Graduate Certificate in Privacy Law in Boston United States | Northeastern University

To give you a comprehensive overview in a specialized field, Northeastern University School of Law provides various interdisciplinary certificates that combine the distinct advantages of our law school and global university, along with our leadership in experiential learning. Information privacy law is one of the fastest-expanding legal domains. However, currently, just about 25% of U.S. law schools offer dedicated courses on privacy or information security. The need for privacy attorneys is skyrocketing, with nearly all major corporations and government agencies establishing privacy offices. Each year sees an increase in privacy and data security regulations, as both state and federal governments pass numerous, sometimes overlapping, laws to safeguard and oversee the vast array of data needed for business operations, community services, and daily life in our digital era.

The interdisciplinary Graduate Certificate in Privacy Law covers an extensive selection of courses, including data management, privacy, information ethics, internet law, marketing, consumer behavior, and beyond. Through coursework, co-ops, clinics, and completing a significant research paper, your education will be rooted in legal principles while delivering targeted expertise, real-world perspectives, and distinctive insights from both law faculty and colleagues across our worldwide university network. If you aim to expand your understanding and sharpen your skills in privacy law, this graduate certificate will prepare you to embark on a career in this dynamic and evolving field.