enforced?4mWho enforces the NIS Directive?3m

7 readings

Introducing: Ian and Dave3mRegulating Digital Service Providers30mRegulating 'cloud' services30mIncident notification under the NIS Directive30mRegulating risk management1hJurisdiction and enforcement30mCongratulations from your instructors3m

3 practice exercises

Scope and Incident Notification20mJurisdiction, oversight, and enforcement15mCase Studies40m

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by AOMar 24, 2023

A 5 star course. For introduction level.

Has everything it promises, could be more detailed and harder, also longer... but it is insightful overall.

by JMMar 20, 2023

5/5. Absolutely loved this course. Great instructors and very up to date information.

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About the Cloud Computing Law Specialization

This Specialization is intended for anyone interested in understanding the legal rights and obligations of providers and customers of cloud services. Our three Courses cover the key legal and regulatory issues for cloud services, including cloud contracts, data protection law, law enforcement access, and much more! You will learn to describe cloud providers’ and customers’ legal rights, to identify and assess legal risks, and to suggest possible legal and technological solutions.

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Cloud Computing Law: Data Protection and Cybersecurity

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Christopher Millard

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Protecting Personal Data in the Cloud

International Data Transfers and Cloud Services

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Protecting Personal Data in the Cloud

International Data Transfers and Cloud Services

Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Critical Infrastructure

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