Commerce and Technology Law

Program Overview

The Commerce and Technology Law (M.C.T.L.) program delves into the legal complexities of the digital age, focusing on data and privacy law. Designed for professionals in business, law, or related fields, this interdisciplinary program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of commerce and technology law, preparing them for careers in various sectors, including law, business, and technology.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Commerce and Technology Law (M.C.T.L.)
program explores evolving legal issues facing new business and e-commerce in the global information age economy. The program has a focus on data and privacy law.
• Objectives: The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal and business aspects of commerce and technology, with a focus on the impact of information technology on business law and practice.
Graduates will be prepared for careers in various fields, including law, business, and technology.
• Description: The program is designed for students with a background in business, law, or a related field.
It is offered in a full-time, residential format only. Classes begin in August and conclude in May. The program is highly interdisciplinary, drawing on faculty from the law school, the business school, and the computer science department. Students will take courses in a variety of areas, including intellectual property, e-commerce, data privacy, and cybercrime.

Outline:

• Content: The program covers a wide range of topics related to commerce and technology law, including:
• Intellectual property
• E-commerce
• Data privacy
• Cybercrime
• International business law
• Tax law
• Structure: The program consists of 30 credit hours, which can be completed in one year of full-time study.
The program is divided into three elective component areas:
• Intellectual Property Transactions/Information Age Commercial Law
• International Perspective and Regulation/Tax
• Students must take at least one course from each elective component area.
• Course Schedule: Classes are offered in the fall and spring semesters.
The program begins in August and concludes in May. However, students can choose to focus their studies on a particular area of commerce and technology law by taking elective courses in that area.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods: Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
• Exams
• Papers
• Presentations
• Class participation
• Assessment Criteria: Students are assessed on their knowledge of the course material, their ability to think critically and solve problems, and their ability to communicate effectively.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
• Lectures
• Discussions
• Case studies
• Simulations
• Faculty: The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members from the law school, the business school, and the computer science department.
• Unique Approaches: The program has a strong focus on experiential learning.
Students have the opportunity to work on real-world projects and to participate in externships with businesses and law firms.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Graduates of the program can pursue a variety of careers in law, business, and technology.
Some common career paths include:
• Lawyer
• Business consultant
• Technology manager
• Policy analyst
• Entrepreneur
• Opportunities: The program provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a variety of careers in commerce and technology law.
Graduates have gone on to work for a variety of organizations, including law firms, businesses, and government agencies.
• Outcomes: The program has a high placement rate.
Graduates have been successful in securing jobs in a variety of fields. The program also has a strong alumni network, which provides students with access to mentorship and networking opportunities.