Data Protection Regulations
Certificate Course - Information Systems Engineering - ISE.4.4.I25
| Date | Jul 13 - 14, 2026 |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Location | On campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | upon request |
| Cost | 1,550€ |
Fundamentals
The course covers data protection principles, legal foundations, privacy law, and relevant case-law in privacy and data protection.
Technology
It includes examples of implementing data protection principles in software, including privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default solutions.
Applications
It applies legal requirements to software development and practical privacy protection in technical systems.
What you'll explore
- Recent case-law and legal foundations of privacy and data protection
- Overview of key data protection principles relevant to software development
- Introduction to privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default approaches
- Focus on legal requirements in data protection
- Examples of implementing data protection principles in technical solutions
Your key takeaways
Participants
- gain knowledge of fundamental characteristics of data protection regulations, e.g. GDPR
- gain knowledge of fundamental characteristics of data protection case-law
- gain the ability to detect data protection shortcomings in software design
Taught by recognized experts in Data Protection Regulations
Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality.
Prof. Dr. jur Franziska Böhm
Prof. Dr. Franziska Böhm is Head of the Department for Intellectual Property Rights in Distributed Information Infrastructures at FIZ Karlsruhe – Leibniz Institute for Information Infrastructure, and Professor at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Centre for Applied Legal Studies (ZAR). Her expertise lies in IT law, data protection, and intellectual property in digital and cross-border information systems. She has an international academic background from Germany and France, holds a PhD from the University of Luxembourg, and has held research and teaching positions across Europe. Since 2015, she has been shaping research and policy at the intersection of law, technology, and digital innovation.
Who should attend
This course is particularly beneficial for professionals in the following fields:
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Data protection officers and compliance managers
Professionals responsible for ensuring data protection compliance within organizations, managing GDPR adherence, and implementing privacy frameworks. -
Legal experts and consultants in IT law
Lawyers, legal advisors, and consultants specializing in data protection, privacy law, or IT compliance who want to deepen their technical understanding of regulatory requirements. -
Software developers and engineers
Developers designing systems that handle personal data, aiming to incorporate privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default principles into their projects. -
IT architects and system designers
Architects and designers creating technical infrastructures where data protection and privacy considerations are critical, such as cloud services, databases, or enterprise applications. -
Project managers and product owners
Managers overseeing projects involving data processing, digital transformation, or software development, ensuring alignment with data protection regulations. -
Data privacy and security specialists
Professionals focused on data security, risk assessment, or privacy engineering who need to integrate legal and technical aspects of data protection. -
Business analysts and consultants in digitalization
Analysts and consultants guiding organizations through digital transformation while ensuring compliance with data protection laws. -
Researchers and academics
Researchers, PhD candidates, and students in law, computer science, or information systems interested in the intersection of data protection, technology, and regulatory frameworks.
Advance your career with KIT-level expertise
Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth.
Flexibility
Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.
Relevance
Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.
Advancement
Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.
About HECTOR School
HECTOR School, the Technology Business School of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), is a leading provider of executive education in technology-driven fields.
For this course, participants who successfully complete the examination can earn a KIT certificate with ECTS credits, which may be credited toward our Executive Master of Science or Advanced Studies Programs, subject to content alignment.