This elective course provides a comprehensive study of the legal, regulatory, and operational challenges associated with cross-border data transactions. The course is designed for postgraduate students to understand the complexities of data flows across jurisdictions, especially in the context of international business, data protection laws, and trade agreements. Topics include data localization, cross-border data transfer mechanisms, compliance with privacy laws from different jurisdictions and managing legal risks in multinational settings.

CILO-1: Identify and explain the key concepts, terminologies, and legal principles governing cross-border data transactions. CILO-2: Discuss the regulatory frameworks and international agreements that shape cross-border data flows. CILO-3: Analyze the legal and regulatory challenges of data localization and compliance with global privacy laws. CILO-4: Apply legal principles to resolve issues arising from cross-border data transfers, including drafting and negotiating data-sharing agreements. CILO-5: Evaluate the risks and benefits of different cross-border data transfer mechanisms, such as standard contractual clauses and binding corporate rules. CILO-6: Develop a legal strategy for managing cross-border data transactions in compliance with international and regional data protection laws.