About this Event
The offers the training programme as part of its . This programme equips participants with the legal, technical, and administrative knowledge required to manage personal data protection, maintain regulatory compliance, and strengthen organisational privacy practices.
The programme explores the responsibilities of a Data Protection Officer, including overseeing privacy policies, monitoring compliance, assessing data protection risks, and implementing preventive controls against data breaches and unauthorised access. Participants develop an understanding of internationally recognised privacy frameworks, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and learn how to apply appropriate data protection measures within their organisations.
Through practical guidance and structured learning, the programme strengthens participants’ ability to develop data protection policies, support compliance strategies, and promote responsible data handling. It is suitable for compliance professionals, cybersecurity specialists, legal advisers, and managers responsible for protecting sensitive information and maintaining effective information security practices.
The Data Protection Officer (DPO) programme ultimately helps organisations build a stronger culture of data protection, reduce privacy risks, and align daily operations with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Objectives and target group
Who Should Attend?
- Compliance and risk officers in government and private institutions.
- Staff in information technology and information security departments.
- Legal advisors and officers in legal and regulatory affairs.
- Data protection managers or professionals aspiring to assume the role of Data Protection Officer (DPO).
Knowledge and Benefits:
After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:
- Understand the legal and regulatory framework for personal data protection.
- Recognise the roles and responsibilities of the Data Protection Officer within the organisation.
- Acquire skills in managing compliance with data protection requirements.
- Develop policies and procedures that ensure the protection of sensitive information.
- Promote a culture of privacy and information security within the institutional work environment.
Course Content
- Overview of Data Protection
- Concept of personal data, its types, and sensitivity levels.
- Fundamental principles of data processing under international regulations.
- The relationship between data protection and individual privacy rights.
- Legal and Regulatory Framework for Data Protection
- Introduction to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
- Basic legal requirements for data protection in an organisational environment.
- Organisational obligations toward individuals and regulatory authorities.
- Roles and Responsibilities of the Data Protection Officer
- Monitoring the implementation of data protection policies within the organisation.
- Ensuring compliance with local and international laws and regulations.
- Coordinating with regulatory authorities in the event of data breaches.
- Administrative Structure and Organisational Communication for the DPO
- Position of the DPO within the organisational hierarchy.
- Managing relationships with IT teams and legal affairs departments.
- Preparing periodic reports to senior management on compliance and risks.
- Implementing a Data Protection Compliance System
- Mechanisms for assessing internal compliance with the Data Protection Regulation.
- Developing action plans to address compliance gaps.
- Monitoring performance indicators in data protection.
- Drafting Policies and Legal Procedures
- Preparing privacy policies and data retention policies.
- Setting standards for sharing data with external parties.
- Managing consents and rights of data subjects.
- Information Security Controls for Personal Data Protection
- Implementing technical and organisational security measures in data processing.
- Encryption mechanisms and access control for sensitive information.
- Coordination between the Data Protection Office and Information Security management.
- Managing Data Breach Incidents
- Definition of data breaches, their types, and legal implications.
- Steps for incident response and reporting.
- Preparing investigation reports and documenting corrective actions.
- Analysing and Assessing Data Processing Risks
- Identifying potential risk sources throughout the data lifecycle.
- Tools and methodologies for legal and technical risk assessment.
- Developing mitigation and prevention plans against violations.
- Sustaining the Data Protection System and Enhancing Organisational Performance
- Building a culture of data protection within the organisation.
- Designing ongoing awareness and training programs for staff.
- Monitoring and periodically updating data protection policies.
Event venue & nearby stays
British Academy, 133 Kilburn Lane, London, United Kingdom
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