MICRO-CREDENTIAL: CYBERLAW CRIMINAL ISSUES

About the Programme
This microcredential offers a comprehensive introduction to the legal challenges posed by technology and digital communication, with a particular focus on cyberlaw and criminal liabilities under Malaysian law.

As internet use becomes increasingly embedded in everyday life, understanding how the law addresses misconduct and protects rights in the digital sphere is essential.

The programme explores the legal framework governing freedom of expression, online obscenity, and cyber-related criminal offences, while highlighting the delicate balance between upholding civil liberties and ensuring digital accountability.

• Legal Professionals & Compliance Officers
• Business Owners & Entrepreneurs
• IT & Cybersecurity Professionals
• Government & Regulatory Officers
• Academics & Students
• HR & Corporate Executives

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Training Date
10 - 12 September 2025

Programme Fee
RM1,000
(includes daily meals, training materials and certification)

Speaker/Trainer
TBC

Prerequisite
Basic knowledge of mobile cellular communication

Mode of delivery
Physical face-to-face

Location
MCMC Centre of Excellence (CoE), Cyberjaya

 

Key Topics	Learning Outcome
Obscenity and Indecent Content Online	Participants will examine how Malaysian law defines and regulates obscene and indecent materials in digital spaces, and the implications for online content creators, platforms, and users. An analysis of relevant laws such as the Penal Code, Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA), and related provisions criminalising the production, dissemination, and possession of obscene materials online. Reported court judgments of actual cases.
Freedom of Speech and Expression in the Digital Era	This topic delves into the constitutional guarantees of free speech and their limits, particularly in the context of social media, online activism, and controversial expression. Participants will explore how the law navigates between protecting expression and curbing harm such as hate speech, misinformation, and incitement. A critical examination of Article 10 of the Federal Constitution in relation to digital speech, including limitations and responsibilities under statutory law. Case studies include online defamation, hate speech, and the fine line between criticism and sedition.
Cybercrimes and Legal Remedies	The course provides an in-depth look at various cyber offences including unauthorised access, hacking, identity theft, and misuse of digital systems. Detailed study of the Computer Crimes Act 1997 (CCA) covering offences such as unauthorised access, hacking, modification of computer contents, and misuse of network services. Participants will be introduced to real-world case examples enforcement mechanisms, prosecutorial challenges, and case-based learning to ground legal theory in practice.