Data Protection Management
Course Info
Code PI1-122
Duration 5 Days
Format Classroom
Course Summary
Managing data protection regulations within a business is paramount to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and maintain trust with stakeholders. You’ll need to thoroughly understand the applicable regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and also stay up to date with any changes in legislation.
Implementing robust data protection policies and procedures is also crucial to establishing clear guidelines for data collection, storage, processing, and sharing, as well as ensuring that employees are adequately trained on these policies.
You will need to conduct regular audits and assessments of data handling practices to help identify any vulnerabilities or non-compliance issues that need to be addressed promptly and appoint a dedicated data protection officer or team responsible for overseeing compliance efforts and responding to data protection inquiries or breaches to further strengthen the business's data protection framework.
By prioritising adherence to data protection regulations, businesses can safeguard sensitive information, uphold privacy rights, and foster a culture of trust and accountability.
During this course, you’ll learn:
- To gain insight into the nature of data and its diverse classifications.
- To explore methods to enhance organisational efficiency and effectiveness in managing data and information to address challenges posed by privacy, data protection, and cyber security threats.
- To identify and understand data governance protocols, policies, and strategies aimed at capturing, managing, and securely disposing of business data and records.
- To craft actionable strategies to ensure information compliance, audits, legislation, and regulations are met through thorough review of information and information management controls.
- To establish and execute a comprehensive Data Governance initiative, encompassing delineation of roles and responsibilities, risk mitigation, and enhancement of business processes.
- To familiarise yourself with the six fundamental principles guiding data governance.
- To learn safe handling practices for sensitive data and grasp the rights of data subjects, along with the obligations of the information commissioner.
This course is designed for anyone responsible for managing data compliance and storage under General Data Protection Regulations. It would be most beneficial for:
- Data Protection Officers
- Legal Advisers
- Marketing Professionals
- IT Professionals
- Data Analysts
- Business Owners
- Directors
- Risk Assessors
- Auditors
- HR Professionals
- Operational Managers
- Finance Managers
This course uses a variety of adult learning styles to aid full understanding and comprehension. Participants will take part in trainer led presentations to understand the importance of GDPR regulations and what this means for their business.
They will work together to assess their current level of compliance within their business and devise a recovery and continuity plan in the event of a breach.
Course Content & Outline
Section 1
Safe Handling Practices for Sensitive Data
- Importance of data protection regulations.
- Understanding sensitive data categories.
- Legal obligations and compliance standards.
- Encryption techniques for data security.
- Data transmission protocols and secure communication channels.
- Employee training and awareness programs.
- Best practices for data disposal and deletion.
- Auditing and monitoring for compliance assurance.
Section 2
The Essentials of GDPR
- Principles of data protection under GDPR.
- Legal basis for processing personal data.
- Rights of data subjects and their implications.
- Data controller and data processor responsibilities.
- Cross-border data transfers and adequacy decisions.
- Appointment and role of data protection officers (DPOs).
- GDPR compliance strategies and frameworks.
- Enforcement mechanisms and penalties for non-compliance.
- Updates and future developments in GDPR regulations.
Section 3
The Fundamental Principles of Data Governance
- Definition and scope of data governance.
- Principles of data governance: accuracy, completeness, consistency, integrity, and timeliness.
- Data quality management practices.
- Metadata management and its role in data governance.
- Data lifecycle management from creation to disposal.
- Regulatory compliance and data governance.
- Data governance in the context of emerging technologies (e.g., AI, IoT).
Section 4
Processing & Storing Data Safely
- Access control measures and user permissions.
- Secure storage solutions: on-premises and cloud-based options.
- Data backup and disaster recovery strategies.
- Compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR).
Section 5
Your Obligations as a Data Holder
- Regular audits and assessments of data handling practices.
- Continuous training on data protection and privacy measures.
- Collaboration with data protection authorities for compliance assurance.
- Data sharing agreements and confidentiality clauses.
Section 6
Data Sharing & Managing Risks
- Risks associated with data breaches.
- Incident response and breach management procedures.
- Data breach notification requirements.
- Data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).
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