This program will provide perspective for HR professionals in understanding various data privacy laws among various nations. Particular attention will be paid to the EU Directive on data privacy and various legislations in member nations. However, discussions of the Data Privacy Laws in Asia, as well as Mexico and Latin America will also be highlighted. This area will be of significant import to American HR professionals with operations abroad simply because American legislation has not matched the level of regulation and compliance obligations that exist outside of the United States. An overview of this legislation will be discussed, as well as the various issues that should be addressed and understood by any HR professional.