Introduction:

 The Data Privacy and GDPR Compliance training course is designed to equip professionals with a comprehensive understanding of data privacy principles and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). As data privacy becomes a priority for organizations worldwide, this course covers the requirements for GDPR compliance, including data protection rights, security measures, risk assessments, and accountability standards. Participants will gain the skills needed to develop, implement, and manage GDPR-compliant data privacy programs, ensuring the protection of personal data and building trust with customers.

Objectives:

• Understand GDPR principles, requirements, and the rights of data subjects.
• Gain proficiency in designing and implementing GDPR-compliant data privacy programs.
• Learn to conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and manage data subject access requests.
• Develop skills in data security measures, breach response, and risk assessment.
• Strengthen communication skills for reporting and ensuring accountability in data privacy.

Who Should Attend? This course is ideal for:

• Data protection officers (DPOs), compliance officers, and IT professionals responsible for GDPR compliance.
• Legal advisors, risk managers, and internal auditors involved in data privacy oversight.
• Business leaders and managers who handle personal data or oversee data protection practices.
• HR and marketing professionals responsible for managing customer and employee data.
• Anyone interested in understanding and applying GDPR and data privacy principles in their organization.

Day 1: Foundations of Data Privacy and GDPR Compliance

• Introduction to Data Privacy and GDPR: Understanding the objectives and scope of GDPR and its impact on organizations.
• Key GDPR Principles: Lawfulness, fairness, transparency, data minimization, purpose limitation, accuracy, storage limitation, integrity, and accountability.
• Roles and Responsibilities under GDPR: Responsibilities of data controllers, processors, and the role of Data Protection Officers (DPOs).
• Data Subject Rights: Overview of individual rights, including access, rectification, erasure, restriction, and portability.
• Workshop: Case study on identifying GDPR responsibilities and applying core data privacy principles within a sample organization.

Day 2: Data Mapping, Consent, and Legal Basis for Processing

• Data Mapping and Inventory: Identifying personal data flows and maintaining data records.
• Legal Basis for Data Processing: Determining appropriate lawful bases for data processing activities.
• Obtaining and Managing Consent: Best practices for obtaining valid consent and managing consent withdrawals.
• Third-Party Data Sharing and Processor Agreements: Ensuring compliance in data sharing and contracting with data processors.
• Practical Exercise: Conducting a data mapping exercise and establishing the legal basis for data processing in a hypothetical organization.

Day 3: Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) and Risk Management

• Introduction to DPIA: Understanding when and how to conduct a Data Protection Impact Assessment.
• Risk Assessment Techniques for Data Privacy: Identifying and assessing data privacy risks and implementing mitigations.
• Breach Response and Notification: Developing a breach response plan and understanding notification requirements.
• Documentation and Record-Keeping: Requirements for maintaining documentation and ensuring GDPR accountability.
• Hands-on Lab: Conducting a sample DPIA on a new data processing activity for a simulated project.

Day 4: Data Security and Breach Management

• Implementing Data Security Measures: Technical and organizational measures, including encryption, access controls, and data minimization.
• Data Retention and Deletion Policies: Creating policies for data retention and secure disposal of personal data.
• Responding to Data Breaches: Steps for managing data breaches, containing damage, and reporting incidents.
• Cybersecurity and Data Protection: Exploring the link between cybersecurity and GDPR compliance.
• Practical Exercise: Developing a breach response plan and conducting a data security audit for a hypothetical organization.

Day 5: Reporting, Training, and Ongoing Compliance

• Data Privacy Documentation and Reporting: Structuring reports for data protection authorities and internal stakeholders.
• Data Privacy Training and Awareness: Best practices for building awareness and implementing training programs.
• Monitoring and Auditing for GDPR Compliance: Techniques for auditing data privacy practices and continuous improvement.
• Emerging Trends in Data Privacy: Exploring trends in privacy, such as data ethics, AI, and evolving regulations.
• Final Workshop: Preparing a GDPR compliance report with DPIA findings, data security measures, and a training plan for a simulated organization.

Conclusion and Assessment: Participants will complete a final assessment to demonstrate their understanding of GDPR compliance and data privacy management. A feedback session will allow participants to discuss insights, share best practices, and identify actionable steps for implementing GDPR programs within their organizations.