Module 1: Legal Framework of E-commerce

·       Introduction to e-commerce law: sources and principles

·       Overview of relevant international and national legislation

·       Legal definitions and classifications in e-commerce

·       Jurisdiction issues in online transactions

·       Consumer protection in the digital marketplace

·       Practical session: Identifying the key legal statutes applicable to e-commerce in a specific jurisdiction.

Module 2: Formation of Online Contracts

·       Principles of contract law applied to the online environment

·       Offer and acceptance in electronic transactions

·       Website terms and conditions as contractual agreements

·       Clickwrap, browsewrap, and other online agreement methods

·       Legal requirements for online contract formation

·       Practical session: Analyzing the formation of a contract through an e-commerce website.

Module 3: Electronic Signatures and Digital Evidence

·       Legal validity and enforceability of electronic signatures

·       Different types of electronic signatures and their legal standing

·       Authentication of digital signatures

·       Admissibility of electronic documents as evidence

·       International standards and regulations for electronic signatures

·       Practical session: Evaluating the legal implications of using different types of electronic signatures.

Module 4: Online Consumer Protection Laws

·       Key consumer rights in the online context (information, withdrawal, redress)

·       Legal obligations of online sellers towards consumers

·       Distance selling regulations and their application

·       Unfair commercial practices in e-commerce

·       Handling online consumer complaints and disputes

·       Practical session: Analyzing a case study involving online consumer rights and seller obligations.

Module 5: Data Protection and Privacy in E-commerce

·       Overview of data protection and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)

·       Collection, processing, and storage of personal data online

·       Privacy policies and their legal requirements

·       Data security obligations for online businesses

·       Cross-border data transfers in e-commerce

·       Practical session: Drafting a privacy policy for an e-commerce platform.

Module 6: Intellectual Property Rights Online

·       Protection of trademarks and domain names in the online environment

·       Copyright issues related to online content and digital products

·       Patent law and its relevance to e-commerce technologies

·       Online infringement of intellectual property rights

·       Enforcement mechanisms for online IP protection

·       Practical session: Identifying potential intellectual property infringements on an e-commerce website.

Module 7: Liability for Online Content and Transactions

·       Legal liability of online intermediaries and platforms

·       Responsibility for user-generated content

·       Liability for defective products sold online

·       Security breaches and data loss: legal consequences

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·       Practical session: Analyzing a scenario involving the liability of an e-commerce platform for user content.

Module 8: Jurisdiction and Choice of Law in E-commerce

·       Determining jurisdiction in cross-border online transactions

·       Applicable law in international e-commerce contracts

·       Legal challenges in enforcing judgments across borders

·       Strategies for addressing jurisdictional issues in online business

·       The role of international agreements and conventions

·       Practical session: Examining a case involving a jurisdictional dispute in an international online sale.

Module 9: Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Mechanisms

·       Overview of different ODR methods (negotiation, mediation, arbitration)

·       Legal framework for ODR and its recognition

·       Benefits and limitations of ODR in e-commerce

·       Examples of ODR platforms and their procedures

·       Enforceability of ODR outcomes

·       Practical session: Exploring different ODR platforms and their suitability for resolving e-commerce disputes.

Module 10: Legal Aspects of Online Advertising and Emerging Technologies

·       Regulations governing online advertising and marketing practices

·       Legal requirements for online disclosures and endorsements

·       Data-driven advertising and privacy concerns

·       Legal implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in e-commerce

·       Blockchain technology and its impact on digital contracts and transactions

·       Practical session: Analyzing the legal compliance of an online advertising campaign.

 

Requirements:

·       Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

·       Applicants must live up to Armstrong Global Institute admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.

Or call us on +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588