Introduction

In today's digital era, data privacy and information protection are critical components for maintaining trust and compliance in any professional environment. This 5-day professional course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively safeguard sensitive data. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical exercises, attendees will explore the complexities of data privacy laws, risk assessment strategies, and the implementation of robust data protection mechanisms.

Objectives

• Understand the principles of data privacy and protection.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with data handling.
• Gain familiarity with major data protection regulations (e.g. GDPR, CCPA).
• Develop skills to create and implement data protection policies.
• Learn to address data breaches and manage information security incidents.

Course Outlines

Day 1: Fundamentals of Data Privacy

• Introduction to data privacy concepts.
• Overview of key privacy laws and regulations.
• The role of data protection officers (DPO).
• Understanding personal data and its value.
• Privacy by design and default principles.

Day 2: Data Lifecycle and Risk Management

• Data lifecycle stages and their importance.
• Identifying data privacy risks.
• Conducting data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).
• Risk mitigation strategies.
• Tools for monitoring data protection risks.

Day 3: Data Protection Laws and Compliance

• In-depth analysis of GDPR.
• Overview of CCPA and other regional regulations.
• Compliance requirements for businesses.
• Strategies for achieving regulatory compliance.
• Role of technology in enabling compliance.

Day 4: Developing Data Protection Policies

• Key components of an effective data protection policy.
• Steps to draft data protection policies.
• Integrating privacy policies with corporate governance.
• Case studies on successful policy implementations.
• Ensuring employee adherence to data protection policies.

Day 5: Responding to Data Breaches

• Understanding data breaches and their impact.
• Steps to take following a data breach.
• Legal obligations for breach notifications.
• Incident response planning and management.
• Long-term strategies for breach prevention.