Training Objectives

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to: 

• Understand traditional signatures, electronic signatures and digitized signatures 
• Explore the EU Legal Framework for electronic signatures 
• Understand the differences between electronic and digital signatures, features and functions 
• Explore the benefits of electronic signatures 
• Understand what eIDAS is about, its background and what is changing with eIDAS  
• Familiarise themselves with the fundamental definitions and basic concepts of the regulation 
• Comprehend the difference between Simple, Advanced, and Qualified Trust Services, including electronic signatures  
• Appreciate the impact of eIDAS on individuals, businesses and EU Member States  
• Manage the implementation of eIDAS aspects in their business 
• Be aware the latest development around eIDAS 

Training Outline

The Evolution of Signatures: Traditional, Electronic and Digital  

• What are traditional signatures, electronic signatures, and digitized signatures 
• EU Legal Framework 
• Forms of Electronic Signatures (Simple/Basic, Advanced, Qualified) 
• Differences between Electronic and Digital Signatures 
• Benefits of Electronic Signatures 
• Use Cases 

The eIDAS regulation: Introduction 

• Subject matter 
• Scope  
• Definitions 

Electronic Identification (eID) 

• National eID schemes 
• Mandatory cross-border recognition  
• MS decide the means to introduce eID 
• Assurance Levels  
• MS Cooperation 
• Interoperability   

Trust Services Ecosystem 

• Trust Service Providers 
• Electronic Signatures 
• Technologies to implement electronic signatures: 

– PAdES 

– XAdES 

– CAdES 

• Electronic Seals, Time stamping, Electronic registered delivery services, website authentication, electronic documents  
• Advanced and Qualified Trust Services, especially electronic signatures: 

– Legal Effect 

– Evidentiary value  

Closing Remarks 

• News and Recent Developments  

Who Should Attend

The programme is ideal for: 

• Lawyers and legal professionals  
• Graduate lawyers, law students, law researchers 
• In-house lawyers and Corporate Administrators 
• Internal and external legal advisors 
• Financial Advisors 
• Compliance Officers  
• Managers and Executives across disciplines (IT, HR, Projects, Strategy, Digital, Technology, Innovation, Administration) 
• Senior Management 
• Attorneys of the Republic 
• Government Agencies 

Training Style

The programme is designed to deliver theoretical knowledge mainly via live online discussions, supported by power-point presentations.  Furthermore, participants will have the opportunity to pose questions and further discuss during a Q&A session.   

CPD Recognition

This programme may be approved for up to 6 CPD units in Law. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.

In-house Training

For groups within the same organisation, this course may be customized to meet any specific needs and delivered in-house.