• Course overview
  • Course details
  • Prerequisites

Course overview

About this course

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of data protection under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). It equips participants with a clear understanding of privacy concepts, personal data management, and the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders involved in data processing. Through practical insights and structured learning, the course covers lawful data processing, data subject rights, risk mitigation, and international data transfers. Designed for professionals seeking to build a strong foundation in GDPR compliance, this course prepares learners to understand and support the application of essential data protection principles within organizational and technological contexts.

Audience profile
  • Data Protection Officers
  • Compliance Officers
  • IT Security Managers
  • Legal and Compliance Consultants
  • Risk Management Professionals
  • Human Resources Managers
  • Privacy Advocates
  • Business Analysts
  • Information Security Analysts
  • Auditors
  • Data Governance Managers
  • Marketing Professionals
  • Project Managers
  • System Administrators
  • Software Developers

At course completion, you will be able to:

  • Understand key privacy and data protection concepts.
  • Identify relevant data protection laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR).
  • Recognize the importance of personal data and its management.
  • Understand the GDPR principles governing personal data processing
  • Explain the rights of individuals concerning their personal data.
  • Recognize common data protection risks and their implications for organizations.
  • Understand common data protection measures and policies used within organizations.
  • Understand the role of data protection officers (DPOs).
  • Explain the potential consequences of non-compliance with data protection laws
  • Understand the significance of data breach management.
  • Explore best practices for data privacy within organizations.

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Course details

Module 1: GDPR

Module 2: Stakeholders, Roles, and Responsibilities

Module 3: Data Protection by Design and Default

Module 4: Legitimate Grounds for Processing

Module 5: Rights of the Data

Module 6: Principles of Processing Personal Data

Module 7: Practice of Data Processing

Module 8: International Personal Data Transfers

Module 9: Risk Assessment and Mitigation

Module 10: Review and Exam Preparation

 

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Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of data protection concepts and principles.
  • Familiarity with personal data and its relevance in everyday life.
  • Awareness of the importance of privacy in the digital age.
  • General knowledge of IT systems and their role in data processing.

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